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The Visual Bible: Matthew

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1993 · 259 min Drama History
8.8 / 10 · TMDB

The only dramatization using the actual scriptures...word for word from the New International Version (NIV). In Israel, then known as Judea of the Roman Empire, Nazarene Jesus Christ travels around the country with His disciples preaching to the people about God and salvation of their souls.

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Year 1993
Country South Africa
Genre Drama, History
Director Regardt van den Bergh
Runtime 259 min.
Rating TMDB: 8.8/10 (30 votes)

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This film presents a singular cinematic endeavor, using the Gospel of Matthew itself as its sole screenplay. The direct, word-for-word adaptation creates a powerful sense of liturgical authenticity, prioritizing textual fidelity over dramatic convention.

What lingers after the credits is the resonance of scripture given form, a visual aid for contemplation rather than a dramatized interpretation. It is a film for study as much as for viewing. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Regardt van den Bergh

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