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THE OMEGA CODE

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In THE OMEGA CODE, a professor of mythology gets drawn into the web of Dr. Stone Alexander, the Anti-Christ, who is preparing to take over the world. Containing a Christian worldview with some arguable philosophic and theological points, it has no foul language or sexual situations and only some action-adventure violence. It is fiction with a Gospel message. As such, the Church should support it.

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Christian worldview with some arguable philosophic & theological points; no foul language; action-adventure violence including shooting, man's head wounded with bloody wound, bird eating dead body of animal, explosions, & frightening visions; no sex but some hugs & kisses; alcohol use; smoking; and, deception.

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THE OMEGA CODE explodes across the screen with a special effects laden apocalyptic story. The story line is well known. A doctor and professor of mythology, Dr. Gillen Lane (played by Casper Van Dien), has a strong cult following for his self-realization, therapeutic, psychobabble psychology. His marriage is on the rocks, however. He would like to repair it but gets drawn into the orbit of Dr. Stone Alexander (Michael York), the Anti-Christ who is preparing to take over the world.

The plot device that moves this all along is the so-called Bible Code. In the opening scene, the code is being deciphered by a Jewish scholar who is killed so that Dr. Alexander can get the code and thereby predict the future. For the remainder of the movie, Chairman Alexander uses the code as a blueprint for taking over the world, and the plot progresses pretty much according to a contemporary premillennial view of the prophetic, apocalyptic passages in the Bible.

Thus, Dr. Alexander is hailed as a hero by the leaders of the world when he brokers a peace in the Middle East. As he solidifies his power, there are three years of peace and prosperity. Then, he gets shot in the back of the head. The last three and a half years of tribulation are compressed in the final portion of the movie.

Christians who like Bible prophecy may enjoy this movie. In fact, everybody who is involved should be commended for the look of the movie and the action.

THE OMEGA CODE has its flaws, however. For example, the movie does not have a strong sense of jeopardy. Furthermore, the logical, sequential development of the story is erratic. The music and special effects are often used to try to cover up these story problems. Also, the characters suffer from incomplete bone structures and character arcs.

This is not to say the movie is not enjoyable. Teenagers and others may appreciate the constant action and adventure. Thus, it is hoped that everyone involved in this picture will go on to bigger and better things.

Michael York does the best with this material. He delivers difficult lines with aplomb and shows terrific acting talent. This is something that is not always visible in his previous films. After a shaky start, Catherine Oxenberg does a good job delivering a believable character. Casper Van Dien has the action down, but has trouble carrying his role. If he had been more believable, the whole movie would have benefited.

Several people at the screening quibbled with the theology. Dispensationalism is a recent development in the Christian Church. It doesn’t hold theological coherence for many in the traditional denominations. Added to that is the controversial issue of the Bible Code itself, which many scholars believe is a dubious construct at best.

However, one does not need to believe in the Bible Code nor a pretribulation Rapture or Secret Second Coming of Christ to appreciate THE OMEGA CODE. It is, after all, an action-adventure movie with a Gospel message. As such, the Church at large should support it.

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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.