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VHS Videos - A.D. - The Trials & Triumph of the Early Church -5 VHS
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Manufacturer: Gospel Communications
Starring: Colleen Dewhurst
Directed By: Stuart Cooper
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Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 0085696605012
Label: Gospel Communications
Manufacturer: Gospel Communications
Number Of Items: 5
Publisher: Gospel Communications
Running Time: 540
Studio: Gospel Communications
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Summary: Great mini-series
Comment: I saw this when it came out in 1985. I'm glad to be able to find it now. A.D. entertwines the stories of the Romans, Jews and Christians after the death of Jesus. A lot of research went into this miniseries and it's really a great production.
The Christains. While it doesn't follow the bible 100%, it's pretty close which makes it a delight to watch, bringing to life the book of Acts, making it so much easier to picture the events and filling in the gaps of what may have been.
The Romans. I'm no historian but based on what I know, it seems to follow Roman history pretty closely. I would say this part, the story of the Romans, is the most dramatic and well done from a cinematic point of view and would draw viewers who are not interested in seeing a biblical story.
The Jews. I don't know enough about Jewish history to comment and this story is the least fleshed out of the three. Deals a little with the Zealots, but we primarily see the Jewish peoples', Herod's and the religious leaders' reactions to Christianity and to a lesser degree their reaction to Roman rule.
Enjoyed watching this again with my spouse--first time, who loved it.
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Summary: Great Film Series
Comment: One of the best films I've ever seen. The 9 hour VHS set is not available (yet) on DVD and it includes an additional 3 hours over the 6 hour dvd that was distributed. VHS tapes may be getting obsolete, but this set I think is worth collecting.
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Editorial Reviews:
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From the producer of JESUS OF NAZARETH, a compelling film dramatizing the trials and triumph of the early Church.
The Book of Acts comes alive in this epic covering the years 30-69 A.D.
Filmed on location in the Middle East and Europe, A.D. vividly depicts the rising confrontation between the mighty Roman Empire, Jewish zealots, and early Christians. Painstakingly researched by award-winning producer Vincenzo Labella, this compelling mini-series blends Biblical narrative with historic incidents and engaging fictional characters. Rejoice with Christ's disciples at Pentecost, and cry with them at the stoning of Stephen. Watch the Church grow - Saul is dramatically converted, Peter performs wonders, and Philip baptizes the Ethiopian. Witness the barbarous treatment of Christians at the hands of Roman leaders, and finally, marvel at the great triumph of the Church, despite persecution and the martyrdom of Peter and Paul.
9 hours on 5 VHS
The Unabridged Television Series
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