Journey to Bethlehem is a whimsical, lighthearted musical based on the Nativity story. After becoming betrothed to Joseph, Mary is visited by an angel who tells her that she will give birth to the Son of God; meanwhile three magi from the East travel to Judea after witnessing an astrological sign that a new king will be born. Several liberties are takes with the biblical account, such as making Mary a more proactive character and an exploration of the relationship between Pilot and his son. And there are some tonal problems; as bits of comedy are inserted that are rather jarring and don’t fit with the overall dramatic tone. Still, the musical numbers are energetic and fun, and feature some impressive choreography. Presenting a bold new vision of the greatest story ever told, Journey to Bethlehem is an entertaining and uplifting film.
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Journey to Bethlehem is a whimsical, lighthearted musical based on the Nativity story. After becoming betrothed to Joseph, Mary is visited by an angel who tells her that she will give birth to the Son of God; meanwhile three magi from the East travel to Judea after witnessing an astrological sign that a new king will be born. Several liberties are takes with the biblical account, such as making Mary a more proactive character and an exploration of the relationship between Pilot and his son. And there are some tonal problems; as bits of comedy are inserted that are rather jarring and don’t fit with the overall dramatic tone. Still, the musical numbers are energetic and fun, and feature some impressive choreography. Presenting a bold new vision of the greatest story ever told, Journey to Bethlehem is an entertaining and uplifting film.