Esther

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One-sentence summary

This is an excellent, realistic movie about the story of Esther (91 minutes).

Description

From DVD Cover

“Following the conquest of Babylon, the King of Persia gives a banquet for his people at which he requests the presence of his wife, Vashti. As she refuses the King’s demand, Ahasuerus disowns Vashti and goes in search of her replacement. In his harem, he meets the young girl Esther who immediately captivates him with her charm and beauty. Unaware of her Jewish heritage, King Ahasuerus falls in love with Esther. Esther then reveals to Ahasuerus that she is Jewish and asks him to show her people mercy, because of a planned genocide of the Jews by the King’s right-hand man, Haman. In doing so, she saves the lives of many innocent people and paves the way for their return to Jerusalem.”

Considerations

This is an excellent movie about the story of Esther. The actors and scenery are great. It appears to accurately portray what is described in Scripture. Although it adds many things not mentioned in Scripture, the added parts seem to fit well with what is known. Ezra and Nehemiah are shown in the movie as contemporaries living in Susa, which adds to the story but was unlikely.

Limitations

There are a few things that may be questionable, such as Ezra and Nehemiah being contemporaries in Susa. The king acts like an idiot at times but it is usually when he is drunk. Near the end when Esther is waiting for a report on the results of the Jews defending themselves, there is a scene of fighting going on in the background, which could be hard for some people groups to grasp.

Guidelines for Use

Where to Obtain

Link to Producer or Source Organization

Cost

All four movies from The Bible Series can be purchased for $30 from Amazon.com

Producer/Owners

Author/Artist/Producer

LUBE s.r.l. 1998

Current copyright owner

Trimark Home Video

Other Information

Reviewed by

VMS Staff: Vernon W.

Date

April 2007