Apostle Peter & The Last Supper (2012)

A few weeks ago, a friend sent me a link on FaceBook for the trailer of Apostle Peter and the Last Supper (PureFlix). I just finished watching the movie.

The Synopsis (from the Official Movie Site):

Set in Rome A.D. 67. Two jailers at the ancient Marmertine Prison take custody of a famous criminal. He is Simon Peter of Galilee-apostle, disciple, and personal friend of Jesus, also called The Christ. Condemned to death, the elderly Peter (Robert Loggia) recounts his life as a simple fisherman who became one of the boldest figures in all of Christianity. As Peter prepares to depart this earthly life, he will make an unforgettable impression on his jailers through the saving power of the Gospel.

Friends, let me tell you right now--this is a beautiful movie which presents the gospel in an open and moving presentation.

Throughout the film we follow a Roman soldier named Martinian (portrayed very effectively by Laurence Fuller). He and his friend, Processus, are charged with guarding Peter in the days leading up to his execution.

Martinian's wife has expressed interest in learning more about Jesus (although it's dangerous to do so) and he takes advantage of having Peter under his charge by asking a series of questions. As Peter recounts his life with Jesus, Martinian comes to understand the meaning of sin, the sacrifice Jesus made for us all, and what it means to trust Him.

The story is very strong. I liked the characters of Martinian and his wife. I found it interesting to consider particular elements (like waiting for Jesus in the garden as he prayed) through Peter's eyes (portrayed by Ryan Alosio), his desire to serve yet failing in crucial moments.

The movie is well acted. The pacing does lag in a couple of places but not enough to hamper overall enjoyment. I must give props for the locations--stunning! I could quibble about a few minor prop pieces. More attention to little details could have created a more authentic feel to the movie (particularly during the Last Supper scene), but overall it has little impact on what's important--the gospel.

All of the scenes with Jesus are taken straight from scripture with little embellishment. Bruce Marchiano (who played Jesus in The Visual Bible's Gospel of Matthew) once again brings Jesus to the screen with a strength, warmth and humanity that can be missing in other presentations.

Apostle Peter and the Last Supper is a great addition to anyone's movie collection. It's a wonderful way to introduce people to the message of the gospel. I recommend it.

The setting of this movie is while Peter is imprisoned as an older man, during the time after Christ's death & resurrection when Christians were being persecuted (67 A.D.), awaiting his imminent death. One of the jailers, curious about this "famous" Christian, risks his neck to ask Peter questions about his experiences with Jesus -particularly the events surrounding His crucifixion. Peter recounts portions of his time with Jesus, and the viewer gets to see Scripture in motion -it is very powerful to see and hear Jesus words in context! It is impactful, also, to realize how human Jesus' disciples were... yet still so loved by Jesus.

Would not recommend for young children, as the depiction of Satan could be a bit frightening.

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Most movies are about The Christ or Paul or Joseph or Moses. This movie is not only about Jesus, The Christ, but it recounts the personalities of the apostles themselves. It makes the watcher understand that they have the same strengths and weaknesses as the apostles. Doubting Thomas. Peter and his temper. Matthew. James and John, the sons of Zebedee. It is equally about each apostle as much as about the Christ.

The rendition of the Last Supper and what each apostle must have thought when Christ announced that one of them would betray them is extremely moving.

It made all of these people very real and human to me.

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This was an excellent movie presentation ... inspiring, Biblically accurate & moving. I would recommend this for anyone who would like to see & hear the portrayal of the Last Supper & hear the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This would be great for Holy Week preparation, Bible Study Groups, Men's Groups, Sunday School lessons, evangelistic outreach (Home or Church with proper licensing) &/or personal edification.

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This movie was both spirital and emotional. Seeing Peter at an old age and the commitment and dedication he had to the Lord was awe inspiring. The actors were excellent and the movie made a strong impact on all who viewed it.

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