How many ways can a person tell the stories recorded in the
Bible without taking away from the truths expressed for our growth? How many
times can a child, or family, hear age-old tales without growing tired of
listening?
People who love the Bible, believe in its truths, and adhere
to its teachings, probably would say the stories’ brilliance never grows dim.
They always enjoy them and often are surprised by nuggets they find that they
hadn’t realized were there before.
For me, it’s always fun to see how someone adapts Biblical
stories into modern-day accounts. So when A
Long Way Off was delivered to my mailbox, I was excited to watch it.
The story is a modern-day telling of the Prodigal Son, a parable told by Jesus,
about a son who obtained then squandered his wealth. Humbled, he returned home
to, hopefully, be hired as one of his father’s servants. If you are familiar
with this story in the Bible, you’re also aware of how this story ends. For
this film, however, I enjoyed seeing the son’s journey. His attitude, his
pride, his inability to face the truth long before hitting bottom, all are
terrific portrayals of what Jesus may have wanted us to see; and while the
ending was predictable due to its connection with the familiar story told us
since Sunday school, there was an added twist—or creative license, if you
will—that I appreciated.
I didn’t get the sense that this overtly Christian film was “in
your face” with platitudes and formulas; but instead, it was an honest look at
family dynamics, true friendship, humility, and that you really can go home, if the home you’re heading to
is into the embrace of Jesus. This film is one that my family can enjoy without
having to hold the fast-forward button ready for those scenes you didn’t expect
upon the first viewing.
“A BIBLICAL STORY FOR MODERN AUDIENCES”- Dove
“A Long Way Off”RELEASING TO DVD August 19thBEST PICTURE WINNER- 2014 INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FILM FESTIVALWINNER BEST OF SHOW- SEDONA FAITH AND FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL
Visit Amazon to reserve your copy today.
*Note: This film was sent, free of charge, with the understanding that I would offer an honest review.
Weaving words for the heart and soul,
Karlene A. Jacobsen
Freelance Writer
southpawscribbler@gmail.com
Freelance Writer
southpawscribbler@gmail.com
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