Joseph

Name: Joseph
Director: Roger Young
Genre: Adventure, Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1995-01-01
Duration: 185 min
Rating: 8.2
Cast: Ben Kingsley, Paul Mercurio, Dominique Sanda, Lesley Ann Warren, Martin Landau

1995Dir. Roger Young3h 5m

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Joseph (1995) is a TV movie that takes a somewhat grand approach to a biblical story, focusing on themes of betrayal, redemption, and the complexity of family dynamics. The pacing is steady, allowing the emotional weight of Joseph's journey from favored son to slave and then to a position of power to unfold thoughtfully. Roger Young directs with a careful hand, balancing the dramatic moments with quieter introspective ones. The performances, particularly by Ben Kingsley as Potiphar and Paul Mercurio as Joseph, carry a certain gravitas that anchors the film, even when the script veers into melodrama. The practical effects and set design really evoke the ancient Egyptian backdrop, offering a tangible feel that enhances the viewing experience, even if it doesn't quite reach epic proportions.

Originally aired on NBC, part of a miniseries trend in the 90s.Filmed on location in Morocco, enhancing its authenticity.Features original music score by John Debney.Aspect ratio: 4:3, typical for TV films of the era.