Evangelical Christian Publisher Association's 2008 "Christian Book of the Year"
A 20-hour, 20-CD, diverse star-studded audio Bible production of The New Testament. This multi-voiced faithful rendering of the NKJV New Testament is presented in a compelling, dramatic audio theater format.
The arresting world-class audio production immerses listeners in the dramatic reality of the Scriptures as never before. Complete with an original music score by prolific Italian composer Stefano Mainetti (" Abba Pater "), contributions by Dove Award winners Michael W. Smith and Rebecca St. James, and movie quality sound effects that are woven together with compelling narration by Michael York, the Bible comes to life for a new generation. The post-production, sound design and Foley (sound effects) are produced, engineered and mixed at Cerny American Creative in Chicago-an award-winning post-production facility ranked in the Top 3 in the nation for sound design.
Set includes 20-CDs, a Behind-the-Scenes DVD, and "The Promise," an original song written for the project by Michael W. Smith.
Cast includes: Jim Caviezel ("The Passion of the Christ, Deja vu") - Jesus Michael York ("Romeo & Juliet, Austin Powers") - Narrator Academy Award winner Richard Dreyfuss ("Mr. Holland's Opus, The Goodbye Girl") - Quotes from Moses Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei ("My Cousin Vinny, What Women Want") - Mary Magdalene Golden Globe winner Stacy Keach ("Prison Break, Hemingway") - Paul Academy Award and Golden Globe winner Lou Gossett, Jr ("An Officer and a Gentleman, Roots") - John Terence Stamp ("Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, Superman II") - Voice of God Kimberly Williams-Paisley ("According to Jim, Father of the Bride") - Mary, Mother of Jesus Golden Globe and Tony Award nominee, Lou Diamond Phillips ("La Bamba, Young Guns") - Mark John Heard ("Prison Break, Home Alone") - Matthew Ernie Hudson ("Miss Congeniality, Ghostbusters") - Peter TV Guide's "TV's 25 Greatest Teen Idols" honoree Luke Perry ("Beverly Hills 90210, Jeremiah") - Judas & Stephen John Schneider ("Smallville, Dukes of Hazzard") - James Chris McDonald ("Happy Gilmore, Quiz Show") - Luke Michael W. Smith - Cleopas Rebecca St. James - Servant Girl
