
The Nativity Story
Her child would change the world.
Directed by Catherine Hardwicke
Produced by New Line Cinema, Sound for Film
A reverent, visually beautiful retelling of the Nativity that centers on Mary and Joseph's intimate journey and spiritual significance, suffused with warmth, hope, and deep religious faith.
Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.
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Does The Nativity Story end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 99% of films.
Is The Nativity Story one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 97% of films.
Is The Nativity Story easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 95% of films.
Is The Nativity Story scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is The Nativity Story violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is The Nativity Story sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
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Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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