Review of The Nativity Story (2006) by J.r. Jones for Chicago Reader — 24 Jan 2016
Compared to the crucifixion, the nativity doesn't offer as much inherent drama for secular viewers, but screenwriter Mike Rich (The Rookie) generates a fair amount of suspense by framing the action with Herod's slaughter of the innocents, and the journey of the Three Wise Men supplies a warm comedic subplot.
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This review of The Nativity Story (2006) was written by J.r. Jones and published by Chicago Reader on 24 Jan 2016.
The Nativity Story has generally received positive reviews.
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