Twist: digging into the parables of Jesus

Twist is a film competition with a difference.

Dig into the parables of Jesus and then create a modern-day movie to show the world.

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Read about it

Learn about the parables of Jesus through the interactive sessions on the Twist DVD. You will discover how to both understand and apply these stories in today's world.

Make a movie

Put your own twist on a parable by making your own film. Be as creative and innovative as possible! Check out the details and judging criteria here. There are also some samples to get your brain ticking.

Show the world

Submit your movie to Twist and see it alongside other entries. Rate your favourite videos and share them with your friends!

BTY Presents: Twist

Challenge your thinking, and then challenge others.

Jesus told stories to challenge people to think differently. About God. And about how He interacts with us. These stories are known as parables.

The parables were often shocking to the people who heard them as the meanings held a real twist compared to their accepted beliefs. The Twist DVD unpacks some of Jesus’ parables to allow viewers to better understand what Jesus was getting at, and to be able to share the heart of those stories in a modern context.

You’ll look at things such as:

  • How and why stories engage us, and why Jesus used them so much
  • Exploring some of the cultural and theological context of Jesus’ time.
  • Understanding the concept of kingdom, and how God’s kingdom is portrayed in Jesus’ parables.
  • Exploring how electronic media shapes and influences us, and how we might present a parable in a 21st century context without losing the heart of Jesus’ message.

More about Twist, including video and PDF samples »

Twist DVD box and sample pages

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