The story of Jesus is told through ground-breaking model animation from S4C in Wales, produced in the studios in Moscow which made many of the animated Shakespeare's Tales.

The film portrays the humanity of Jesus' life, and the involvement of Tamar, Jairus' daughter, gives a strong children's perspective on the story.

Both film and book have been approved by various theological experts including the Right Reverend Lord Habgood, Archbishop of York, and the voices of the characters are provided by a star-studded cast including:
Ralph Fiennes - Jesus
Ian Holm - Pilate
Miranda Richardson - Mary Magdalene
William Hurt - Jairus
Julie Christie - Rachel (Jairus' wife)
David Thewlis - Judas
Ken Stott - Simon Peter
Antony Sher - Ben Azra
Richard E Grant - John the Baptist.
The music is composed by Anne Dudley, Oscar winner for The Full Monty soundtrack.