So, I think that having the news be the way we see this unfold was smart. The people left behind have to grapple with what's happening, a new leader rises.
Of course, in this Universe, the book of Revelation isn't a revenge tale on Rome but a coming attractions...read disasters if only you'd heed before too late.
Acting is somewhat decent with Helen Hannah but she's convinced so quickly it feels unearned but necessary
The villains are campy and fell like they're coded gays. Hannah's boyfriend is not a strong actor to be in that position.
Overall, it's done okay and the series does better in other films, you do have to start s somewhere. While not terrible, remember it's the starting line but not too many excuses
It's engaging and the nearly folded clothes were a little bit like...huh? The angels are folding laundry when rapturing people? I think if you're looking for something theologically protestant, you're in the right place. Good? Meh... More like passable.
EDITED TO ADD: Some of this movie was cut into a 1998 John Hagee produced film Vanished. Maybe they worked on both side by side and used other footage for that one with a new cast.
