Exodus: Gods and Kings
Director: Ridley Scott
Actors: Christian Bale, Joel Edgerton, Ben Kingsley
PlotIn ancient Egypt, Moses, a general and member of the royal household, discovers his true heritage as a Hebrew and his divine mission to free his people from bondage. After an encounter with the Hebrew slave Joshua, Moses is troubled by the cruel treatment of his kinsmen. His journey to self-discovery deepens when a meeting with the exiled priest Nun reveals his origins. Moses’ newfound awareness ignites a conflict with his adoptive brother, Ramses, who ascends to the throne as Pharaoh. Once brothers in arms, the revelation of Moses’ true lineage and destiny creates a rift that sets them on a collision course of ideology and kinship.
As tensions escalate, Moses becomes the leader of the Hebrew slaves, igniting the wrath of Ramses, who feels betrayed and hardened by the challenge to his authority. Moses' demand for his people's freedom is met with opposition, resulting in a series of deadly plagues that devastate Egypt. The conflict ultimately leads to a perilous exodus as Moses, guided by his faith and the power of the God of the Hebrews, endeavors to lead his people to freedom. The journey is fraught with dangers and tests of faith, setting the stage for a legendary biblical showdown and a quest that shapes the fate of a nation and the history of a people.
Writers: Adam Cooper, Bill Collage, Jeffrey Caine
Release Date: 12 Dec 2014
Runtime: 150 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United Kingdom, Spain, United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Exodus: Gods and Kings offers stunning visuals and reference-quality audio, yet fails to emotionally engage, with some annoying performances and light supplements.
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Exodus 4K enthralls visually, but its plot slogs; still, it's a must-see for A/V enthusiasts.
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