In Theaters: March 23, 2018
On DVD/Blu-ray: June 19, 2018
PG-13 | Drama | 1h 47m
Based on 226 votes and 76 reviews.
It is a very well done movie that portrays the lives of the early Christians. It shows me the biblical stories coming to life.
Biblical authenticity. Excellent narrative. Great cast. Love how it humanized Paul being tormented by his past. Good to be reminded of the struggles of the early Christians. The portrayal of Luke's character is very moving and powerful.
Not the usual Hollywood biblical movie, with god acting
Thought-provoking, disturbing reminder of the parallels between Roman times and our own.
It was really a 4 star, but I'm trying to counterbalance the reviews from all the Christian trolls on the forum. It started out a little slowly. But the performance of Paul and Luke just drew me in. But I have to qualify, it might be difficult to follow for those who aren't familiar at least with the basics of Paul's ministry. I felt the screenplay was fair and didn't push any particular agenda or denomination. More hype and pyrotechnics and special effects might have been welcomed by movie goers, but would have detracted from a solemn rendition of the Christians in Rome. I don't think I would have been drawn into the story had I waited for the DVD to come out.
Great historical account. Sobering, inspiring. Takes us to a time that is very difficult for us in in this era of western civilization to identify with. The audience did not rush out. We were attempting to process!
Dreadful directing of uninspired performances but about as expected given the topic of fictive piffle.
Staying true to the Bible and the struggle of the early Christians and spread of God’s word through Apostles like Paul. Who gave their all to teach and share God’s love through Jesus.
A glimpse into the life of early Christians in Rome when Paul was there and how Paul's letters were written - Very moving and insightful!
The message to us all..