The greatest movie ever made..!

Plot so thin, it passes unnoticed.

Charming and brutal

Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.

I first saw this movie when I was about five I think, and I don't think I entirely understood it until now, ten years later, but at the time it was great fun and I really liked the music. I've been watching it at least once every year since and it has never gotten old. When I was younger I liked it almost solely for the "Peanut-Butter and Jelly" line and the music.Quite possibly the funniest thing about the show is the names of the disciples- Jud being a good example. Simon "Rock" Johnson, and, of course, Simon the Rebel being other ones.Now that I'm a little older, I realize that the show is not only laughs, though. At the same time as the excellent music and jokes, you have a story with heart and soul behind it. There is incredible depth to the characters and the songs are deep and emotional. Tom Key's portrayal of the "Lynching" is deeply sobering after the humorous and light-hearted first act and most of the second.In general, a great show, incredible acting, singing, instrument playing.10/10

Great video record of a great musical. Tom Key and the bluegrass backing band are great in this video recording of a 1985 performance. Key is an energetic and versatile performer who plays the narrator (Matthew) as well as many various roles. The songs are catchy, funny, and even emotionally moving at times. These are some of the best and last songs written by the late Harry Chapin. They'll get stuck in your head. CPG is enjoyable regardless of your religious beliefs. If you're not Christian, don't let the subject matter scare you away, the show is not preachy. It's a funny and satisfying Southern translation of a great story whether you view it as the gospel or history. Some ultra-conservatives might find it offensive however. The show's not afraid to poke fun at some sacred cows. I wish it was available on DVD.

Possible Spoilers: This is a magnificent play about Jesus. currently I am doing it in my highshcool fall production. it is awesome and it has a good energetic feel to it. What makes it so unique is that you see the events in Jesus life unfold in GEORGIA!!! no Isreal, but Geogia! Before you start assuming this is sacrilegious, let me comfort you in saying its not. the setting was changed so that it is fresh and unique, but it takes the story seriously. its funny but never blasphemous. the biggest changes are in the setting, Jesus is born in gainsville, grows up in Mexico and dies in atlanta!!! the songs contribute most of the charm, and it opens with a bang with the song "somethings brewing in Gainsville." its a great musical piece that the whole family can enjoy.

This is a fun show that tells the "Greatest Story Ever Told" set to bluegrass music. Tom Key does an excellent job of depicting many Gospel characters. Jesus is born in Gainsville, GA. and he and his band of followers end up going to the "Convention" in Atlanta. The music was written by Harry Chapin right before his death. You will want to share this with your friends.