“The Last Supper” is on screens now at the B&B Hutch Mall 8 theater
By Dan Deming
I’m not going to tell you that the just-released faith-based movie The Last Supper is among the best modern-day religious films because it isn’t. Then again, as Easter nears, it does present a dramatic and meaningful graphic reminder about Jesus’ last days and the interplay among his disciples. And it is worth seeing if you are a Christian or working your way toward being one.
One of the best overall viewpoints is a review by Joseph Holmes, a writer and podcaster. His account is titled “The Last Supper has its moments but a reminder that faith-based films need criticism.” I urge you to Google the film and find the Holmes review, which is coupled with somewhat surprisingly good audience reviews: 81 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and 81 percent on Fandango.
The movie comes from the same interests that made “God Is Not Dead” and “The Case For Christ,” both widely acclaimed among Christian audiences. Christian artist Chris Tomlin also helped put up the money. I won’t bore you with actor or director names, but most of us have never heard of any. Holmes concluded The Last Supper is “badly acted and badly written” and highlights the difficult question of whether faith-based movies should be judged by the same standards as regular Hollywood outputs.
I believe they should be given some additional tolerance, but my judging standard remains Mel Gibson’s “Passion Of The Christ,” which I still contend is the best faith film I’ve ever seen and among the best films overall.
B and B Theaters in Hutchinson is showing “Last Supper” all this week, and my conclusion is that it is worth seeing to underscore the Biblical story many of us know and try to live by. Several intense scenes mean leaving kids younger than teens at home. In early April, a three-segment film called “The Chosen” will be available and is getting good vibes. It also is about Jesus’ final days and the disciples. Also coming soon is an animated Jesus movie called “King of Kings,” which looks weird but may be perfect for youngsters.
“The Last Supper” is screening at the B&B Hutch Mall 8 theaters. Visit their website to find showtimes.
