The Ten Commandments
by John Stronach, Bill Boyce
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Actor: Alfred Molina, Ben Kingsley, Christian Slater, Elliott Gould, Kathleen BarrDirector: Bill Boyce, John Stronach
Brand: Genius
Composer: Reg Powell
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.78:1
Running Time: 88 minutes
Published: 2008-02-05
DVD Release Date: 2008-02-05
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Model: 80944
Studio: Genius Products (TVN)
Product features:
- The Ten Commandments showcases Moses, the reluctant prophet, who was the only man in Biblical history to see the face of God and call him "friend." This special animated version is filled with high adventure, miraculous events and a gentle sense of humor. Condemned to die by the Pharaoh while just a baby, Hebrew Moses is set adrift on the River Nile by his mother and his sister. Rescued by the daughter of the Pharaoh, he grows up thinking he's an Egyptian prince. Eventually exiled from Egypt when he is exposed as a Jew, he is touched by God and told that he will lead his enslaved people to the Promised Land.
Movie Reviews of The Ten Commandments
Movie Review: Excellent retelling of the biblical story of Moses
Summary: 5 Stars
I have watched several live-action movies on Moses (e.g. Charlton Heston, and the more recent version by Dougray Scott), along with the animated Prince of Egypt; I liked this one the best.
Even though the CG animation could still be improved; the best thing going for this animated film is that it sticks very closely to the biblical account. Some of the scenes/ features I liked the most:
1) The 10 Plagues: it shows all of the plagues, and highlights the contest between Pharaoh claiming to be a god and Jehovah God, speaking through Moses his prophet. The script emphasizes the confrontation between the true God versus the gods of Egypt. All the plagues were depicted (Nile into blood, frogs, lice, locusts, boils, darkness, and killing of firstborn). This depiction was superior to that of both "Ten Commandments" movies (both 1961 and 2003).
2) The Parting of the Red Sea: this animation closely follows the Charlton Heston (10 Commandments) scene of the Parting of the Red Sea; however it ends with Moses shouting praise to God (the new song in Exod 15)
3) The actors did a commendable job in the voice-overs: (Christian Slater as Moses, Alfred Molina as the Pharaoh Ramses)
Some good scenes:
1) The Burning Bush -- it is very complete and follows the Exodus 3 text closely. The LORD tells Moses, " I Am That I Am" and then tells him to take the sandals off his feet; the LORD also tells Moses to put his staff into the ground (and it becomes a snake), and to put his hand in his cloak (and it becomes leprous). The only weakness in this depiction is that Moses does not kneel down or fall prostrate before the LORD; it would have been better if the movie depicted Moses showing more awe toward the LORD.
2) The confrontation between Moses and those who opposed the Lord; the confrontation is well-done, and the depiction of judgment is tastefully done so that it does not scare younger viewers.
Some reviewers stated that the CG Animation is not up to par in quality with the movie "The Prince of Egypt." This is true; however, the "Prince of Egypt" film takes a lot more liberties with the biblical account. I would rather have a biblically accurate movie than a beautifully animated film that is not very faithful to the biblical text.
I gave this film 5 stars because I think it is one of the most biblically accurate, movies that depicts Moses' life. Highly recommended!
Summary of The Ten Commandments
The Ten Commandments showcases Moses, the reluctant prophet, who was the only man in Biblical history to see the face of God and call him "friend." This special animated version is filled with high adventure, miraculous events and a gentle sense of humor. Condemned to die by the Pharaoh while just a baby, Hebrew Moses is set adrift on the River Nile by his mother and his sister. Rescued by the daughter of the Pharaoh, he grows up thinking he?s an Egyptian prince. Eventually exiled from Egypt when he is exposed as a Jew, he is touched by God and told that he will lead his enslaved people to the Promised Land.Similar DVD Movies
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