Review of Ben-Hur (2016) by Tyler L — 29 Aug 2016

This adaption of the Ben-Hur story is entertaining and visually spectacular on the big screen. The chariot race sequence was epic and this adaption provided some interesting changes in the story from the classic 1959 Charlton Heston version. These changes provide an interesting twist to the story and added to the experience.

The one area that was lacking was in the musical score. The Ben-Hur story provides many characters and events to build a score around. I really did not hear themes develop for the major characters nor an overarching theme for the film as a whole.

Overall, Ben-Hur is still well worth the price of admission and a film that should be experienced on the big screen.