The Apocalypse of St John (2024)

Released: 2024-10-07 Recommended age: 10+ IMDb 6.8
The Apocalypse of St John

Movie details

  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Director: Simón Delacre, Patricio Dondo
  • Main cast: Ricardo Castro, Miguel Angel Marchessi, Héctor Hugo Larriera, Carlos Secilio
  • Country / region: Argentina
  • Original language: es
  • Premiere: 2024-10-07

Story overview

This 2024 Argentine documentary explores the apocalyptic visions described in the Book of Revelation through the perspective of Apostle John. Using visual effects and epic scenes, it presents a historical and faith-based interpretation of End Times prophecies in a cinematic format.

Parent Guide

A documentary presenting dramatic visual interpretations of biblical apocalyptic visions. While not containing explicit content, the intense subject matter and vivid depictions of destruction and divine judgment require parental guidance for younger viewers.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Moderate

Contains dramatic depictions of apocalyptic events including symbolic battles, plagues, and destruction as described in biblical prophecy. Presented through visual effects rather than realistic violence, but includes intense scenes of cosmic upheaval and divine judgment.

Scary / disturbing
Moderate

Features intense apocalyptic imagery including beasts, dragons, plagues, and scenes of destruction. The overall tone is dramatic and potentially frightening for sensitive viewers, particularly younger children unfamiliar with biblical symbolism.

Language
None

No offensive language. Dialogue consists of narration and scriptural quotations presented in Spanish with subtitles.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
None

No depiction of substance use.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Creates an intense atmosphere through dramatic visual storytelling about apocalyptic themes. The subject matter deals with cosmic destruction and divine judgment, which may provoke anxiety or strong emotional responses in sensitive viewers.

Parent tips

This documentary presents religious apocalyptic themes through dramatic visual storytelling. While not graphic, the subject matter involves intense visions of destruction and divine judgment that may be frightening or confusing for younger children. Best suited for families with pre-existing religious education who can discuss the symbolic nature of biblical prophecy.

Parent chat guide

This film provides an opportunity to discuss: 1) Different interpretations of biblical prophecy, 2) How ancient texts use symbolic language, 3) The historical context of the Book of Revelation, 4) How different faith traditions view apocalyptic literature. Emphasize that these are artistic interpretations of religious texts, not predictions of actual events.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What did you see in the movie?
  • Were there any pictures that made you feel happy or scared?
  • What do you think the movie was about?
  • What parts of the movie were most interesting to you?
  • How did the movie make you feel about the stories?
  • What questions do you have about what you saw?
  • What did you learn about the Book of Revelation from this film?
  • How do you think the filmmakers used special effects to tell the story?
  • Why do you think people have different interpretations of these biblical visions?
  • How does this documentary's interpretation compare to other interpretations you've encountered?
  • What historical context might help understand why the Book of Revelation was written?
  • How do filmmakers balance artistic interpretation with religious accuracy in documentaries like this?

Where to watch

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