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    The Miracle Maker
    a.k.a. Jesus: the Miracle Maker Director: Derek W. Hayes, Stanislav Sokolov Cast: Ralph Fiennes, Michael Bryant, Julie Christie, Rebecca Callard

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    • DVD Release Date: 09/12/2000
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    Side #1 --
    0. Scene Index
    1. The Miracle Maker [1:30]
    2. Building a New Synagogue [3:18]
    3. His Father's Work [3:29]
    4. John the Baptist [2:27]
    5. Tests [2:21]
    6. Build a Strong Foundation [5:27]
    7. An Abundant Catch [5:06]
    8. Healing the Sick [4:23]
    9. Expelling the Demons From Mary [4:32]
    10. Invitation to a Feast [2:02]
    11. Raised From the Dead [5:16]
    12. King Herod's Wrath [3:08]
    13. The Good Samaritan [4:55]
    14. Lazarus Is Risen [3:32]
    15. A Den of Thieves [5:44]
    16. Judas' Torment [1:00]
    17. The Last Supper [3:03]
    18. "Your Will Be Done" [2:48]
    19. Betrayed With A Kiss [3:34]
    20. Denied Three Times [1:04]
    21. The King of the Jews [2:12]
    22. A Passover Tradition [1:56]
    23. The Crucifixion [:00]
    24. "I've Seen the Lord" [3:38]
    25. Jesus Appears on the Road [3:32]
    26. Doubting Thomas [4:09]
    27. "The Kingdom of God Has Come" [1:52]
    28. End Credits [:46]

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    Editorial Reviews

    Stanislav Sokolov and Derek Hayes direct this claymation version of the The King of Kings using the voice talents of such well-regarded British actors as David Thewlis, Miranda Richardson, Alfred Molina, Ian Holm -- and Ralph Fiennes as Jesus. Jonathan Crow, All Movie Guide

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    Miracle Makerby Anonymous

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    July 06, 2007: This telling of the story of Jesus is simply outstanding. Even though it is animated (claymation and cartoon both) I have never seen Jesus come across as so human in any other protrayal. The humor of his fishing trip with Peter, the irony in his choices of disciples, his real struggles with temptation and fear--its all there, yet without taking away from his reality as transcendent God. A great piece of work that opens the Gospel to all ages (my five year old loves it as much as I do, and "gets it" too!).

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    April 26, 2003: This is a beautiful film that you'll enjoy watching again and again. I'm touched every time I watch it. Very authentic and accurate (see notes below). It effectively mixes claymation and animation. Predominantly claymation, the film uses animation to depict such scenes as the wilderness temptation of the Lord Jesus and His post-resurrection interaction with disciples on the road to Emmaus. Ralph Fiennes speaks the part of Jesus. I like that an unfamiliar voice was used. Far better to choose Fiennes than someone with a voice we've all heard in other movies (like Michael J. Fox of Stuart Little, or some other famous actor). The story of Jairus' daughter (Luke 8:41) is the vehicle through which much of the story is told, which is not what we find in the Gospels, however, in this film it works just fine and doesn't take from the overall story. It sort of anchors the point of view in a way. The animated portrayal of Mary Magdalene as demon possessed (Luke 8:2) is Biblical, but could be scary for little ones-- take caution. The treatment of Judas Iscariot is unique. Very much like the treatment of Pharoah in the Prince of Egypt, this film depicts Judas as someone torn, a character you might dare to sympathize with, if it were not that we know he was a zealot who wanted to use Jesus to gain power. The tedious craftsmanship required to produce this movie is mind-boggling. It is a truly multi-national undertaking, combining the skills and talents of the British and Russians. I highly recommend the DVD which includes the ''Making of'' Documentary. A simply fabulous story. Enjoy, and God Bless.


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