As Pastor of a Church I was offered a sneak preview of Journey to Bethlehem - along with my wife and kids. This movie is simply outstanding! This is simply a beautiful retelling of the events leading up to the birth of Jesus. The costumes are good, the scenery and camera work create a worthy visual experience. The actors are well chosen and extremely likeable. This movie has managed to stay Biblically accurate and yet allow the characters to be human - like we are. There are real emotions and humor displayed, which allow us to connect more deeply with the reality and depth of this story. I am trained in classical music and Theology and can say that I was pleased in many ways with this musical movie. The Jewish elements of arranged weddings, customs, agriculture and travel were all well depicted. I had wondered how they would handle the place of birth and was impressed that even in this detail this movie chose the correct locale. Few are aware of just how dangerous and deranged King Herod was, and this movie along with a very credible performance by Antonio Banderas give Herod all that delusional jealousy and megalomania. History has shown that Herod had his wife, her mother, her brother and 3 of his sons murdered. Banderas shows off his vocal abilities and truly brings his character Herod to center stage with a full range of emotions. His song was a high point musically and dramatically. The musical aspects far exceeded my expectations! Several of the songs will no doubt become top hits and I have no doubt this will become a staple for High School and College musicals. There is true musical talent in this music and even the coldest hearts will melt and shed tears. This movie is fun, touching and offers a human connection to the Bible’s greatest event. Suitable for all audiences!

@joelweber3462

8 ай бұрын

You can certainly elect not to watch this enjoyable movie, but your comments about reality and history will require more study on your part. Bethlehem at that time was quite small and Herod's command may have only put to death 20 to 30 males (not something that would be added to historian's accounts). There is ample evidence of Herod's deranged and lethal mindset, so this is no stretch. Even the Smithsonian has made several statements concerning the accuracy of the Bible as a historical document - which has yet to be disproven.@@LiliAna-bq8lb

@LiliAna-bq8lb

8 ай бұрын

​ @joelweber3462 ,studying this awful prank is a waste of time from the moment you read about a god who urges his submissive slaves to paint their door frames with blood, so that the powerful and omniscient god will not make mistakes and will not kill their children, but only those of the enemies .... when a donkey, a snake and a burning bush speak .... when you read that no sinless people were found in Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities were destroyed, even there , the loving god did not care about babies at all, he did not forgive enyone....when you read that the so-called son of god died shouting „ My God, My God, why did you leave me? ” ... and similar atrocities in this holy shit 🙄

@jadamazone8108

8 ай бұрын

Now I def can’t wait to watch it ✝️🛐😇🥰🥰🥰

@joelweber3462

8 ай бұрын

Maybe you ought to reserve your comments until you've also seen this movie?

@AaronAnders-pf9fo

8 ай бұрын

@@archangel-117 I think AFFIRM Films, a strictly faith based company, and the very Christian producers and actors in this film (including my father, the director) did indeed care to make a biblically accurate movie.

now tell me why i'm kicking my feet and giggling over joseph from the bible

@sophiapamelabacudio59

10 ай бұрын

SAME

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

10 ай бұрын

I'm doing it more than you!

@dollsteaks

10 ай бұрын

it's the milo manheim effect! @@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

10 ай бұрын

Eeeeeeeeee!!!! I know! Who's more cuter? Milo Manheim or Darren Criss?

@dollsteaks

10 ай бұрын

@@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb i might be biased, but definitely milo

Watched it last night...didnt think I'd like it..but I sure did. I watched it as if I was with the grandkids. Through a childs eyes. I loved it!! 😂❤

As a Christian who loves Musicals like this, I can't wait to watch this masterpiece! Amen! 🙏🏻

@AffirmFilms

9 ай бұрын

November 10 will be here before you know it! 😁

@eurowan

8 ай бұрын

As a self-proclaimed Christian are you aware that Jesus wasn’t born in December and that Christmas has zero to do with Jesus?

First time I wanna see a Religious movie... Sound so fresh, Joyful, Enjoyable, Musical, Well produce.. And I just watched a few Shorts 😊😊😇

You know, sometimes, you need a good Biblical Epic to shake things up a bit to add a little more variety into the list of movies being released into the cinema these days. The fact that it's a musical AND has Antonio Banderas staring as the villain, consider me already buying my ticket and watching it Opening Weekend. I'm in, I just love musicals.

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

10 ай бұрын

I agree!

@Starrla1717

10 ай бұрын

+1❤

@deonaustin9575

10 ай бұрын

Looks good.

As an atheist (non-believer) in God/Jesus, I heard a clip of the song We Become We and absolutely fell in LOVE with it.

I hosted a pre-screening of this film and will happily pay to go see it again! The music was so enjoyable, the comedic moments were really funny, and "The Greatest Story Ever Told" was delightfully re-told in a musical format. Cast and characters (Fig the Donkey!!) were outstanding! Vocals were strong. Choreography was authentic. As a music educator, the most beautiful musical moment for me was when the shepherd girl sang "Silent Night." Do not miss this movie!! Take your entire family! Ask your church to rent a theatre for a showing. It was really well done. Tutti Bravi, Affirm Films!!

@dunamiswihmee

9 ай бұрын

Can you not spoil? Like seriously just cause it’s a Christian movie doesn’t give you right to give spoilers. This is why NDAs are made.

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

9 ай бұрын

@athbytamburrino, Lucky! I didn't see it yet!

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

9 ай бұрын

@dunamiswihmee8201, you're being ridiculous. I don't mind spoilers. I need to know them and you're just being mean and rude.

@Philippians449

8 ай бұрын

@@dunamiswihmee, so sorry you feel that comment spoiled the movie for you. It certainly wasn't more of a spoiler than most reviews I have read for movies in the past. If you this is a concern for you, perhaps next time you should avoid reading comments about a film until after you've seen it.

My mom and I just finished watching JTB and we loved it! It’s like a live action version of The Star(which we also love)!

Just got back from seeing it with my family! It was INCREDIBLE!!!! I loved every single character and song and every time a song ended I felt like I had to clap for a live performance! It was simply amazing and well cast and I laughed and even cried and got chills. It has been a long time since I felt myself glued to a movie screen. I want to see it again, my whole family does and we gifted tickets at the end as well because it was great family entertainment.

@EFL_Orlando_USA_School_k-12

7 ай бұрын

We are buying it and soundtrack asap!

Thank you all that were involved in making this movie. It is wonderful. The acting and singing is moving. I bought the DVD and have watched it 3 times. I never thought how much Mary and Joseph went through in her pregnancy. Can you imagine being 9 months pregnant and making the journey to Bethlehem. Love this movie.

PLEASE MORE OF THIS KIND OF MOVIES!! I SO BADLY WANT THE REVELATION TO BE ADAPTED INTO A MOVIEEE

@justinwilcox2317

8 ай бұрын

That would be EPIC!!!!❤

@mickiryan308

8 ай бұрын

Why some more people who call themselves Christians and don’t read the Bible, can believe that this there’s truth in this? This is fairytale crap and nothing like the culture in biblical times which is what we should be teaching the children not this garbage.

Hoping that this is good. We need more quality, well written Christian films in the world.

@ladyc5824

8 ай бұрын

It’s a musical. It’s already void of quality.

@sigmacademy

8 ай бұрын

@@ladyc5824 Musicals are an acquired taste, that's all. Niche tastes exist throughout cinema. :/

@RachelM-gp5ex

8 ай бұрын

It was good and needs to be supported and shared.

This is. A movie I'm really looking forward to on November 10, 2024!❤

Fresh, creative take on the biblical story that is definitely worth experiencing! Well crafted, sung, danced, acted, costumed, set, directed, and performed. Fun and yet emotionally impactful.

@marcknunez367

5 ай бұрын

That’s not a biblical story very bad movie

@kerrymoore8320

5 ай бұрын

I'm not sure I understand your comment. Please explain your words. Bad movie? Seriously? Please explain. Leaving your statement unexplained is curious. Tell why you feel that way.

am i the only one tearing up while watching this trailer? 🥺

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

10 ай бұрын

No kidding, girl!

We saw it in the theater tonight & my 3 teens, 12, 17, 18, loved it! My husband & I did too. We have 3 musicians in the family & their standards are high. The whole thing reiterates how regular people can be used greatly by God if we listen & obey, despite our normal fears. A very Biblical message! Believable, realistic, inspiring characters. The acting, scenes, & (even) the singing was wow! Dramatic enough but never overdone, very fitting and touching- and nothing was cringe or Broadway. I was so surprised. I normally don't like most musicals unless they are exceptional! I'm buying the movie & soundtrack immediately! It will be on many more times before Christmas in our house hopefully and then added to our family Christmas traditions each year.

I’m gonna watch this over ad over again - This screams musically loved animatics after this. I freaking love the songs and they have amazing actor-singers❤😊

PRAISE THE LORD JESUS ✨✝️💒🌲😇

Mary: "Jesus" Me: 😭😭😭😭

Seeing this in theaters. My favorite songs are "O Come O Come Emmanuel", "Mary Mary Mary", "Celebrate This Brand New Life", and "It's Hard To Have Faith". I am hoping to purchase my meet and greet tickets for Darren's Christmas concert so I can tell Darren about this amazing movie!

As someone who loves musicals I CAN’T WAIT

This actually looks amazing! I am soooo hyped to see this. Also...Joel Smallbone as a villain is something I never knew I needed.

@Thegreatstonedragon

8 ай бұрын

Right?? I hope he does more movies in the future

No la he podido ver...solo el tráiler... pero seguro no me depcionara...la historia es maravillosa....y sus protagonistas increíbles...he seguido los pasos de Fiona...Su padre Eduardo Palomo,un gran actor qué nos dejó demasiado pronto, sé que dónde esté... tendría el pecho henchido por la Carrera de su niña hermosa...y el profesionalismo que tiene... Té auguró un futuro tan brillante cómo él de tú padre!!

As someone who dont believe in these fairy tails and myths (which are proven never actually happened), I LOVED THIS MOVIE!!! For a moment I even believed this could actually happened!! it's THAT GOOD, and the music, the acting, everything was off-charts, first musical I like since Footloose! yeah I know, its that good

I just watched this the other night..and it's one of the best musicals I've seen..I laughed..I cried..what an exciting way to tell the story of the birth of Jesus...my king! It's amazing!!

Honestly can't wait for this film. I love how Joel and Moriah are in it too ❤

@Emilyswiftie13-13

7 ай бұрын

Same I love them

Was fortunate to go to a screening. They did a really nice job. Very entertaining with some funny parts but very biblically based. Can’t wait to see it again.

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

9 ай бұрын

@denisehayden3241, LUCKYYYYYYYY! I wanted to go see it! 😂😂😂

@maritzaargueta8873

8 ай бұрын

@@VictoriaRamos-jz6mbe es ht

What an AMAZING movie. I fought back tears in certain parts. It's a beautiful beautifully done movie. Wow!!! I will see it again. Such a great movie. I saw it today with my family. ❤ what a time to make this movie. ❤❤❤ Thank you!

I may not be religious, but this looks pretty good

I screamed when Milo took off his hood and said, "Hi, I'm Joseph." It's like meeting Darren Criss at the stage door of Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

Let's not forget Jesus is the Reason for this season ❤

@TheRadioAteMyTV

7 ай бұрын

Wait, I thought the reason for the season was the earth tilted on its axis. So much for a quality education.

@manuelhanko8487

7 ай бұрын

@@TheRadioAteMyTV it’s just a selected day, not necessarily the exact day that Jesus was born on. Move on.

Did Hollywood end up finding a way to make me enjoy a Bible story I’ve heard more times than my own name?! *YUP!* 😱❤️

@LEGHENT

8 ай бұрын

Hollywood evil so no

@marthakuker3081

8 ай бұрын

Ángel studios!!!!

The book is even better!

The real reason for Christmas - not buying more things and indulging oneself!

@TheRadioAteMyTV

7 ай бұрын

Don't cut that buying stuff short. Can you name another time of the year where people are essentially forced to think of the well being of others and help them out with gifts? That's a really big deal, and taking it away would not be better for anyone.

Caant wait see thiss

I am loving Fig, Mary's pet donkey. Also, when I saw the poster, I saw that Jesus is a real newborn baby and not a baby doll.

Why change why Joseph didn't put his wife away, and the reaction of Herod to the wise men announcing the new King?

I love Antonio Banderas 😂❤

I love Jesus🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰✝️✝️✝️

Joel Smallbone !! Yaaaaaay ! Can't wait to see him in another flim!

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

9 ай бұрын

@soundflowerlyrics8166, I love Joel Smallbone! And Milo Manheim, and Darren Criss

@soundflowerlyrics8166

9 ай бұрын

@@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb We're twins !

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

9 ай бұрын

@soundflowerlyrics8166, I do have a twin sister, Rachel.

@caril.9384

9 ай бұрын

I'M WATCHING IT FOR JOEL!

A true masterpiece that I've seen twice already and one that I'll look forward to re-watching every Christmas from now on! What's not to like about it? It has everything - a great cast, great cinematography and a terrific soundtrack to boot with every song a winner in my opinion! If you've not seen it, what are you waiting for?! If you have seen it, go watch it again LOL! This film truly deserves the same meteoric success as 'The Greatest Showman' and as a personal plea to the film makers, could you please release the song instrumentals for people to cover and spread the word including myself! :-)

@kalizbethcarrillo6105

6 ай бұрын

¿En que lugar se halla la pelicula?

Am I the only one that clicked to confirm if that was Lecrae??

I can't wait any longer!

This was awesome beyond measure I saw it on opening day in my area! Unfortunately they didn’t play the previews to “Unsung Hero” which is the autobiographical version of “For King & Country’s” life story!!! I laughed and I cried!! It’s definitely worth reprisals!!! Love, love, love it!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤

@yiggysplardgust

7 ай бұрын

ginger grogan i'm so glad you had a good time!

Alright guys no spoilers! I don't want to know how it ends!

@ManueldelaFe

5 ай бұрын

Best comment ever

How can one believe the comments when there isnt even one criticism or negative word? I think the subject matter of sin, redemption, incarnation and the violent rejection of the world from killing baby boys in Bethlehem to the Cross deserves more humble reverance than clapping, snapping fingers and wanting to dance

@paulinafranchini1908

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for saying this!

@april-showers77

8 ай бұрын

So true

@meeshypeeshy1409

7 ай бұрын

I think most of these comments are fake; just a promotional stunt by the film company. People who make musicals about our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are satanic. People who watch musicals about our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and enjoy them are ignorant of the Faith. We do not turn our salvation into a joke or a funny musical which insults the dignity of the mother of our Savior and her chaste, righteous, honorable spouse. This film is a travesty, as was Godspell and Jesus Christ Superstar. It is evil masquerading as good, fooling millions of ignorant people.

@EFL_Orlando_USA_School_k-12

7 ай бұрын

But it's EVANGELISM for the UNCHURCHED YOUNG NEXT GEN. That's who it was basically written for... not those who "say" they're already part of God's fam. The youth & adults today don't know about Christmas or anything. If they do, the majority mocks it. This film is honestly hard to insult for its true purpose.

@paulinafranchini1908

7 ай бұрын

@@EFL_Orlando_USA_School_k-12 the fact that gen z is uneducated in the area of religion is a sad reality and frankly a huge problem. The movie should not be tailored to a problem. In other words, the church doesn't stoop to the level of pagans in order to lift them up. Her members should uphold the traditional values of Christ's teaching and try to uplift them with beauty and truth. God's grace will do the rest. Just like how it would be ridiculous for an eagle to crawl on it's belly inorder to inspire and encouragement a tortoise.

This is so creative 😊👏👏

Finally, a movie we can go see as a family that we actually want to see.

I can't wait to see Journey to Bethlehem.

I was just talking about musicals the other day, looks good.

My friend and I loved this movie! We are putting together a group from church to see it when it hits the theaters. The music, the acting, the story are all excellent. Go see it!

My wife and I saw a screening of this - I was impressed! We are looking forward to going to see the final cut and taking family & friends along.

Will be there opening night for Milo and Jesus!

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

10 ай бұрын

There better be!

Upset I didn’t see this commercial sooner

Great movie !❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

My daughter said she learnt more from this film than was taught in school.

It is just like the Bible and the music, actors, instruments, and other things, makes it look very good. As a Christian, I would love to see the greatest story ever come to life!

Banderas is PERFECT!!!!

I LOVED IT! My family loved it! Some seeing it twice! I want to own it!!

Omg 😱 I’m a Huge Fan Of For King And Country So Much I like to listen to their songs and they are my favorite Christian singers and I can’t believe that Joel Smallbone is in it and I have seen the movie priceless it’s a good movie too I can’t wait to watch in theaters and the actors did amazing and phenomenal their vocals are so good 😆💕

@AffirmFilms

8 ай бұрын

Check this video out featuring Joel's Character Antipater - kzread.info/dash/bejne/gGV6ks6fnpSrp7A.html&pp=ygUObWVldCBhbnRpcGF0ZXI%3D

The donkey scenes give me "The Star" vibes! I like it... Will watch it.

I see the story about the first Christmas of miracle the new born king

This is just the most precious masterpiece! I look forward to watching this at the cinemas with my family - thank you to all involved in creating this film, be blessed!

@sebxx582

6 ай бұрын

The director confirmed that Joseph had an affair with a man, completely leading Mary on for the entirety of the movie - fyi!!!! Hope that doesn't ruin Christmas - from a Church Going Christian. Certainly did for me. Also Doesn't Joseph Kind of look like Joseph Stalin?

I've watched this 3 Times, Love this movie so much!! this is some Disney Musical vibe with the biblical story.

A nativity musical, this will be nice.

Amen!

I guess it would be easy to say how one could tell the most familiar story ever, in a new way. But they have succeeded in this movie. It was entertaining, fun, interesting, and a joy to watch.

I saw this trailer when I went to see the paw patrol with my 4 year old. I have never laughed so hard in my life. I had to come watch it again for another good chuckle.

Very happy to participate in it! 🙌🏼🎬

Just got back from seeing this, good job! I must be the only one who didn't see the trailer and didn't realize it was a musical!! What a surprise!! 🤣🤣 I give it 👍👍👍👍👍 five thumbs up! Favorite line: "Great, we're going to see the Messiah and I smell like sheep dung, Okay, let's go!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@chloewareing

7 ай бұрын

My favorite part was when Gabriel smacked his head on the wall🤣

Who knew ! Loved Fig!!!!

I love this movie! Rented it on Christmas Eve it was the perfect way to celebrate the holiday! Will definitely be purchasing a physical copy as soon as it’s available

THIS IS AMAZING!! ❤❤❤

Is that Lecrae as the angel Gabriel, and what's his skin routine? He's glowing!

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

10 ай бұрын

My guess is Olay for Men and Old Spice.

@alfredevans1890

10 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same.

@FosterChild116

8 ай бұрын

Yes! It’s Lecrae!! Can’t wait to see the movie!! Hoping to see him at Winter Jam also!

@lizzyguno9327

5 ай бұрын

He’s black he’s not glowing his skin routine is dirt

Can't WAIT to see it.

Can’t wait to see this. It’s going to be epic

I'm a Lutheran Christian, and I might see this when it comes out. Been a while since I've seen an interesting religious movie. The cast looks good and it does capture the feeling of the Nativity story. It also does look better than the animated movie "The Star".

@VictoriaRamos-jz6mb

9 ай бұрын

@darthstarkiller1912, I love The Star too. The Star and Journey to Bethlehem are my favorite AFFIRM FILMS Christmas movies

@juliesanchez77777

9 ай бұрын

Try watching The Chosen!

LOVE THIS FILM ! ! SO UPLIFTING 🙏🙏🕊️🕊️🥁🥁 PEACE BE WITH YOUR SPIRIT 🙏🙏

This honestly looks incredible- a great retelling of the greatest story that was ever told.

This movie is phenomenal! I absolutely love it - seen it twice now and playing the soundtrack every day. So joyful and uplifting!

I LOVE IT

Amazingggg Grace🎉

Jesus, music, and Milo??? I’m in.

I JUST WATCHED IT LAST NIGHT AND ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW ITS INCREDIBLE MOVIE!! I GOT GOOSEBUMPS AND IM SO HAPPY TO REWATCHED IT ALL AGAIN🎉❤

Um really excited for this one

I’m excited to go see it in theaters 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤🎉

Wonderful movie. I can't wait to see it again. Everyone should see it at least once. I expect it to be headed to the Theatre stage at some point. God Bless the entire movie team. Thank you!!!!!!!

I had no idea this movie was in the works and I am so hyped to know this coming out soon as I am a Christian who loves musicals!! 😁

More movies to bring as many more souls into the Kingdom as possible. Be supportive don't be a hater. God loves us and You❤

i cannot wait to watch this❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

This what it feels when sight and sound has theater budget Am interested

Can't wait to see it!

wow musical movie, that was awesoe, glory to our king lord Jesus, mother marry, and papa josef

Going to watch this this evening and looking forward to it!!! It looks great, always is when coming out of the Holy Bible ✝️ 🛐 🥰

@ItachiUchiha-ny6di

8 ай бұрын

No, a lot of times they twist and mock the scriptures in these kinda movies. I don't know about this one but I remember Noah being straight-up offensive. Only good Bible movies I know of are The Prince Of Egypt. And also The passion of the Christ

@Lori-zh2hv

8 ай бұрын

@ItachiUchiha-ny6di No mocking in the movie. One thing I did catch was King Herod son found Mary & Joseph and let them go. Not so. Angel of God came to tell them to go to Egypt for awhile. Yes we know scripture and can share with others in a movie "truth". I believe our God would want us too. Have a blessed Thanksgiving & Christmas !!!! ✝️ 🛐 🙏 🥰

Amazing😃

I'll waitt..

Wow! We would like to see this movie in Mexico!

This actually looks kinda good. In eager to see.

The story has been told in this fashion many years ago in a book and play called "Two From Galilee". Our church has been performing the play for over 20 years.