This documentary-style program on the Bible combines brief commentaries with readings from the Bible by actor Charlton Heston. There are good location settings in the Holy Land that provided the backdrop for Heston's readings.
The program is divided into four 60-minute segments. The first two segments focus on the Hebrew Bible with an emphasis on the Book of Genesis. The second half of the program is a two-part sequence on the New Testament. In those programs, the first part addresses the life and ministry of Christ; the second part focuses on the Passion. The only drawback is extremely limited nature of the program that omits so many of the biblical stories.
Heston's readings were not only dramatic, but the actor seemed to have memorized the lengthy biblical passages. There was good feeling, dramatic emphasis, and overall interpretation of the texts.
With the selections coming from the magnificent King James version of the Bible, this production is an outstanding introduction to the Bible that delivered the oral power of the stories.
An excellent and unique documentary idea!
The program is divided into four 60-minute segments. The first two segments focus on the Hebrew Bible with an emphasis on the Book of Genesis. The second half of the program is a two-part sequence on the New Testament. In those programs, the first part addresses the life and ministry of Christ; the second part focuses on the Passion. The only drawback is extremely limited nature of the program that omits so many of the biblical stories.
Heston's readings were not only dramatic, but the actor seemed to have memorized the lengthy biblical passages. There was good feeling, dramatic emphasis, and overall interpretation of the texts.
With the selections coming from the magnificent King James version of the Bible, this production is an outstanding introduction to the Bible that delivered the oral power of the stories.
An excellent and unique documentary idea!