SummaryA young woman carrying an unimaginable responsibility. A young man torn between love and honor. A jealous king who will stop at nothing to keep his crown. A live-action Christmas musical adventure for the entire family.
Directed By:Adam Anders
Written By:Adam Anders, Peter Barsocchini
Journey to Bethlehem
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Nov 15, 2023
60
If you feel the need to watch a faith film, you could do far, far worse than this one, a decently staged musical treatment of the nativity that feels like a Christian version of a live action Disney movie.
Nov 10, 2023
60
Journey to Bethlehem is first and foremost a family movie, and though its music sounds a little too early-aughts to become a classic, it fills a crèche-shaped niche in the current theatrical landscape, with nearly six weeks to clean up before Christmas.
Nov 9, 2023
30
The magic of movies does depend on a certain suspension of disbelief, but “Journey” tests the viewer beyond rational credulity, even as it persists in asserting the reality of its existence.
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Nov 11, 2023
5
Not a fan of musicals, but I do enjoy a nativity retelling. Banderas, Palomo, & Smallbone really held their own, and the transitions of travel were ****, that doesn't excuse some of the overacting of lesser characters that weren't even in musical numbers. I understand this is a family movie, but it's easier to digest these lessons when the characters feel real and stern to the implications set in "Journey to Bethlehem". Half the musical numbers are just a pleasure to watch with choreography, but I feel the studio could have been more flashy with outfits and more pizzazz to the lines delivered. The 3 kings felt the most out of space, but Smallbone was GREAT!
Production Company:
- Affirm Films
- Anders Media
- Monarch Media
- SPACE + ART Entertainment
- Story Collective
Release Date:Nov 10, 2023
Duration:1 h 39 m
Rating:PG
Awards
MovieGuide Awards
• 3 Nominations
