Road to Emmaus

What happened in the days after Jesus Christ was crucified? Road to Emmaus offers a dramatized version (in English or Spanish) of the story told in Luke 24:13-35 depicting the interactions of two first-century travelers—shaken by news of the Crucifixion—and a mysterious stranger who joined them, someone particularly knowledgeable about the Old (at that point, only) Testament of the Bible and the implications of the Hebrew prophecies for contemporaneous events. As they walk, the men explore the value of Jesus's life—and death—putting historical events into context and emphasizing the personal ramifications of faith for the two men. Of course, Christians believe that the stranger was actually Christ—risen from the dead to fulfill biblical prophecy while making some last visits to the faithful before ascending into Heaven. Directed by Steve Boettcher, the film depicts Jesus (Bruce Marchiano) as a gentle, wise, and patient teacher, sharing thoughts about his mission and role in the grand scheme, including the spiritual concepts of sacrificial love and dying to live. Highly recommended. Aud: P. (C. Block)