‘The King of Kings,’ released on April 11, is a visually engaging and emotional animated film that reimagines the life of Jesus Christ through the lens of a child.
The film is loosely inspired by the children’s book The Life of Our Lord by Charles Dickens.
Directed by Seong-ho Jang, the film has received a lot of attention for its heartfelt story and talented voice cast. Its content rating is PG, making it something families with kids of any age can enjoy.
The movie unfolds as Charles Dickens, voiced by Kenneth Branagh, tries to interest his youngest son Walter (voiced by Roman Griffin Davis) with a bedtime story about a king greater than any myth or legend. As Dickens narrates, Walter’s vivid imagination transports him into the biblical world, where he witnesses the life, teachings, and passion of Jesus Christ.
Jesus is portrayed by Oscar Isaac, a well-renowned actor known for his versatility, which provides the tale with profound depth. Moreover, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan, Mark Hamill, and
Forest Whitaker. Their performances add personality to the animated characters and help to bring the story to life. It also includes unique special effects as the scenes switch between the life of Jesus and the quaint home of Charles Dickens as he tells the story to his son.
The King of Kings has received a warm reaction from audiences, earning $19 million. It set a new high for animated faith-based films and surpassed the box office record.
These numbers were well-deserved, as the film brought families together just after the Easter season, reminding young viewers of the reason of the season.
Currently, The King of Kings is available for viewing in theaters across the US. Tickets can be purchased through platforms like Fandango, AMC Theaters, and the official Angel Studios website.
It is expected to be available for digital viewing on Apple TV and Prime Video this month.