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David (The Bible Collection) | 
| Director: Robert Markowitz
Actors: Nathaniel Parker, Jonathan Pryce, Leonard Nimoy, Sheryl Lee, Ben Daniels
Studio: Turner Home Ent
Category: DVD
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Rating:  82 reviews
Sales Rank: 11144
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Subtitled, NTSC
Languages: English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Running Time: 190 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.5
MPN: 053939689327
ISBN: 0780649508
UPC: 053939689327
EAN: 9780780649507
ASIN: B0009WFF8Q
Theatrical Release Date: April 6, 1997
Release Date: September 6, 2005
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Product Description
Depicts the life of King David, a distinguished military leader whose reign was touched by scandal, betrayal and victories.
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 Enjoyed!!!!! July 24, 2010
I thoroughly enjoyed this version of David. Much of it is very close to the written word, that it was very easy to follow. I think any one who purcahases it will enjoy it as well.
Unforgettable, Enthralling, and Inspirational July 12, 2010
Carol Burton (Lynchburg, TN)
This movie, (originally broadcast on TNT), is a stirring depiction of the life of King David, "the man after God's own heart." The accurate production rarely deviates from Scripture. The miniseries is a wonderful visual representation of the life of one of the most complex men in all of human history.
Spanning the time from Saul's anointing to David's death, the film covers a great quantity of ground in a very effective way. The director does a superb job of emphasizing David's triumphs and struggles. Interspersed into the action are stirring excerpts from some of David's psalms, which provide a glimpse into David's heart. I particularly appreciate the fact that David's shortcomings, (most notably his sin with Bathsheba), is not glorified nor sugarcoated. God's Word does not condone sin, yet it does not gloss over it either. Therefore, David is a man who struggles with God as we all do.
The three aspects of the film I particularly enjoyed were:
1. The portrayal of the rivalry between Saul and David. Jonathan Price is magnificent as the complex Saul: a man risen from humble beginnings to become Israel's king: a man driven mad by his lust for power and prestige.
2. The episode with Bathsheba and Uriah. Nathaniel Parker is exceptional in this scene. He portrays a man driven by desperation to conceal an evil act. However, even while plotting Uriah's downfall, he is still sympathetic. There is even a brief instance where the viewer thinks he will turn from his devious actions.
3. Absalom's rebellion. This heartwrenching depiction illustrates how human nature never changes, and how children still seek their parents love even when they have done wrong. This portrayal also illustrates how children become angry with parents so easily. Absalom is portrayed as a multi-layered character, one whom the viewer can empathize with. The consequences of David's wrongdoing affected his entire family, and the scene with Amnon and Tamar is horrifying and unforgettable. The viewer sympathizes with Absalom even if he/she does not condone his actions toward David.
Besides the two actors previously mentioned, Lennard Nemoy is outstanding as the prophet Samuel. These three men turn in stellar performances.
My final comment is that I love the scenes where God speaks. The actor doing this voice over is perfect: God is portrayed as having a gentle yet firm voice, reminiscent of a kindly father, and the voice throbs with anger, compassion, and love. "David" reminds us all that we must confess and repent of our sins, and illustrates God's supreme and magnificent grace. Please give this excellent movie a chance. God bless you all.
Bible Stories May 30, 2010
W. Rice (Tacoma,Wa)
The Bible Collection is the best compilation of Biblical stories I have seen before.It seems to follow very closely the stories as recorded in The Greatest Book(the Bible).Each dvd seems to bring to life the characters and events that make up our earliest history.I first rented these from netflix,and when I saw the quality of each one I knew I had to own this set.
 Very close to the bible. May 21, 2010
L.P. Smith (san diego ca)
I have purchased this movie twice, I lost the 1st one in a apartment move, I thought I could get along with out it, but I missed it after several years and re-purchased it. the movie is done very very well, It is very close to the bible account. Very well done. The music is excellent also. Excellent movie. More for adults. There is a nude scene when David looks down and sees Bathsheba bathing. Then the romantic scene when David invites Bathsheba to his palace.
 Dissapointed May 1, 2010
Naomi M. Cassata
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
The movie was dry, boring and not to scripture. It left out a lot of facts about David's life and had plenty of boring parts. Don't waste your money.
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