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Read and Share DVD Bible

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K-Gr 2—This set includes 52 animated three-minute Bible stories. The tales on the first disc are chronologically arranged from Creation to Pentecost, and feature different characters from the Bible, such as Joseph, Moses, and John. The second DVD begins with the Promised Land and continues to Peter's imprisonment; the final episode discusses Afterlife. Samson and Delilah, Jesus, and Paul are among the biblical characters presented. The short episodes are perfect for the attention span of young children and give instructors the flexibility to pick and choose among the tales as time permits. The stories are scripturally accurate yet told in easily understandable language. The narration alternates between a male and a female, and the simple animation features vivid colors. Soft instrumental music adds to the dramatic effects. A useful and entertaining supplement to Bible readings at home and for religious instruction at school.—Cynthia Grabke, Coakley Middle School, Norwood, MA
In this beautiful, heartrending, yet horrifying film, North Koreans tell their stories of imprisonment, sexual slavery, torture, murder, and escape to China or South Korea during the nearly 50-year regime of Kim Il Sung (1912—94). The interviews are illustrated through the interspersion of dance sequences, archival news footage, and drawings. Particularly interesting are the North Korean propaganda films celebrating Kim Il Sung as God and showing in the face of mass starvation happy workers, elaborate military displays, and the creation of a new flower in 1988 in honor of the 46th birthday of Kim's son and successor, Kim Jong Il. A valuable time line traces 20th-century events in Korea. Bonus features include previously unreleased footage of camp refugees. This mesmerizing film displays excellent production values and is highly recommended for Asia collections.—Kitty Chen Dean, formerly with Nassau Community Coll., Garden City, NY
Reviewed by Kitty Chen Dean , Feb 01, 2011

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