

359: Dallas Jenkins — Humanity and Historicity (Bonus Episode)
Sep 25, 2023
Filmmaker and director Dallas Jenkins discusses the impact and success of The Chosen, the importance of staying connected to real people, and the behind-the-scenes details and historical accuracy in their Bible study series. They also explore the impact of Jesus reciting the Beatitudes and the development of characters in biblical texts. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding historical context and delves into the historical messiness and freedom of exploration in creating a more authentic portrayal of events.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Impact of an Unexpected Success
03:03 • 6min
Behind-the-Scenes Costume Details and Historical Accuracy
09:20 • 12min
The Design and Impact of Jesus Reciting the Beatitudes
20:53 • 6min
Developing Characters in Biblical Texts
26:48 • 21min
Importance of Understanding Historical Context
47:51 • 13min
The Historical Messiness and Freedom of Exploration
01:00:24 • 18min