NEW resource - Acts of the Apostles - available for dubbing
Media Development & Services is ready to release the script, CESP, and dubbing shell for Acts of the Apostles, a new LUMO Scripture film.
This beautifully filmed, four-part visual adaptation brings the entire New Testament book of Acts to life, following the birth of the Church and the remarkable spread of the Gospel throughout the Roman world.
Sample Acts of the Apostles highlight video (6 minutes)
Running approximately three hours and 50 minutes, Acts of the Apostles covers all 28 chapters of Acts. Like other LUMO Scripture films, it combines beautiful cinematography, historical settings, and realistic dramatizations with the Scripture itself.
The story continues the biblical account following the resurrection and ascension of Jesus. Beginning in Jerusalem with the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the film follows the ministry of Peter, the growth of the early Church, Stephen's martyrdom, Saul's dramatic conversion, and the spread of Christianity beyond Jerusalem.
Much of the latter portion focuses on the Apostle Paul's missionary journeys, his preaching throughout the Roman world, his imprisonment and trials, and his eventual arrival in Rome.
Throughout the production, the central themes are the power of the Holy Spirit, the faithfulness of the early believers, and the unstoppable spread of the Gospel.
A Scripture Film Well Suited for Dubbing
One of the significant advantages of this production is its single-narrator format.
The version available for dubbing through MD&S features one narrator reading the biblical text throughout, rather than multiple actors speaking individual character dialogue. This makes the dubbing process considerably simpler and is particularly suitable for field teams that already have an existing translation of Acts.
The film offers an excellent resource for Scripture engagement, evangelism, discipleship, and Bible teaching. It is especially valuable for language communities seeking to make the book of Acts accessible through an audiovisual presentation.
Flexible Options for Field Teams
Although the complete production is approximately three hours and 50 minutes long, it does not have to be presented in a single viewing.
The original film is divided into four parts, and this four-part structure is available as an option for Mastering. Field teams may also choose a different segmented structure, using provided software to divide the full-length master into sections appropriate for their audiences. This flexibility allows teams to present the film over multiple viewing sessions.
Important Considerations Before Dubbing
There are several factors field teams should consider when planning a dubbing project:
Length and presentation: The full production is lengthy, so dividing it into separate viewing sessions may be helpful.
Sensitive content: The film includes scenes of persecution, imprisonment, violence, and martyrdom that may be disturbing to some viewers.
Narration timing: Translation teams will need to ensure their narrated Scripture recording is appropriately timed to the visual presentation.
Audience familiarity: Because the film covers numerous biblical characters, locations, and events, additional explanation may be helpful for audiences unfamiliar with the New Testament.
Interested in Dubbing Acts of the Apostles?
MD&S is ready to make the script, CESP, and dubbing shell available for this new LUMO production.
Anyone interested in dubbing Acts of the Apostles into their language should visit this page, and start the process by using the contact form there.
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