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BEN-HUR

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BEN HUR ranks among the most honored of films, taking 11 of 12 Academy awards. This beautifully crafted film begins with the birth of Christ and demonstrates a journey of faith of one man, Judah Ben-Hur, who goes from prince to prisoner to champion charioteer to Christian. This is a film that every family should see and cherish as a defender of faith and Christian values.

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(B, VV, A, M) Biblical worldview depicting conversion to Christ and forgiveness; moderately depicted violence which includes strangulation, whippings, impalings, men run over by chariots, and men left to die in the desert; alcohol use; and, revenge themes

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BEN HUR ranks among the most honored of films, taking 11 of 12 Academy awards. The picture starts out with the birth of Christ and the visit by the Magi. Judah Ben-Hur of Judea (Charlton Heston) reunites with his friend, Massala (Stephen Boyd) who becomes the Roman commander of Jerusalem. However, Massala asks Judah to betray his own people by informing on the dissenters. When Judah refuses, Massala looks for an opportunity to frame his estranged friend. Massala does and sends Judah to the galleys of the Roman war ships and sends Judah’s mother and sister to a dark, cold cell. IN battle, Judah escapes, rescues the governor and becomes a Roman “favorite son.” In time, Judah becomes a skilled charioteer and defeats Massala in a daring, action-packed chariot race. Judah then rescues his mother and sister who have become lepers and takes them to Christ. Though it is too late for them to meet Christ, his shed blood makes renews them and regenerates Judah.

There are not enough superlatives to acclaim this picture. Its honors are rightly deserved and its legacy should continue throughout the generations. BEN-HUR contains brilliant ironies and counter-points that tell an undisputable tale of compassion and forgiveness found through Jesus Christ.

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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.