- Actors: Kirk Cameron, Brad Johnson, Janaya Stephens, Clarence Gilyard Jr., Colin Fox
- Directors: Vic Sarin
- Writers: Alan B. McElroy, Jerry B. Jenkins, Joe Goodman, Paul Lalonde, Tim LaHaye
- Producers: André van Heerden, Bobby Neutz
- Format: NTSC
- Language: English
- Number of tapes: 1
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- Studio: Capitol ( EMI )
- VHS Release Date: Dec 18 2002
- Run Time: 96 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (938 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00004YS7F
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#3,932 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
- #6 in Video > Action & Adventure > Action Directors > James Cameron
- #13 in Video > Special Interests > Religion & Spirituality > Christian Video > Feature Films
- #39 in Video > Drama > Religion
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Part conspiracy theory and part religious message, Left Behind (based on the first in a series of runaway bestsellers by Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins) is a passable, occasionally compelling thriller that turns the rapture and the ascendance of the Antichrist into something resembling a Robert Ludlum espionage potboiler. The beginning, though, is pure Stephen King: as morose pilot Rayford Steele (Brad Johnson) steers his jet plane toward London, comely flight attendant Hattie Daniels (Chelsea Noble) informs him that a number of passengers have disappeared--at 37,000 feet, leaving their neatly pressed clothes behind. And they're not the only ones who've gone missing. The mass disappearances throw the world into chaos, and the sinisterly compelling Nicolae Carpathia (Gordon Currie), head of the U.N., selflessly steps in to help broker peace among the world's nations. But is he as good intentioned as he seems?
Turns out the appropriately named Mr. Carpathia is behind a plot to rule the world and control its food supply, and intrepid reporter Buck Williams (Kirk Cameron, better than you'd expect) is onto him--with a little help from some biblical prophecies. Suffering the problem that befalls most first installments in a series of books and movies, Left Behind busies itself with the task of introducing characters and setting up expository plot lines, and audiences may be frustrated by the lack of action--Rayford's somewhat labored crisis of faith takes up a good chunk of the film. Still, it's an intriguing premise that should satisfy fans of the novel and possibly pick up a few more converts along the way (be warned, though, this is a modestly budgeted film that looks more like a cable TV movie than the latest James Bond extravaganza). And, if like a fair number of the film's characters, you can't figure out that someone named "Nicolae Carpathia" is a bad guy, then, well, you need to bone up on your evil villains. --Mark Englehart
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1.0 out of 5 stars
Ridiculous, Unbelieveable Tripe,
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This review is from: Left Behind:the Movie (DVD)
I rented this movie becaue I was curious to see how good a job they could do, and thought it might make an entertaining evening, like any other end of the world, action adventure or sci-fi fiction flick, but was soon enlightened to the fact that is a pretty exclusive audience type film, not suited for everyone, or if it was intended for everyone, it is in the same way Evangelism is, insulting and unintelligent in it's vain and embarrassing attempt to gain more believers, and re-assure themselves that they are right. I was insulted by the treatment of atheists and everyone else who isn't a believer in this film. It is sad to think great swathes of the populace believe such utter nonsense. They certainly didn't convince me! The acting is poor and the lines are pathetic. If anything, watch this to see how ridiculous this lot can be, but be prepared to be insulted, as all they seem to be saying here is that it's a case of "us" and "them", and "them" are posessed by the devil.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Comparatively Speaking, Not Bad,
By Mr. Tickle Snort "Mr. Ticklesnort" (Houma, LA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Left Behind - the Movie (DVD)
Christian films made for wide distribution are relatively new. The studios are fledgeling studios, operating with low budgets. Therefore, one can't expect Lord of the Rings style production values. This is the Christian equivalent of a Roger Corman film. If you can accept that, you just might like this little yarn. As compared to other Christian films such as the disastrous Omega Code, this film is a solid, well-paced and enjoyable flick. One thing it has going for it is a VERY attractive cast (at least from a male perspective). I kind of fell in love with Janya Stephens as Chloe. She is sweet, charming and loveable. Her soft skin, warm smile, and big brown eyes kept me glued to the set. Oh, and it had a darn fine message too.
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Movie to Highlight an Incredible Book Series,
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This review is from: Left Behind - the Movie (DVD)
I can see that most of the complaints here are clearly from a case of reading the book first and feeling the movie falls short. But I ask you to name a movie where that's not the case. There is sooooo much that takes place in the book, how could you possibly get it into and hour and a half movie? Look past that and see it for what it is... A Movie BASED ON the book.I think they did a Great job with this Movie. It was very well acted, very well cast, and as far as I am concerned, a must see for any Left Behind Fans. I am anxiously awaiting the 3rd movie, in hopes that they will make one. Where I come to recommend this movie and the Tribulation Force Movie the most is, for those who haven't yet read any of the books. I have shown them to many people and it has led to many of them reading the book and loving it. If you have yet to get into the Left Behind Series, or wonder what all the hype is about.... The Movies truly are a great place to start!!
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