Bible Question: Is Hollywood generally faithful to the Bible in film depictions involving events in Scripture? There are many depictions in film of the life of Christ and many other Biblical characters throughout the history of filmmaking. However, in my opinion, Hollywood has done a very poor job at taking the events of the Bible and putting them onscreen. For examples of 'epics' that are very questionable and even 'blasphemous' (in my opinion) are: "Jesus" (2000), "Mary" (1989), "Godspell" (1973), and "Jesus Christ Superstar". A few of the more 'respected' depictions of Jesus in Hollywood are: "Jesus" (1979), "The King of Kings" (1927), "The Greatest Story Ever Told", "Jesus of Nazareth" (1977), and "The Miracle Maker" (2000). Tell me, is it impossible to make a motion picture of Christ that is Biblically accurate? |
Bible Answer: Dear Nolan, You actually asked two questions. 1) Is Hollywood faithful to the Bible? No. Generally speaking, Hollywood is more concerned with making money by satisfying the majority's perceived notions of the Bible, and not offending anyone, no matter how perverted they are, than being faithful to the teaching of the Word of God. 2) Is it possible to do so? Yes. There are a few Christian movies that place more emphasis on the convictions of faith than making money or a 'poll-approved' movie. Can 'Hollywood' do this? I seriously doubt it. The director and-or producer would be considered a renegade and 'heretic' for choosing faith over mammon. Finally, the definition of 'accurate' would be subject of the whims of many. This forum is (unfortunately) an excellent example of the division of opinion among Christians. You may like one of the above movies, but another may consider it an abomination. On your 'questionable' list, another might consider a movie 'valid artistic representation.' :-) Good question with a volatile answer. In Jesus' name, charis |
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