The Story of Jacob and Joseph

A solemn, handsomely mounted Biblical epic that unfolds at a stately pace, asking patience as it moves through betrayal and reconciliation with earnest reverence.

Directed by

Mihalis Kakogiannis

Genres

Drama, Tv movie

Starring

Tony Lo Bianco, Colleen Dewhurst, Herschel Bernardi

Overview

This film recounts the tales of the Biblical figures, Jacob and Joseph. The first part tells the story of Jacob fleeing his tribe when he cheats his brother out of his birthright, gets cheated himself in his exile years while learning of the need to make amends. The second part is of the story of Jacob's favorite son, Joseph. Betrayed and sold into slavery by his brothers, he meets and overcomes all adversity to become the Prime Minister of Egypt, second only to the Pharaoh.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

Faith, family, betrayal, redemption

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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