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Samuel the Lamanite
When her choir teacher (Angela Winston) is suspended for refusing to remove “Silent Night” from her school’s winter concert, Amelia (Lauren Faber) is heart-broken. Her father (Joel Dehlin) and the family housekeeper (Frank Gerrish) use the story of Samuel the Lamanite to help teach her the importance of standing up for one’s beliefs. Samuel’s integrity as he prophecy’s to the Nephites about the birth of the Savior is an inspiration to all. Through the imagination of a modern-day girl, Samuel the Lamanite’s prophecy is brought to life. Watch first-hand the people of Nephi as they are persecuted for their faith by the unbelievers, led by both the ruler of Zarahemla and the sergeant of the stout-hearted band of Nephite archers (George Dyer and Clayton Vance). The whole family will enjoy this fun and deeply moving film, Samuel the Lamanite.
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Plot Summary
This animated film retells the biblical story of Samuel the Lamanite, a prophet who delivers a warning to the wicked people of Zarahemla. Despite facing severe opposition and threats, Samuel steadfastly delivers his message of repentance and foretells the birth and death of Jesus Christ. The narrative follows his courageous stand and the reactions of the people to his prophecy.
Critical Reception
As a direct-to-video animated religious film, critical reviews are scarce. However, for its target audience within the Latter-day Saint community, it has been generally well-received for its faithful depiction of the Book of Mormon narrative and its engaging animation style for a relatively modest budget production.
What Reviewers Say
Faithful adaptation of a key Book of Mormon account.
Engaging animation suitable for families and religious education.
Praised for its clear message and courageous protagonist.
Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, often highlight the film's accuracy to the scriptural text and its value as a teaching tool for children. Viewers appreciate the animation for conveying a significant religious message in an accessible way.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the church-owned media company Covenant Communications, which focuses on creating content for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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