By Jonathan Block Scroll down to see epic trailer Positive early buzz surrounding the much anticipated Bible epic 'Noah' starring Russell Crowe could mean huge crowds — and box office receipts — once the film opens to wide release on Friday. Although artistic liberties are taken, the movie, which had a reported budget of $130 million, tells the story of Noah, made famous in the Bible after God commanded him to build an ark prior to a giant flood that would destroy the earth. The film also stars Anthony Hopkins, Jennifer Connelly and Emma Watson. With 11 reviews posted, 'Noah' has a 73% fresh rating on the popular film reviews site rottentomatoes.com, with 8 reviews being positive.
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Bible epic, which cost $125 million to make, opens on Friday in the U.S.
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Noah also starts Anthony Hopkins, Jennifer Connelly and Emma Watson
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One reviewer called film 'magnificent' and 'truly epic'
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Noah directed by Darren Aronofsky, who also directed the blockbuster 'Black Swan'
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