Resurrection
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Resurrection
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Resurrection is a dramatic, Christian-based movie that focuses on Jesus Christ's disciples as they struggle with their leader's death and find hope in his resurrection. There are some bloody scenes of Jesus being crucified, as well as of people being attacked, beaten, and killed. Wine is consumed and the words "shut up" are audible.
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What's the Story?
Adapted from AD: The Bible Continues, RESURRECTION is a dramatic movie event that portrays the days immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus (Juan Pablo Di Pace). Caiphas (Richard Coyle) has called for Jesus' execution, and Pontius Pilate (Vincent Regan) has agreed. Meanwhile, Peter (Adam Levy), John (Babou Ceesay), and the other disciples are being hunted down, and now must go into hiding. After Jesus dies, the men try to make sense of what happened to their leader, and they wonder if they should leave Jerusalem. But Mother Mary (Greta Scacchi) has no doubt that her son will return.
Is It Any Good?
This dramatic installment of The Bible franchise recreates the Biblical story of the crucifixion, the resurrection, and the turmoil experienced by Jesus' disciples before they went off to spread the gospels. But if the production seems familiar to viewers, it's likely due to the fact that it was created using archived footage that was shot during the making of AD: The Bible Continues. Nonetheless, it still manages to offer a clear, well-paced narrative throughout its roughly 90-minute run.
Resurrection is clearly Christian-based, and stays true to much of what is described in the New Testament. As a result, those whose belief systems are anchored in Christian tradition will appreciate, if not celebrate, its messages about Christ's followers around the world and their words of faith and hope. However, this movie assumes that the viewer is familiar with the story and the people featured in it. Those who don't already know much about it may have a hard time following along, and others just won't be interested in watching.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the different ways the story of the crucifixion and resurrection are told here. How is this telling unique from others you've heard?
How does the story of Jesus and his disciples in Resurrection differ from the way it is told in AD: The Bible Continues? Is it successful in telling it from a new point of view?
TV Details
- Premiere date: March 27, 2021
- Cast: Juan Pablo Di Pace, Greta Scacchi, Babou Ceesay, Adam Levy
- Network: Discovery+
- Genre: Drama
- Topics: History
- TV rating: NR
- Last updated: March 2, 2022
Our Editors Recommend
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The Bible
Biblical reenactments are theatrical and very violent.
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A.D.: The Bible Continues
Faithful drama doesn't shy from Bible's bloodiest moments.
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The Passion of the Christ
Controversial film is extremely violent and powerful.
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Son of God
Bland retelling of Jesus' ministry can be very violent.
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