Actress Says Her 'Epic' New Movie About Jesus Christ 'Will Touch the Lives of Millions

Famed TV producer Mark Burnett and actress Roma Downey stunned audiences last year with "The Bible," a popular History Channel miniseries that brought scenes from the holy text to life. Now, one year after the record-breaking show's release, the husband-and-wife duo is set to bring Jesus to the big screen with "Son of God."

The movie covers Christ's life "from his humble birth through his teachings, crucifixion and ultimate resurrection," according to an official description. While the film is meant to entertain, Downey told TheBlaze she's also hoping "Son of God" has a monumental spiritual impact, too.

"We hope audiences leave theaters feeling they know Jesus more and also that they are reminded of how deeply he loved us," she said. "This is a big, epic sweeping film -- an exciting movie and sometimes a tense movie with intense drama and real danger."

Watch the "Son of God" trailer below:

Downey said viewers will travel on "an intimate journey with Jesus" as his life -- and death -- are depicted in detail. From start to finish, Jesus, played by Portuguese actor Diogo Morgado, is shown as caring, prolific and in-tune with the masses and individuals he encountered throughout his ministry.

From his journey with the apostles to the events that led to his crucifixion, the film is character-driven in its quest to bring central portions of the New Testament to life.

"At the end you feel incredibly humbled and loved -- reminded that we are all children of God," Downey promised.

The jump from television to feature film wasn't entirely unanticipated for Burnett and Downey, who said the two knew that the Jesus footage they filmed during the making of "The Bible" was special. In fact, additional scenes were captured in anticipation of a big screen project.

While "Son of God" doesn't head to theaters until Feb. 28, feedback based on pre-screening events has left Downey more than encouraged.

"We have felt support across all denominations ... businesses are buying out whole theaters and donating the seats to churches, encouraging folks to come opening weekend and to bring a friend and to bring the whole family," she said. "We believe this message of hope and love will touch the lives of millions."

Downey also shared details about working so closely with her husband -- something some couples might find difficult.

"It has been a joy working together as husband and wife. Most couples can't even work on the yard together," she said. "This journey together has deepened our faith, our friendship and our marriage."

She quipped, "It has been a blessing and -- the good news is we are still speaking to each other."

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