The movie Journey to Bethlehem is the story of the birth of Jesus in a new musical movie that I believe audiences will love as much as I did. The film blends classic Christmas melodies with modern pop songs while telling the story of a young woman, Mary, with an unimaginable responsibility, and a young man, Joseph, torn between love and honor, and a jealous king.
The movie starts by introducing Mary (Fiona Palomo) and Joseph (Milo Manheim), the three wise men, King Herod (Antonio Banderas) and his eldest son. Joseph stays by Mary when he has a dream where the Angel Gabriel confirms Mary's incredible story about carrying the Son of God. After the three wise men visit the palace, King Herod sends his eldest son to find the mother of the Christ child and kill them.
As a musical, Journey To Bethlehem is excellent with lots of funny moments and comic relief to lighten the mood. I left the theater singing the songs - they are that good! And so are the performances. The movie was filmed in Spain, but the scenes look exactly how I would picture the Bible story when they traveled to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. The visuals are beautiful, too. The cast is terrific-everyone plays their parts perfectly. I really don't think they could have picked a better Joseph and Mary. They are just perfect together in every scene.
The film's message is about family, the birth of Jesus, Christmas, and people coming together. It is about love, compassion, having heart and being there for others. It made me think about the true meaning of Christmas.
I give Journey To Bethlehem 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. Journey to Bethlehem is in theaters now and available to buy or rent. It is a must-see film this holiday season -- the greatest story ever told. By Carter P., KIDS FIRST!
The movie starts by introducing Mary (Fiona Palomo) and Joseph (Milo Manheim), the three wise men, King Herod (Antonio Banderas) and his eldest son. Joseph stays by Mary when he has a dream where the Angel Gabriel confirms Mary's incredible story about carrying the Son of God. After the three wise men visit the palace, King Herod sends his eldest son to find the mother of the Christ child and kill them.
As a musical, Journey To Bethlehem is excellent with lots of funny moments and comic relief to lighten the mood. I left the theater singing the songs - they are that good! And so are the performances. The movie was filmed in Spain, but the scenes look exactly how I would picture the Bible story when they traveled to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. The visuals are beautiful, too. The cast is terrific-everyone plays their parts perfectly. I really don't think they could have picked a better Joseph and Mary. They are just perfect together in every scene.
The film's message is about family, the birth of Jesus, Christmas, and people coming together. It is about love, compassion, having heart and being there for others. It made me think about the true meaning of Christmas.
I give Journey To Bethlehem 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. Journey to Bethlehem is in theaters now and available to buy or rent. It is a must-see film this holiday season -- the greatest story ever told. By Carter P., KIDS FIRST!