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Jesus speaks Aramaic, the narrator won't shut up, and somehow it's 4 hours long.
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The New Media Bible: The Gospel According to St. Luke (1979)

religious marathoneducational epichistorical immersion

Overview

DramaDocumentary

A dramatic presentation of the Bible from (New Media Bible), and producer John Heyman. spoken word-for-word from the King James Version by the narrator, as the actors speak in original Aramaic / Hebrew, this feature brings the characters of the New Testament and their world to life. The content follows Scripture entirely with no added commentary or embellishment. As you see the people, places, and events of The Bible come to life, you will gain new understanding and appreciation for Scripture.

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Standout Aspects

Production

Authentic locations make Galilee look surprisingly affordable.

Practical Effects

Aramaic dialogue learned phonetically by committed cast.

Direction

Word-for-word KJV narration: obsessive or reverent? You decide.

Best for:Solo: With a notebook and serious commitment issues.·Family: Easter weekend when church feels too short.·Background: Ambient scripture while you fold laundry for 4 hours.
Heads up:Triggers: Crucifixion depicted with period-appropriate brutality.
ReleasedJan 1, 1979
Runtime4h 6m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Paceslow
Intensitylow
Tonemixed
Feelmedium

Top Cast

Richard Kiley

Richard Kiley

Narrator/St. Luke

Brian Deacon

Brian Deacon

Jesus

Niko Nitai

Niko Nitai

Simon Peter

Eli Danker

Eli Danker

Judas Iscariot

Rula Lenska

Rula Lenska

Herodias

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Cultural

This was part of John Heyman's ambitious plan to film the entire Bible, with Luke chosen first for its narrative completeness.

Trivia

Brian Deacon's Jesus became so iconic that he reprised the role in 1984's 'Jesus' film, making him cinema's most persistent Messiah.

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