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I can't say enough about how wonderful this movie was. It is a joy looking through the eyes of Dickens youngest & exuberant son Walter. The story is told in such a way that isn't too heavy for children yet conveys the story without watering it down The animation was superb, the humor delightful the flow rhythmic.

I wasn't prepared for the opening scene, but once I understood, about 5 sec in, it became one of my favorite humorous scene. It makes for a impactful & entertaining family outing. We had 4 children in tow ages almost 3 to 11. They all enjoyed it & the almost 3 yr old did not get fidgety until the last 15 min.

A good touch adapting Charles Dickens' own story about Christ as told to his children and including his family as this is how this depiction of the Savior is presented.

I have seen quite a few depictions of Christ and the vast majority are live action. This animated feature aimed mostly for the younger audience is not too serious, nor is it too watered down for the said young audience.

Christ's birth to his preaching at the synagogues at the age of twelve, to his ministry, to his passion and resurrection are captured real well for all ages to enjoy.

If you are a spiritual or religious person, you will feel the spirituality in this work.

While it doesn't include everything in the New Testament (then again, there hasn't been anything on film that has), this is an ideal film to introduce one to the Scriptures be it a young child or older.

I was surprisingly the only one in the cinema for this film so I didn't have that high expectations, I was very wrong. I thoroughly enjoyed this film, the music and storytelling were really beautiful at such an important time of year for us Christians. I think this is suitable for ANY age and hooked me all the way through and I'm 22. I think the third person perspective of the Easter Story told by Charles Dickens in the film was really interesting. Such a heart-warming film and loved every single important story told in it. I think this deservers a higher rating. I will certainly watch again and recommend it to my family/friends.

I thought the outro song was a masterpiece too, really touched me this film and NO ONE i know is talking about it! GO AND WATCH.

We took our grandkids yesterday - 6 and 9 - and we all loved this story in a story, a traditional retelling of the life of Jesus as told by Charles Dickens to his son. Our six-year-old was so moved by the resurrection that she bowed on her face in worship. The storytellers did a good job of weaving together representative moments from the gospels to keep the story moving and yet contained within the hour and forty minutes allotted. It captured well the very essence of who Jesus is as the Son of God and God in the flesh and what He came to earth to do to redeem us from our sins. Great conversations after. An opportunity not to be missed by Christian families.

I'm a huge fan of Angel Studios. I watch every movie they come out with. I'm a member of the guild.

When I first saw this movie preview I was excited and then skeptical. The movie looked great in the preview but I wasn't to sure about it being made by Seong-ho Jang. He is amazing with visual effects, but a South Korean telling the story of Jesus with a release date near Easter, made me a little skeptical. Well, he knocked it out of the park.

The story telling using the Princess Bride type narration was brilliant. It keeps the audience engaged and was very easy to understand for kids. It was all around great for family friendly.

If you purchase tickets through Angel they were doing a buy an adult ticket get a kid ticket for free.

First off, the cast is phenomenal, what a group! The animation style isn't my favorite, bobblehead Jesus was an interesting choice but some scenes are truly spectacular. My kids weren't totally captured by the film, though they're still young, music helps them a lot and I expected a few hymns or songs incorporated somehow. My kids loved watching Walter and Willa's adventure through this great story of Jesus Christ. It started a little slow with Charles' stage show and the various interruptions by Walter. I felt that it was a little longer than a children's film should be. Still, it's message that motivated us to go, perfect for the Easter season and we look forward to more stories like this for children!

I was really looking forward to seeing this movie, but I was disappointed on so many levels.!

To begin with, the very long sequence in the beginning of the disobedient boy backstage while Charles Dickens is trying to do a dramatic presentation... The scene goes on and on, it's over long and annoying that we have to watch these parents, catering to this disobedient boy backstage.

2nd point... the animation is ugly! Remember the days of Walt Disney when animation was charming and endearing? Well, that is simply not the case here... most of the characters are ugly and strange looking and I don't want to look at them.

3rd point... my husband, and I both fell asleep midway through the movie! Neither one of us have ever done that before!

4th point - ultimately not a very good representation of Jesus Christ as the Son of God. As another reviewer pointed out... Jesus says he is a man of faith?... and other discrepancies 5th point... the smashing and crashing around of figures in the film is annoying. These are supposed to be people... But the boy flies around the room indiscriminate of the fact that he has legs etc?. It's just strange and very unpleasant as our many animated features these days that are supposedly designed for kids that are just chaotic.

5th point... I don't think you should not take your children to see this film.

My husband ad I took our grandkids, ages 11 to 17, and we all enjoyed it! Loved how the Bible came to life on the screen! The most important Biblical stories told with truth and without fabrication. Messages were clear and well taken even for my youngest grandson.

Engaging and lovable characters from the start to the finish. I laughed and cried and absolutely fell in love with the cat!

Loved the ending when the father removed the sign he had taped on his office door. Such a reminder to all of us of what is truly important and how much our children learn by our example.

Highly recommend it for all ages!

A wild, schizophrenic ride through Charles Dickens emotionally abusing his child. The entire narrative feels clanky and disjointed. Walter's eyes well up in tears as Charles tells him an evil, angry demon was cast into a herd of nearby pigs, causing them to run off a cliff to their death. The entire system of Christian belief is presented as absolute, indisputable fact with every mythic legend included. Looked at soberly, one will find a schizophrenic mess of narrative, with its only clarity being it's abhorrent desire to present fantasy as facts to children.

Ironically, Christians have swarmed to praise this movie without realizing it was made and funded by Mormons. But I suppose it doesn't matter, as long as the children are funnel-fed belief as fact.

The voice acting was great.

The way HIS life was portrayed brought me to tears multiple times.

Visuals were very good, and they way the integrated the child he is telling the story to in to the story kept it interesting.

If you want a family friendly movie to take your kids to this is it.

We enjoyed the music as well.

I don't understand why this review has to be so long as I am a short and to the point type of person, and don't appreciate long winded answers to things that can be shared in a short period of time, thank you for listening, this should take my review of this great movie over the limit.

I was really looking forward to this animated version of the story of Jesus Christ, but despite the potential, the film left me a bit disappointed. There are some positive points, of course, but it also made a few narrative choices that stopped me from fully connecting with the story.

I appreciated the lighter and more accessible approach for a younger audience. It's appropriate for children and gives them a chance to learn about Jesus in a softer way, without hiding the harsher and more violent parts, but also without showing them too explicitly. That's definitely a good thing, especially considering how intense and heavy this story can be at times.

However, the big issue here is the way the story is told. The idea of having Charles Dickens narrate the life of Jesus to his son ends up being a poor choice that takes away from the immersion. Just when we start to get fully involved in Jesus's journey, we're pulled out by scenes of Dickens or his annoying son, breaking the rhythm and emotional flow. These constant interruptions really hurt the film's impact.

If the goal was to bring a new angle or add a clever twist, it didn't work. Instead of feeling fresh, the side story with Dickens and his son weakens the main plot and sometimes even confuses it. It steals time from what really matters: the life of Jesus and the key figures around him. Mary, for example, is barely developed and ends up feeling like a background character, when she should've been emotionally strong and central. And the apostles, who should've played an important role, are rushed and shallow. They show up, say a few lines, and disappear.

If all those Dickens scenes were removed and the film focused more on Jesus's path and character development, we could've had something really powerful.

Still, I can see its value as a light introduction to Jesus's story for younger viewers. It looks good, has a nice rhythm... but it lacks soul. It didn't have the courage to truly focus on what mattered most.

In the end, it's a pleasant film, but far from being the king of Jesus movies.

We watched *King of Kings* on opening weekend, and I have to say, I'm completely blown away! From start to finish, this film was an extraordinary experience. The storytelling was compelling, drawing me into every moment and weaving together a narrative that was both powerful and deeply moving. The visuals were nothing short of breathtaking-each scene felt like a masterpiece in itself, showcasing impeccable direction and cinematography. The performances were truly mesmerizing; every voice actor brought their character to life with such authenticity and passion. It's rare to come across a film that stays with you long after the credits roll, but *King of Kings* is undoubtedly one of those timeless masterpieces. It left me reflecting on its themes and marveling at its artistry. If you haven't had the chance to see it yet, do yourself a favor-it's worth every moment and more!

What a wonderful movie!! We took our 7yo great-grandson to see it. It was a perfect depiction of the life, death & Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ for young children.

Our Great-grandson can't wait for it to be available on the app!

I encourage all to go see it!!

We loved it so much we joined the Angel Guild. Excellent content for kids & families.

There are wonderful series' of adventure, faith & encouragement.

We especially love Turtle Twins!! Grandma has a souped up, Time traveling scooter. She & the twins travel back & meet George Washington, Ben Franklin & even Carl Marx, etc. All to teach about history & even how our government works.

There is so much trash being called entertainment. It's refreshing to have positive, faithful options.

It was great to see a packed theater for an honest and accurate portrayal of the Christ story presented in an accessable version for children. Especially in these days where more and more people have fallen out of faith.

There was enough humor aimed at children, expertly mixed throughout the telling of the New Testament culminating int the resurrection.

Both my kids loved it and took the message to heart.

An amazing cast, amazing writing, great animation.

Well done Angel studios!

I look forward to more amazing Christ centered content that isn't cringe - save that for Disney and their progressive trash.

The film could have been a little longer (15-20 minutes) to tell the Lord's story in more detail. The opening scene with the child on stage became truly annoying and, in my opinion, a waste of time and film. It was unnecessarily drawn out. It would have been better to have shown more of the film's core message. Some of the animated characters looked ridiculous and too different (head, face, and body proportions). I would have preferred more consistent proportions to be more beautiful and more serious.

Otherwise, a very captivating film. For young and old. Our children enjoyed it. My wife and I did too. Also because faith is very important to us and we love it very much.

As a filmmaker, it wouldn't have been a bad idea to make a miniseries out of the film. This would have captured much MORE of the world's most beautiful and greatest story.

One thing should be known before seeing this movie. It gets historical accounts incorrect, with much being a childish interpretation, or at least a ignorant one. On it's surface, it's a cute children's movie, with good animation.

Now, for the most important part of the religion, the Christology and Theonomy is heretical. It's incredibly clear the movie IS NOT trinitarian, nor does it preach Jesus isn't God born in the flesh as the one true Christian religion holds as fact. For the reason, I can't tell you enough to keep your kids away.

1) It says Jesus performs miracles because he's a man with faith.

2) It says Jesus can forgive sins on earth, but only God can forgive sins.

3) It never makes reference to Christ's divinity, and true authority as God to command demons, the spirits, the weather, and mankind.

The teaching of the Apostles holds true, Jesus is God born of Mary in the flesh. There is no separation in Christ. If you look for a man, you will find him. If you look for God, you will find him. He is the risen and living God in the flesh.

LIKES: Good Message Very Good Delivery Great voice Acting Authentic Emotion Liked The Presentation Cute/Funny Very Friendly Family Good Pace/Entertaining Meaningful Great Music DISLIKES: A Tad Preachy Character Usage is Uneven Lots of Material In One Movie The Animation Is A Tad Off Does Not Have The Full Movie Magic

Summary: The King of Kings is a movie about one of the most powerful stories in the history of the world. This movie translates it quite well into a piece that feels welcoming to a wide variety of audiences, with kids and adults alike getting ensnared in the powerful prose of Dickens' storytelling. It's a solid delivery and presentation of the material, a combination of what feels like a good Christmas tale that mixed Sunday School and a sermon into an engaging narrative to a boy more impressed with Medieval tales. Inspirational, powerful, and motivational, The King of Kings intertwines the majestic tale of Jesus with a very adorable approach to learning from a child's perspective. Jang and his team (alongside the studio they bought) have managed to keep the magnitude of the miracles and the cute comedy in check, and in allowing the interruptions and jokes, it shows a clever character progression that feels almost as magnificent as the story being told. The emotional moments hit very hard, in particular, the ones where the fantastic musical score mixes with the perfect animation moment to give goosebump-raising moments that feel so in tune with spirituality. As for the voice acting, it's pretty good, with many of the characters brought to life with powerful delivery, especially Isaac and Branagh, who have this command of their figure's emotions and qualities. The poetic dialogue of Dicken's spin of the story sets up Jesus's commanding, yet calm, lines as he teaches his subjects the words of God. Such engaging delivery keeps the deep emotion flowing, presenting that prowess of the moment and, again, not becoming so ensconced in it to be too intense for kids. Especially at the end, where the story comes together full circle, and you are left with this aura that makes you feel lighter. And all of this is at a pace that moves to keep your attention and not feel like attending a bible study for nearly two hours.

Yet, the movie does still cross into preachiness at times, losing the balance and becoming more of a Sunday quoting session. These moments are limited in distracting, but still sometimes trip up the building moments of the movie. Past that, the movie struggles at times with character usage, so many of the members in the Bible feel diluted despite how much each of them contributed to Jesus' life. There's a lot of material in one movie, and so many scenes seemed to be as simple as the sentences in the good book. While this is accurate to a degree, I think that the movie could have used the movie design magic, adding a little more of that musical interlude, a bit more vivid imagination in the miracles, and some slight build-up of moments to fully add that oomph. I know it probably undermines the point of the tale, but just a little more detail or design could have gone a long way. Finally, the animation, at times, feels a bit off. Not in terms of lag, but more so in that the emotion doesn't match the feelings of the words, or maybe it's the opposite point around. At times, the characters seem to have extra words that don't have the delivery to match what they were trying to convey. Something just felt off to me, and though most will not care, that slight difference in delivery is enough to lose a little bit on the score.

The VERDICT: The King of Kings will accomplish a lot for the target audiences of this movie and seems to be quite a force from my time at my theater. It was a wonderful work that blends entertainment and religion to a level that serves the time of the year, establishing hope, faith, and joy in what this story means. It's cute, but not to the level that makes being an adult stink, as it balances fun and seriousness in a nicely paced movie to entertain everyone. And the voice acting is just stellar on many levels, the two lead roles in particular unleashing their characters to amazing levels. Sure, the movie does get preachy at times, and the character usage and content are uneven, given how much happened during Jesus' first walk on Earth, and the animation/feel of the lines is off at some points. However, most of these moments are forgivable when you get those perfect moments of musical and visual splendor colliding to give you that amazing feeling this story brings. Is this the theater movie? Yeah, I have to say it is for a lot of audience members, with those who don't like this subject material or believe in it need to steer clear of this film. The movie's scores for me are: Animation/Family: 8.0 Movie Overall: 7.5.

I thought for all the big names associated with this movie, I would be more impressed. The whole Charles Dickens part was a distraction. It could've been any parents telling the story. The boy was obnoxiously bratty, yet the mom wouldn't let the dad discipline him. (Same with the cat.) The biggest distraction was that I couldn't quit thinking the entire time, "If he believes this, why in the world does he have three kids who he's never told about Jesus? Why has his wife never told them? Why aren't they at least going to church to hear it?" The bizarre animation of the characters' faces was also distracting. There were very touching parts, but overall, I have no interest in seeing it again. The Miracle Maker (1999), the Chosen, Prince of Egypt, even Joseph, King of Dreams are all a lot more compelling.

The beauty of animation lies in its ability to push boundaries, to go wild and creative - and there's no story more fitting for that than the life of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Don't get me wrong, some scenes were genuinely impressive. The moment Jesus walked on water and Peter joined Him was powerful, and the scene with the demons entering the pigs was equally dramatic. But beyond those, nothing else really stood out.

The story of Jesus has been told countless times, and this version didn't bring anything new to the table. They had a perfect opportunity to explore it from a fresh, imaginative angle but didn't fully capitalize on it.

That said, the animation itself was very well done.

I took my six-year-old granddaughter to this movie and I thought it was fantastic! The opening five minutes or so were not my favorite but once the story got going, it was great! The gospel stories presented were both biblically, accurate and engaging for me as an adult while at the same time presented so a six-year-old could understand it and enjoy it. The movie held her attention right up to the end. As someone else had mentioned, it is like the passion of the Christ, but for kids. It really presented the gospel message in a way that we can all understand. And that is definitely what the world needs right now. Would definitely watch it again. I recommend it highly!

King of Kings is an uplifting and heartfelt portrayal of the life and mission of Jesus Christ. It doesn't just tell the story-it brings it to life in a way that feels both creative and deeply reverent.

Oscar Isaac brings a gentle strength to the role of Jesus, capturing both His compassion and divine authority. The narration by Kenneth Branagh, as Charles Dickens, adds a poetic rhythm to the storytelling.

What stood out most to us was the Spirit the film carried. From beginning to end, it was touching, joyful, and filled with light. At time, you could feel the love of the Savior radiating through the screen, reminding us of His divinity, His compassion, and His power to change lives.

Rather than relying on spectacle, the film chose sincerity. It was a fresh take, but one that stayed true to the message of the gospel. It left us feeling hopeful and spiritually fed.

Verdict: An inspiring and joy-filled depiction of Christ's life that lifted our hearts and strengthened our faith.

King of Kings was a well-written and visually impressive film. I really enjoyed the quality of the animation and the use of creative camera angles, which brought the story to life in a powerful way. However, I was very disappointed and upset by the portrayal of the characters. Given the setting in ancient Israel and Egypt, it's completely unrealistic for all the characters to have such light complexions. It's upsetting that kids are being shown something so inaccurate and misleading. It really took away from the experience for me and made it hard to stay fully engaged. I gave it a 4 out of 10 because of that.

It's good to find a family movie you can truly call a family movie. So many times they aren't what they portray. This film is appreciated in the value it brings. And the Dickens aspect is perfect. It's a good time for these type of movies to come back for all. A positive film in an unruly time. Our daughter loved it and we did as well. Hoping this over takes the box office at least for a time. It would be nice to see this one hit the mark. Take your family to this little family movie this spring. It's worth the watch this year. Very happy way to spend a day. No spoilers here at all, just go it's worth it.

The story, graphics, patent/ child interactions were amazing and so true to life. We were surprised when we saw the credits at the quality actors involved in the project. We were riveted to our seats, not wanting to miss a moment of the story and images portrayed with so much accuracy.

To watch a movie that really mirrors the Bible was inspiring. The family interactions throughout were heart warming and relatable. Wished I'd have done more as a young mom to share my faith and Bible with my children and helps me to strive to do better by the granddaughters.

A great date day or family movie to see any time.