The Nativity Story

52
Metascore
2006
1 Hr 41 Mins
Action & Adventure, Drama, Family, Fantasy, Documentary
PG

In Nazareth, teenager Mary is betrothed to the local carpenter, Joseph. Mary is visited by an angel and told that she will fulfill a prophecy and as a virgin give birth to God's son, the savior of the world. Mary's pregnancy brings her the scorn of the community and Joseph struggles to believe her seemingly outlandish story. Meanwhile, a census forces every man and his family to return to his place of birth. Joseph and Mary set out on a long and arduous journey to Bethlehem. This story is based on the Biblical account of the birth of Jesus Christ.

52
Metascore
2006
1 Hr 41 Mins
Action & Adventure, Drama, Family, Fantasy, Documentary
PG

Vatican Gives Nativity Story Two Miters Up!

Although the Pope himself was unable to attend (presumably, he was caught up watching his Giants blow a 21-0 lead), The Nativity Story's Sunday world premiere at the Vatican was met with strong praise by the pontiff's No. 2. "It is well done," Reuters quotes secretary of state Tarciso Cardinal Bertone as saying. "It re-proposes this event... with realism, but also with a great respect of the mystery of the Nativity."And do not get him started on the bloopers shown during the closing credits. What the sheep did with the frankincense?! Please.

Mon, Nov 27, 2006