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Joseph
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3hrs 5min
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1995
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Turner Home Entertainment
Synopsis: This television miniseries recounts the biblical story of Joseph, the 11th son of the Hebrew patriarch, Jacob. Joseph (Paul Mercurio) has an extraordinary gift: the ability to interpret dreams. He also enjoys the special favor of his father. One day, Jacob (Martin Landau) presents his son a splendid coat as evidence of his deep affection for him. Envious, his brothers sell Joseph into bondage to an Egyptian. But Joseph eventually rises out of slavery after he interprets a troublesome dream of Pharaoh ... Full Synopsis
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This 1995 television adaptation of the Old Testament story of Joseph is surely among the finest productions ever made about the Book of Genesis. Skillfully blending forceful acting, strong character development, beautiful cinematography, and a script that pays meticulous attention to the biblical account, the production re-creates this famous story of enmity, suffering, and triumphal love in a way ... Full Review
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