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.
Direction
Hardwicke brings her indie grit to holy territory.
Cinematography
Morocco standing in for ancient Judea—actually gorgeous.
Acting
Oscar Isaac: the internet's boyfriend before he knew it.
Director
Catherine Hardwicke
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