Why the Nativity?

Why the Nativity?
Poster
Directed byPaul Joiner
Screenplay byPaul Joiner
Based onWhy the Nativity?: 25 Compelling Reasons We Celebrate the Birth of Jesus by David Jeremiah
Produced by
  • Weston Albert
  • Levi Dulay
  • Joseph Narducci
  • Tyler Novak
Starring
  • David Jeremiah
  • Rose Anaya
  • Logan Polson
  • Henry Mark
  • Martin Chan
  • Peter D. Michael
  • Paul L. Davis
  • Quinn Rystad
  • Todd Blakesley
  • Simone Attenni
  • Jordan Jacobo
CinematographyJohn Christian Patterson
Edited byZach Andrews
Music byDon L. Harper
Production
company
Turning Point for God
Distributed byTurning Point for God
Release date
Running time
86 minutes
CountryUnited States

Why the Nativity? is a 2022 American docudrama film written and directed by Paul Joiner and based on the book of the same name by David Jeremiah. The film stars Jeremiah, Rose Anaya, Logan Polson and Henry Mark.

Plot

David Jeremiah gives answers surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ.

Cast

  • David Jeremiah
  • Rose Anaya as Mary
  • Logan Polson as Joseph
  • Henry Mark as Weisheng
  • Martin Chan as King Yu
  • Peter D. Michael as King Roshan
  • Paul L. Davis as King Kamari
  • Quinn Rystad as Gabriel
  • Todd Blakesley as Reuben
  • Simone Attenni as Cassius
  • Jordan Jacobo as Adult Yoram
  • Robert Reznikov as Young Meshulam

Production

The movie was filmed at ten locations in Southern California. It was the largest production in San Diego County since Titanic. The set for Bethlehem was shot in Lakeside because the surrounding terrain.[1] Two locations in Ramona, California were used and owners in the area provided livestock such as camels for the film.[2][3] Larry Poole was the head wrangler.[2]

Release

The film premiered on November 18, 2022, in Los Angeles.[4] It released on November 24, 2022, and a red carpet event was held at Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. on December 2, 2022.[5]

References

  1. ^ Clark, John (2022-11-08). "Why The Nativity?". The Bottom Line, Ministries. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
  2. ^ a b Elling, Regina (2022-12-25). "Southern California camels, livestock become movie stars in 'Why the Nativity?' documentary". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
  3. ^ "WHY THE NATIVITY? LOCAL CAMELS PLAY KEY ROLES IN NEW FILM | East County Magazine". East County Magazine. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
  4. ^ St. Cyr, Sylvia (2022-11-16). "Dr. David Jeremiah releasing nativity movie in time for Christmas". CHVN-FM. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
  5. ^ Alcindor, Nicole (2022-12-07). "Filming David Jeremiah's 'Why the Nativity' helped cast grow closer to Jesus". The Christian Post. Retrieved 2023-11-12.