I would not recommend this movie to anyone--especially those who don't know the story of Esther. It does not follow the Bible accurately. In fact, it shouldn't even be called, "The Book of Esther" because it hardly even follows it! It contains so many shoot-yourself-in-the-mouth scenarios. For instance, in the beginning of the movie, Mordecai tells Esther never to reveal her people and yet you see him presenting her as his daughter while quoting Scripture which is clearly from the Jews! Haman keeps repeating to the king that Mordecai is a Jew and it's so obvious that the secret is out about Esther's heritage. And the court room case at the end of the movie???? Tacky! That never happened. The king banishing Haman to be killed was done while Esther and him were having the banquet. This version completely takes away the drama in the real story. Horrible! And Mordecai would never have recommended her. The Bible clearly states that she was taken-- along with thousands of other young ladies. If you want a more accurate version, watch the Esther version that came out on TV a couple years ago with Louise Lombard. The movie, "One Night with the King" is even more accurate but not completely. Don't waste your time watching this-- it is such a disappointment!
Review of The Book of Esther
