Top 10 Documentaries on Christianity

Description: This epic documentary series covers the first 22 chapters of Genesis, offering a visual interpretation of the creation story, the flood, and the Tower of Babel. It's a cinematic journey through the foundational narratives of Christianity.

Fact: Directed by John Huston, who also provides the voice of God, this film was one of the first to use the newly developed 70mm Todd-AO process for its grandeur.

Description: Mel Gibson's controversial yet powerful depiction of the last 12 hours in the life of Jesus Christ, focusing on his suffering and crucifixion. It's a visceral and emotional exploration of the crucifixion narrative.

Fact: The film was shot in Aramaic, Latin, and Hebrew, with subtitles, to provide authenticity to the time period.

Description: A documentary that delves into the world of evangelical Christian summer camps, where children are trained to become dedicated Christian soldiers in America's political battles.

Fact: The film won the Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival.

Description: Focusing on the events leading up to the birth of Jesus, this film offers a detailed and reverent portrayal of Mary and Joseph's journey, emphasizing the human aspects of the divine story.

Fact: Keisha Castle-Hughes, who played Mary, was nominated for an Academy Award for her role in "Whale Rider" before starring in this film.

Description: This film follows the journey of Lee Strobel, an award-winning journalist, as he investigates the historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It's a compelling narrative that blends personal story with scholarly research.

Fact: The film is based on the best-selling book by Lee Strobel, who was an atheist before his investigation led him to Christianity.

Description: This miniseries covers the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation, offering a sweeping overview of biblical history, including key events in the life of Jesus.

Fact: It was produced by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, who also created "A.D. The Bible Continues."

Description: This film is a word-for-word adaptation of the Gospel of John from the New Testament, providing a direct and unaltered look at one of the four canonical gospels.

Fact: It was filmed in Toronto, Canada, and uses the New International Version of the Bible for its script.

Description: Following the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, this series explores the early days of the Christian church, focusing on the apostles' struggles and the spread of Christianity.

Fact: The series was produced by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett, who also brought us "The Bible" miniseries.

Description: While not strictly a documentary, this film tells the story of an actor who pretends to be a Christian to land a role in a church's Easter play, leading to a genuine spiritual awakening.

Fact: The film was produced by Vertical Church Films, a division of Harvest Bible Chapel, known for its focus on faith-based content.

Description: A dramatized version of the life of Jesus Christ, this film has been translated into over 1,000 languages, making it one of the most widely distributed films in history. It provides a straightforward narrative of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.

Fact: The film has been used extensively for evangelistic purposes, with millions of people worldwide having seen it.