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Marketing the Messiah

  • 2020
  • Unrated
  • 1h 43m
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This documentary shows how Christianity grew from a small Jewish Sect into the Catholic Church, with an emphasis on how Jesus's apostles rejected Paul's version of Jesus, but Paul's version ... Read allThis documentary shows how Christianity grew from a small Jewish Sect into the Catholic Church, with an emphasis on how Jesus's apostles rejected Paul's version of Jesus, but Paul's version eventually became the orthodox Catholic view.This documentary shows how Christianity grew from a small Jewish Sect into the Catholic Church, with an emphasis on how Jesus's apostles rejected Paul's version of Jesus, but Paul's version eventually became the orthodox Catholic view.

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    • Michael Bird
    • Richard Carrier
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    8rinosphere

    Big topic, big ideas

    Cameron's put together a wealth of research and interviews, mixed it all together with the trademark humour from his podcasting career, and gives a strong sense that the picture is so much bigger - that there's more yet to explore and discuss. It's got a lot of content, so be patient with it. And bear in mind this very much about the history of early Christianity and doctrine (and changes in historians' perspective), and less about the mythical or religious elements - although they do enter into it too. Maybe it should have a byline: How to fine-tune a religion for maximum market share and domination, if you're one of the Apostles.
    10molloytd

    Not perfect, but bloody good

    An insightful look at early Christian beginnings. Bound to upset those who believe in the view that the Bible is literal.

    Be warned Cameron does have a topically Australian sense of humour which may run some people the wrong way. Thank the Lord.
    6xsile-32082

    It was interesting and thought provoking.

    I found it a interesting watch and I find the reviews even more interesting with how many outright bash people beliefs. Imagine this but it was the Koran, how tolerant do you think those believers would be of the movie? All in all worth watching but Christianity is a easy target and it does not take much courage at all to make a movie like this about it.
    9dave-54796

    Excellent documentary on how Christianity was started and grew, and all the conflicts over 2,000 years

    Did Jesus exist?

    Cameron Reilly has created a fantastic historical analysis of how Christianity was formed, grew, and the internal conflicts inside the religion. There are fantastic interviews with many notable religious studies and history professors from around the world.

    This is a wonderful scholarly work, and really casts new light on to the development of who wrote the bible, when, and how this evolved over 2,000 years. Discussions of how Judaism and Christianity are fascinating.

    Highly recommended. Also there are many funny parts. It is really an engaging movie for anyone who enjoys history, religion, etc. This is not boring, it is a really fun movie and will intrigue you and educate you. Great for any night of the week.
    amynwilcox

    First hour great then obvious bias shows

    I am not a practicing Christian so did not feel I had something to defend. I do have history degree so was interested in a non-religious view. You won't find it here. Be prepared. This isn't a fact based account. It is an argument for the writer's position. Fair enough by the way. Just know what you are watching.

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      • March 10, 2020 (Australia)
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