The Young Messiah

Focus Features | Release Date: March 11, 2016

5.4	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 25 Ratings

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changedbyHimJun 12, 2016

It was not Biblical in the purest sense,. However, based on other movies ie Bible, it was thought provoking. We do not know very much about Jesus' childhood. I believe this film will cause some to investigate who this child really was andIt was not Biblical in the purest sense,. However, based on other movies ie Bible, it was thought provoking. We do not know very much about Jesus' childhood. I believe this film will cause some to investigate who this child really was and that is a very positive thing.… Expand

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ANNAWASHEREMar 12, 2016

If you believe... you will understand it completely. Emotional throughout and beautiful scenes. The actor playing Jesus is such a sweet boy that you will be completely wrapped in the story.

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stormzoidMar 22, 2016

Given the fact that we are not given historical data in the Bible of the years between the birth of Jesus and the beginning of His ministry, this movie is highly enlightening as to imagining what those years may have been like for the YoungGiven the fact that we are not given historical data in the Bible of the years between the birth of Jesus and the beginning of His ministry, this movie is highly enlightening as to imagining what those years may have been like for the Young Messiah. It is ridiculous to assume that he was struck one day with the realization of who He was and the reason for His being and suddenly set out on a journey to minister to the world. He had to have known and grow into His calling. The Young Messiah is astounding and truly inspiring as we imagine what His life may have been like growing up as both a human and the future King.… Expand

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CantbenormalMay 28, 2016

Very good movie, beautiful landscapes, uplifiting message, and interesting characters. Its harsh ratings are mostly due to it not being the 'true depiction' of Jesus Christ himself. It only shows the characteristics of Jesus instead of hisVery good movie, beautiful landscapes, uplifiting message, and interesting characters. Its harsh ratings are mostly due to it not being the 'true depiction' of Jesus Christ himself. It only shows the characteristics of Jesus instead of his facial features. Over look that, and you will enjoy the film. I'm not particulary religious but the positive morals and message made the movie worthwhile.… Expand

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FadeBlackApr 15, 2017

A very positive, uplifting, and fulfilling film, based on Anne Rice's brilliant (and yes, better) book about the early years of Jesus Christ. Strong acting holds this up, and thematically it is perfectly in line with Christ's message of hope,A very positive, uplifting, and fulfilling film, based on Anne Rice's brilliant (and yes, better) book about the early years of Jesus Christ. Strong acting holds this up, and thematically it is perfectly in line with Christ's message of hope, light, and reaching out to God. There is a bit of an issue with the lack of suspense, as the plot does not really find a way to heighten the tension and conflict enough to make up for the very well known ending, but regardless, a good film for sure.

The hate is of course coming from atheists and Bible-belt conservatives alike, which are two groups that are always head-to-head for most ignorant on any subject they talk about, yet sadly their views are the loudest.… Expand

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