Exodus

Exodus is yet another 21st century Biblical adaptation. Like the Western, Bible stories depict a specific time period, but they are constantly being adapted to mirror the thoughts and concerns of the era. Stagecoach vs. Unforgiven. The 10 Commandments vs. Exodus. In Ridley Scott's adaptation, Moses is kind of an acekicker. He's a warrior and general who is banished, gets hit on the head, and starts talking to God. God is represented by an angry little boy whose tantrums embody the 10 plagues of Egypt. Moses argues with God, but ultimately listens and abides. I guess that's us now.