The Young Messiah

~Before he was the savior, he was a child.


Overview

Tells the story of Jesus Christ at age seven as he and his family depart Egypt to return home to Nazareth. Told from his childhood perspective, it follows young Jesus as he grows into his religious identity.


Genres


General Information

Release Date: 2016-03-10
Budget: $18500000
Revenue: $6500000
Runtime: 120 min


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