Joseph: King of Dreams

Joseph: King of Dreams

Year: 2000

Runtime: 74 mins

Language: English

Directors: Robert C. Ramirez, Rob LaDuca

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In this animated retelling of the Genesis account, Joseph is gifted with the ability to interpret dreams and wears a brilliantly colored coat that sparks intense jealousy among his brothers, setting off a family conflict that drives the story forward. The film’s animation brings the ancient tale to life, highlighting destiny, betrayal and hope.

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1

Joseph's birth and favored status

Joseph is born the 'miracle child' and is given special treatment by his parents. His status arouses jealousy among his eleven brothers, setting the stage for future conflicts.

Early life in Canaan Canaan
2

First dream of the wolves

Joseph shares a dream in which a pack of wolves attacks the family’s flock. The dream is interpreted as a sign of power, but his brothers dismiss it as a coincidence.

Childhood Canaan
3

Second dream of bowing before him

Joseph relates another dream where his brothers and their parents bow to him. The family is unsettled as the implication is that Joseph will hold authority over them.

Childhood Canaan
4

Brothers sell Joseph; torn coat misleads their parents

Led by jealousy, the brothers sell Joseph to a slave trader and return with his torn coat to their parents, claiming a wolf killed him. Jacob and Rachel are deceived and mourn the loss of Joseph.

After dreams Canaan
5

Joseph arrives in Egypt and enters Potiphar's service

In Egypt, Joseph is bought by Potiphar, a captain of the guard, and quickly proves to be capable and trusted. He also develops affection for Potiphar's niece Asenath.

Early days in Egypt Egypt
6

Potiphar's wife accuses Joseph and imprisonment begins

Potiphar's wife Zuleika accuses Joseph of attempted rape after he resists her advances. Though Joseph is innocent, Potiphar has him imprisoned to save face.

Early days in Egypt Egypt
7

Prison dreams: butler and baker

While in prison, Joseph interprets the dreams of the Pharaoh's butler and baker. His interpretations prove accurate, foreshadowing the butler's restoration and the baker's execution.

In prison Egypt
8

Pharaoh's court summons Joseph after the butler's memory

The butler remembers Joseph's gift and informs Pharaoh of his ability to interpret dreams. Potiphar apologizes to Joseph for imprisoning him, and Joseph forgives him as he is brought to interpret Pharaoh's dreams.

Pharaoh's court; after butler's memory Egypt
9

Interpretation of dreams; rise to power as Zaphnath-Paaneah

Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams as seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. He advises storing a fifth of each year's harvest and is appointed minister and second-in-command, under the name Zaphnath-Paaneah.

During the dream years Egypt
10

Marriage to Asenath and birth of two sons

During the famine years, Joseph marries Asenath and has two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim, solidifying his integration into Egyptian life.

Mid-famine years Egypt
11

Famine persists; Joseph stores grain and aids neighbors

Joseph's planning and leadership save Egyptians and neighboring peoples from starvation. He oversees granaries and rationing to prevent famine.

During seven years of famine Egypt
12

Brothers travel to Egypt; Simeon imprisoned

Joseph's brothers come to buy grain, not recognizing him. He imprisons Simeon until they can prove their story by bringing Benjamin.

During famine Egypt
13

Benjamin's test and Judah's confession

Joseph tests his brothers by placing his golden chalice in Benjamin's sack and threatening punishment. Judah confesses their past wrongs—selling Joseph—revealing their sincere desire to protect their father.

During their visit Egypt
14

Joseph reveals himself; reconciliation

Overwhelmed, Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers and forgives them. The brothers and their families are reconciled, marking a turning point for their family's fate.

Reunion in Egypt Egypt
15

Jacob reunites; Hebrews invited to live in Egypt

Joseph invites his family to settle in Egypt, reuniting with Jacob and his kin. The film ends with the Hebrews entering Egypt, unaware of the hardships ahead.

End of film Egypt

Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 16:36

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