Hero: The Rock Opera [DVD]

The Gospel demands we loose our prejudice. Unfortunately we are a culture predominately geared to our personal preferences. Also unfortunately, most of us are too liberal with theology and too strict with methodology. Fortunately, the creators of Hero reverse the trend and remain orthodox in the theological message (the Gospel) while creating a fresh, contemporary, relatable context to help us in a 21st century see the life and purpose and accomplishment of Christ! Obviously, there must be altered elements in a 2 hour opera for the Gospel accounts to carry over to the contemporary culture but all the alterations were prayerfully, wisely, and effectively achieved. Those familiar with the NT will easily see the events that are presented in Hero are directly taken from the Gospel accounts. I'm a pastor and my particular fellowship would likely not prefer a rap/rock genre but I offer my highest recommendation to whoever will give it a chance. I am not a rap fan but rather love rock, folk, and blues primarily. The rock opera provides different genres of music for all to appreciate. It was no problem for me (one who dislikes rap) to hear the several rap ditties because the message and purpose are so much greater than one's personal preference. I've only seen it twice but I've already started to enjoy the rap stuff too. When it comes to the Gospel - style is trumped by substance and Hero has substance.

To the seller I thank you for sending a case to replace the 1 that was a bit damaged just to the case as you fixed the problem which Idid jus got it and I thank you. Now for the review the product that I ordered did come in a reasonable amount of time frame which the D.V.D. played excellant with no problems whatsoever so this is why I gave you 5 stars and also with the fixing of the minor issues with the case otherwise keep up with the great work you do and if you happen to find another copy of the same D.V.D. please send me a E-mail so I can buy as a gift. May you be blessed in all that you do as a company signed C.J.

I absolutely love this DVD!It was very well put together and very well thought out.The dancing and the choreography were amazing!Michael Tate who plays Hero did an amazing job of portraying the part.Not only is Tate an awesome singer, but also a wonderful actor as well. Watching this DVD really gave me so much to think about.It is a DVD that helps you to see that even though the birth and death of Jesus happened over 2,000 years ago, it is just as relevent and real now as it was then.It is a story that really happened but is put together in such a way that we, the youth of today, are able to relate to it and understand it better!I would recomend this video to anyone and everyone.

I picked up the double CD set of music years ago (for half price) and gave it a listen or two. I thought a couple of the tunes had potential, but not much else. However, I found myself listening to it more and more over the years and falling in love with ALL of the music. I tried to imagine what the stage production must have been like and kept thinking maybe it would come back and I could see it. I also wondered if I would even like the stage production; I loved the music so much and I wasn't sure the production would measure up... but this stage production blew away my expectations! Yes!

I love that the movie puts the story of Christ and His miracles in a modern day perspective I actually owned this when it first came out but lost it when i moved so this is my second 2 disc copy

I got to see this live several years ago and was always trying tell people how cool it was. I regretted not buying the DVD when it was first out. When I saw this on Amazon ... I snagged it quick!The music is so well written and fun, moody, and atmospheric. Maybe not the greatest actors ever, but it's not about the actors, it's about the story and the music. I really like both.

I had the soundtrack to this for the longest time but the movie was really scratched so I wanted to get another one. This was great and I love all the singing and it wasn't scratched so it played great.

This is an awesome musical/rock opera. Michael Tait is fantastic and the supporting cast is phenomenal. Well worth watching over and over.