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Paul the Apostle (REGION 1) (NTSC)

Starring: Johannes Brandrup, Thomas Lockyer, Barbora Bobulova, Ennio Fantastichini, G.W. Bailey
Director: Roger Young
Format: Colour DVD-Video NTSC
Released: 13 Jul 2004
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in name only - By: Alejandra Vernon, 02 Nov 2004
Despite crediting a long list of Biblical experts, this made for television film is astonishingly inaccurate, but is still perhaps worth a rental; just don't expect to know much about the Apostle Paul from it, other than some rudimentary facts like his persecution of the early Christians before he was blinded by the light, & became a believer in Jesus.
It has a fabulously attractive cast, & alll do an admirable job in the acting department. The main characters are Saul/Paul (Johannes Brandrup), Reuben (Thomas Lockyer), & Barnabas (G.W. Bailey).

Directed by Roger Young, whose other religious TV film from 1999, "Jesus", I found reallly ghastly & blasphemous, in "Paul, the Apostle" the acting & writing are far superior, & it is not offensive in its treatment of the Lord.
Shot on location in Quarzazate, Morocco & Malta, the cinematography by Giovanni Galasso is excellent, & it has a lovely score by Carlo Siliotto. The interiors & costumes are also good, & give a feel for ancient times.
The DVD features no extras, & total running time is approximately 180 minutes.
This is "The Bible as entertainment", & has some sections where scripture is recited & make for a few inspiring moments, but mostly it's simply a TV sword & sandal movie, with above average production values, & a lot of handsome, skilled actors. Low expectations will increase enjoyment.