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"My son, I have nothing I can give, but this chance that you may live." With these words, Yocheved, a Hebrew mother, places her infant son in a basket and sets him adrift on the Nile River. His sister...( read more 
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MCT:August 3, 2008"Moisés... Moisés... Moisés!
Tira as sandálias dos pés"
A melhor rima despropositada de sempre!!! ='D -
MCT:July 30, 2008The story of Moses as Dreamworks animators see it, isn't entirely accurate, but is good entertainment. Moses wasn't the adopted son of the pharoah and the daughter was in fact his wife, not his daughter, and the appearance of Abraham was just not right, and no, the nose didn't get knocked off the spynx in Moses' day. It happened much later. As a minister pointed out, some of the descriptions were also wrong, including that of the tribe that Moses stayed with. Even so, it's okay. The cast makes up for it. Stewart, Glover, Goldblum and Kilmer are in it.
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MCT:July 28, 2008
This is a retelling of how "Moses" (voice of Val Kilmer) in his battle with his adoptive brother "Rameses" (Ralph Feinnes) to let him take his people out of Egypt.
The first thing you will notice is the incredible animation in this film. Despite various shades of brown dominating just about every scene, everything from the character design to the background is as close to perfect I have seen in a long time.
All the performances are excellent. I don't believe there was a weak performance from any of the all-star cast. I enjoyed pretty much every performance, even the ones that were there for comic relief.
Character development isn't really there in this film. This is mostly because of how well known the majority of the characters are. However, with all that is going on on the screen, you won't really notice what little development there is in the supporting cast.
There were a few liberties taken by the writer. This is because they wanted to attract more than just the Christian audience. This doesn't detract from the movie however, and is barely noticeable.
The score is very nice. But none of the songs will ever become classics I think. The songs do help advance the story nicely. The scenes that the songs are in are also done nicely as well.
This movie isn't really for the "Dora the Explorer" generation. There are some dramatic parts that may be a little intense for them -- especially the parts depicting the Passover story. There is no blood and gore in what could have been more violent, so older children could be less disturbed when these scenes come on-screen.
If you are familiar with the Moses story, you will notice that the subplots leading to the Exodus are there. But because the movie focuses on the battle between "Moses" and "Rameses" these are given only just enough time to advance the story. If this movie was longer, these subplots could have been looked into a little longer.
The ending of the movie leaves it wide open for a sequel, if one was ever planned. They barely scratched the surface of the story of Moses leading his people out of Egypt. Maybe this film should have been released as a multi-video pack telling the whole instead of an approximately 90 minute movie in theaters.
Despite forgettable flaws, this is a wonderful movie that is mostly loyal adaptation of one of the most important stories in the Good Book. -
MCT:July 22, 2008Didn't get the whole 5 star because some parts weren't historically correct, and it could have been.
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MCT:July 17, 2008
i think this is like a all time christian movie.
it's adventurous, great for kids, and is ahmazin for christian education.
one bible story,43879237401 more to go heh--; -
MCT:June 30, 2008I don`t believe I have never seen this Movie!! Uhh I was 18 when it was released.
Must see it once. -
MCT:June 24, 2008An inspiring translation from saints books. It's an attractive way of turning the story of one history's greatest heroes into an entertaining, visually animation on a beautiful dazzling way!
In it's own it's really breathtaking and an outstanding achievement! It's just an extravagent result with religious persuasions, so it's educative too!
I liked the soundtracks, they were splendid! Finally, it's just truly spectacular! -
MCT:June 23, 2008
The movie was very good for kids.... I don't enjoy in much since I'm older now, but I don't mind watching ii other wise. It now isn't the favorite movie I've ever seen.
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MCT:June 18, 2008
An amazing film. The soundtrack is amongst the best. It is one of the best films ever. It will lift your heart and make you cry. Love it.
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MCT:June 10, 2008
I watched this repeatedly for almost an entire summer. Usually Biblical movies bore (or terrify) me. But this one, put a new twist on this timeless story and made it oh so enjoyable. I will definitely buy this movie and watch it with my future kids and husband.
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MCT:June 7, 2008
Spiritually enticing...
The story of Exodus has its parallels in many religions, always with the same result: God chooses one of his peoples over the others. We like these stories because in the one we subscribe to, we are the chosen people, God could have spared man a lot of trouble by casting his net more widely, emphasizing universality rather than tribalism, but there you have it. Moses gives Rameses his chance (free our people and accept our God) and Rameses blows it, with dire results for the Egyptian side...
The film follows Moses (voice of Val Kilmer) from the day when he is plucked from the Nile by the queen (Helen Mirren) to the day when he returns from the mountain with the Ten Commandments. What it emphasizes more than earlier versions is how completely the orphan child is taken into the family of the Pharaoh (Patrick Stewart); he is a well-loved adopted son who becomes the playmate and best friend of Rameses (Ralph Fiennes), the Pharaoh's son. As boys, they get in trouble together (one drag race in chariots, which speed excitingly down collapsing scaffolds, results in the destruction of a temple). And when Rameses is named regent, his first act is to name Moses as royal chief architect...
But something within Moses knows that the Egyptians are not his people. After he happens to meet his real brother and sister, Aaron (Jeff Goldblum) and Miriam (Sandra Bullock), and learns the truth about his heritage, he runs away into the desert. At an oasis, Moses encounters a former slave girl, whom he had helped to escape from the Pharoah's empire, and who is the daughter of the Hebrew high priest Jethro (Danny Glover). While staying with them, Moses hears the voice from the Burning Bush: "I am that I am, the God of your fathers." For Moses, accepting this god means renouncing untold power and riches, and Rameses (now the Pharaoh) is first incredulous, then angered. "I am a Hebrew," Moses sternly informs him, "and the God of the Hebrews came to me and commands that you let my people go." When Rameses disagrees (and doubles the slaves' workload), God unleashes a series of punishments. Fire rains from the sky, locusts descend in clouds, and all the first-born are killed. All leads up to the spectacular parting of the Red Sea, an event made for animation... -
MCT:May 28, 2008
Has the most beautifully epic animation I've ever seen. Didn't care too much for the plot, but who would when you're looking at such beautiful imagery.
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MCT:May 17, 2008
A spectacular piece of work, its lush visuals, inspirational music, and emotional loci centered around the relationship between Moses and Rameses.
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MCT:May 9, 2008
I really like the songs in this movie so i sing along and its just a good movie relating to the bible.
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MCT:May 4, 2008
i don't know why other flixters rate it bad!, because i just can't believe how amazing this movie is!, nice poetic phrases, music, as special effects too!, i just got amused!
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MCT:April 20, 2008
I love this Disney classic. With true animation not CGI. I loved the story and how it stayed close to the story of Exodus, but age appropriate. I love how Disney was bold enough to make this movie. I love watching it when ever it comes out. Great bible story with some big name stars as the voices. Very entertaining for all ages. Great Animated film!!
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MCT:April 17, 2008
The religious-themed animated film about the Book of Exodus had me almost as clenched as the version with Heston. Although animated films can depict books of the Torah/Old Testament better, it does very little justice, being an animated film intended for children. Moses' life included some of the scariest stuff you'll hear about, man.
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MCT:April 15, 2008
Wonderful, wonderful movie. And I'm a sucker for animation, so. :P
"There Can Be Miracles" is such a beautiful song, too.... One of my favorites. -
MCT:April 14, 2008
"The Prince Of Egypt" is another film about Moses and this one's animated in good quality. He frees the Hebrews from Egyptian slavery and divides the Red Sea. This is a very good movie that deserves four stars.
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MCT:April 12, 2008
I just saw this movie again today, and I had forgotten how good it was. The songs are very moving and the visual effects are great as well.
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MCT:April 6, 2008
I enjoyed this a lot, but me being a student of the scriptures causes me to make fun of it a lot.
It's more for the kids . . .
And why does Val Kilmer voive Moses and God?
The music rocked, though. -
MCT:March 23, 2008
This is an icredible animation, the music and dramatic theme set it apart...I would not let kids watch it if I had any, but you might wanna check it out.
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ShimmerMePrettyposted 317 days ago -
Ok let's get one thing straight here. Hans Zimmer did THE BEST music for this movie. I am just so stunned by the incredible music that he wrote for this movie. I mean I'm probably one of the hugest music freaks on the planet I have the movie,the piano solo book and the soundtrack for this movie I am just SO in love with the music in this movie.20 thumbs up for Hans!!!
As for the movie itself they did a pretty good job of translating the Bible into an animated movie. I am especially pleased that they made it into an animated movie for the whole family to see so the whole family can see one of the greatest stories in the Bible! Seriously the story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt is one of the most amazing stories in the Bible...Everybody should read the story at least once it is truly amazing.posted 435 days ago -
I love this movie. I like the songs. It changed some of the histories of the bible tho. If you are a Christian and believe in God, plz click on my pic...i need more friends on here
posted 530 days ago -
Okay..but whats going on with these characters..Egypt(Kemet)was in Africa no..duh and we were black...dark and brown...now coffee...that is just the image depicted
posted 579 days ago -
The Bible has so many epic stories that would make excellent movies. They should make more of them.
posted 674 days ago -
This is an excellent movie, even if it is a cartoon movie! Jus because it comes from bible, Amen!
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