Fans who saw the new Netflix film Mary, based on the biblical figure of the same name, have questioned the creative liberties the movie took while telling the story. Recently, Noa Cohen, the lead actress,

When it comes to Christmas films, many people might picture fairy tales or romantic comedies, but Netflix is now taking a more literal approach with "Mary," a biblical drama centred on the birth of Jesus.

Netflix's new biblical film "Mary" is finally streaming. Dive into the action-packed ending of "Mary," including what happens to Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, and King Herod.

Vatican City • Catholic Hollywood director D.J. Caruso (“Disturbia”) set out to tell the story of Mary as seen through her own eyes in a new film available this week on Netflix. “You may think you know my story,” Mary tells viewers at the start of the film. “Trust me, you don’t.”

Despite its sincere tribute to Mary’s story, the film falters with over-the-top drama and underdeveloped characters, making it a mixed holiday offering.