Paul, Apostle of Christ
Paul, Apostle of Christ

Paul, Apostle of Christ

2018Movie108 minEnglish

Risking his life, Luke ventures to Rome to visit Paul -- the apostle who's bound in chains and held captive in Nero's darkest and bleakest prison cell. Haunted by the shadows of his past misdeeds, Paul wonders if he's been forgotten as he awaits his grisly execution. Before Paul's death, Luke resolves to write another book that details the birth of what will come to be known as the church.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users88%
Director: Andrew HyattGenres: Drama, History, Biography

Plot Summary

During the height of Emperor Nero's brutal reign, the elderly Apostle Paul is imprisoned in Rome awaiting execution. Despite his failing health, he endures the harsh conditions with the help of his devoted friend Luke, a physician. As persecution intensifies, Paul's letters become a beacon of hope for Christians facing unimaginable trials, inspiring them to live in love and share the Gospel.

Critical Reception

Paul, Apostle of Christ received mixed reviews from critics but generally resonated well with Christian audiences, praised for its historical depiction and faithful portrayal of early Christian struggles. It was noted for its sincerity and devotional message, though some critics found its narrative pacing and character development lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its respectful and earnest portrayal of faith amidst persecution.
  • Appreciated for its historical setting and focus on the impact of Paul's writings.
  • Criticized by some for a slow pace and underdeveloped supporting characters.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film inspiring and a moving depiction of early Christianity, with many appreciating its historical context and the power of faith during times of oppression. Some noted that it felt more like a sermon than a dramatic film, but this was often seen as a positive attribute for its intended audience.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Matera, Italy, a city famous for its ancient cave dwellings that were used to represent ancient Rome.

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Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**An excessively preachy film, aimed at more devout audiences.** It really costs being a historian when we feel like watching a film based on historical facts. We never manage to take off our academic attire and enjoy it, we see errors a...
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tmdb28039023

Can you be said to lead by example when the example is spurious? Paul, Apostle of Christ is the early Christianity 'success story' of the conversion of Mauritius Gallas (Olivier Martinez), Commander of the Third Legion of Rome, and Prefect ...