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The Ten Commandments
Best from age 8 · G · 1956 · 220 min
All agesBest from age 8 · G · 1956 · 220 min · Drama · History
The Ten Commandments
This epic tells the biblical story of Moses, from his discovery as an infant to his leadership of the Hebrew people out of slavery in Egypt and receiving the Ten Commandments. It features grand scale, dramatic performances, and powerful themes of faith and freedom.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Moderate3/10
Language
None0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
Mild2/10
Scary moments
Moderate4/10
Heads up
- Portrayals of slavery and harsh treatment of people.
- Plagues depicted visually could be upsetting to younger viewers.
- Dramatic parting of the Red Sea and other miracles.
- A character is shown drinking wine.
Models well
- Courage in the face of injustice
- Importance of faith and leadership
- Seeking freedom and dignity
- Divine intervention and miracles
Talk about it after
- The historical and religious significance of the Exodus story.
- Different kinds of freedom and what it means to be truly free.
- How one person can inspire and lead many people to change.
- The concept of divine law and its impact on society.
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Cast & crew
On Filming the Ten Commandments (1956) Produced by The Christophers
Parting the Red Sea Clip
Introduction and Overture to The Ten Commandments by Cecil B. DeMille
Paramount Movies Trailer
1966 Re-Release Trailer
Trailer
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