Review of The Nativity Story (2006) by Amanda H — 09 Jan 2011

It's alright for a recreation of pre historical christ. some lines and occurances in the movie I wasn't expecting.

This review of The Nativity Story (2006) was written by Amanda H on 09 Jan 2011.

The Nativity Story has generally received positive reviews.

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By Joanne-Deborah C (1) on 03 Dec 2014

Excellent Nativity, full of imagery and tells the story showing Mary and Joseph as real people, real emotions…

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By Jazmyn H (3) on 29 Dec 2013

It's not Mel Gibson's Passion Of The Christ but it's a nice little movie with a good story done in an interesting way…

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