The Nativity According to Hollywood

The following movie clip gives audiences an idea of how modern day audiences in Hollywood see the story of the nativity. I think this particular film really strives to capture the historical aspects of the story, as well as showing the fear and danger Joseph and Mary experienced. The nativity play from the York cycle is much calmer and idealized in manner and speaking. While in reality it would have been terrifying trying to find a place for your extremely pregnant wife late at night, in the play, both Mary and Joseph are very relaxed and thankful for their situation. This shows the true purpose of morality plays; to teach the people how to feel towards their god. In particular, the nativity is an example of how one must always have faith and peace in their god.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3phgUh4l65U&feature=related

The Nativity Story. YouTube. Web. 06 Dec. 2010. <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3phgUh4l65U&feature=related>.