I had the opportunity a while back to meet a Catholic who'd been involved in the making of this movie...and apparently things could have been a lot worse. Especially regarding Joseph's portrayal in the movie, a lot was toned down in the final release. Great review, by the way!
Mary and Joseph were human beings with all that entails just like each of us. They are not heroic figures with super human powers given to them by God. Showing them in their humanity makes the biblical story become real for those of us believers who can relate to the story of two people who answered their call by a higher power.
Thank you for this Stephen!
I had the opportunity a while back to meet a Catholic who'd been involved in the making of this movie...and apparently things could have been a lot worse. Especially regarding Joseph's portrayal in the movie, a lot was toned down in the final release. Great review, by the way!
Mary and Joseph were human beings with all that entails just like each of us. They are not heroic figures with super human powers given to them by God. Showing them in their humanity makes the biblical story become real for those of us believers who can relate to the story of two people who answered their call by a higher power.