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40: The Temptation of Christ

Original title: XL: The Temptation of Christ
  • 2020
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 38m
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5.1/10
336
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Shayan Ardalan in 40: The Temptation of Christ (2020)
Jesus Christ, The Son of God, embarks on a 40 day self-imposed exile to prepare for His earthly mission to save humanity by dying on the cross to atone for the sins of the world. Satan tempts Christ to sin and abandon His mission.
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Jesus Christ, The Son of God, embarks on a 40 day self-imposed exile to prepare for His earthly mission to save humanity by dying on the cross to atone for the sins of the world. Satan tempt... Read allJesus Christ, The Son of God, embarks on a 40 day self-imposed exile to prepare for His earthly mission to save humanity by dying on the cross to atone for the sins of the world. Satan tempts Christ to sin and abandon His mission.Jesus Christ, The Son of God, embarks on a 40 day self-imposed exile to prepare for His earthly mission to save humanity by dying on the cross to atone for the sins of the world. Satan tempts Christ to sin and abandon His mission.

  • Director
    • Douglas James Vail
  • Writer
    • Reed Lackey
  • Stars
    • Shayan Ardalan
    • Cazzey Louis Cereghino
    • Mateo Ray
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.1/10
    336
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    • Director
      • Douglas James Vail
    • Writer
      • Reed Lackey
    • Stars
      • Shayan Ardalan
      • Cazzey Louis Cereghino
      • Mateo Ray
    • 22User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Shayan Ardalan
    Shayan Ardalan
    • Christ
    • (as Sean Ardalan)
    Cazzey Louis Cereghino
    Cazzey Louis Cereghino
    • Joseph
    Mateo Ray
    Mateo Ray
    • Young Jesus
    • (as a different name)
    Sophia Louisa
    Sophia Louisa
    • Mary
    Sabastian Neudeck
    Sabastian Neudeck
    • Lucifer
    Alex Urban
    • John The Baptist
    Amélie Rose Vail
    • Angel
    Trace Carper
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      • Douglas James Vail
    • Writer
      • Reed Lackey
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    10gwpetroski

    40 the temptation of Christ

    Mr Vail,you did an awesome job depicting what Jesus would have encountered during his 40 days in the desert , his agony and temptation were brought to life. Absolutely worth watching and rememgering what the messiah went through. Please accept my warmest and sincere review as outstanding in every way-George Petroski.
    10eddiefloyd-57586

    Great Adaptation

    Really enjoyed this movie, plenty of scripture and a good watch, those that have given bad reviews " especially the same guy twice " may possibly be non believers that did watch it all, or maybe? Just maybe want to put others off. Don't fall for this rubbish , even if they did watch it all then they did so with poor understanding of what happened, as Christians we both really enjoyed the movie, if you are not then please don't try and dissuade people who have faith, not in what is seen but what is unseen, because what is seen is fleeting and what is unseen is eternal. Oh and no violence etc so All in all a good clean adaptation that a Christian family can watch ,without the worldy rubbish and lies. Oh and every thing said by the actor portraying Jesus IS ACTUALLY SCRIPTURE " EXEPT 2 LINES" SO BIBLICALLY ACCURATE.
    10qutoxz

    Fantastic

    It is a really good movie, the music, the way they have captured the light when Jesus is talking is just amazing. its a perfect movie for anyone that has read the bible and or also for any movie lovers out there.
    6vish-n

    Worth a watch!

    The movie is slow going and barren but this is to be expected! After all, it is a film based on Jesus in the wilderness. Nice sound track and cinematography. Inevitably the best scenes involve interactions between Jesus and the Devil. Dialogue tends to revert to scripture, which isn't a bad thing! The movie is slightly formulaic and derivative. I guess they had to include filler scenes to elongate the movie. The main protagonists were convincing enough in their roles. I actually would give it 6.5 if the option was available!
    8infinger-04908

    Boring to those who the promises don't apply

    I think they did a beautiful job. Love the cinematography. As for those that hate it, whatever. The promises are beautiful and poinent.

    Yes, it takes its time, but I guess that what you have when in the desert 40 days. Time to think, time to hear. This isnt "Speed" or "Gone in 60 Seconds", which is apparently what the creatins were hoping for.

    (I've only watched the first 1/2 so far and was irritated about the bad reviews.. )

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      Every line of dialogue spoken by the character of Jesus comes directly from Bible verses, either from the Old Testament that Jesus is quoting or something he would say later in the New Testament. The only exceptions are when he says "I know who you are." and later "I am that rider."
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      Several times throughout the movie a lapel mic can be seen on the robes of Jesus.

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    • Release date
      • April 9, 2020 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • XL: The Temptation of Christ
    • Production company
      • FaithWorks Pictures
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      • 1h 38m(98 min)
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      • 2.39:1

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