Essay Passion of the Christ

On February 25th (Ash Wednesday) 2004, Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ film was released. The film is based on Jesus’ arrest, trial, and execution according to the four Gospels. Most of the film is historically accurate, although there are some fictional events too. The film became the highest grossing non-English language film of all time and it was named the most controversial film of all time. Critics claimed the film was historically inaccurate due to the way the film portrayed Pontius Pilate, along with the use of excessive violence, anti-Semitic content, and the use of additional material.

I will admit that I will probably see this motion picture due to the historical importance of it and the strong cast but if I were to decide solely based just on the trailer I would not view the movie. This trailer barely makes me want to see the movie because it gives away such little plot. The best way for a trailer to make audiences want to see the movie is to show a specific amount of plot that does not reveal too much but just enough and also boasts some of the well made shots or music in the actual film. Showing the consumer a really unique shot or special camera technique will excite them and make the viewer want more. This trailer gives the audience and exciting gradual editing sequence but it is nothing we have not seen before. This movie is completely unique from all other movies because of the story it’s based on but the trailer does not make it stand out like it

The story of the crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth has been one of the most analyzed narratives in human history. From ancient philosophers to contemporary thinkers, many have attempted to formally establish a chronological and logical account of the events that led to the death of the son of God. Two of Jesus’ disciples, John and Matthew, offer similar first-person delineations of the events surrounding this historical occurrence. Nevertheless, there are critical differences between both accounts, especially regarding the way that the populace interacted with Jesus.

I would have liked to see the film develop the crusader side a bit more, as honestly Balian seems like one of the few complete characters. Some of the others definitely could have used more fleshing out. Entertainment wise though, Kingdom of Heaven is a good film, particularly if you’re looking for something with lots of action and that is visually

These include Christ, church, scripture, nature, art conscience, reason, experience, collective experience, saints and prayer” (Personal God, slide 4). This is reflected through sacrificing his own blood in order to redeem humanity as said in *insert scripture about redeeming humanity*. This is seen in Metsu’s artwork using a chalice to catch the blood dripping off of Jesus’ nailed hands and feet which can be clearly taken in by the audience. For some to understand the Mystery of God it only takes an artwork for people to think about their relationship with God as for ‘Crucifixion’ it takes one mind to comprehend what Jesus sacrificed for us and to see him as ‘one of us’.

Religion has taken this story quite literally and created a gruesome Mel Gibson movie, Passion of the Christ. I was a Christian when I first watched the film. I cried during the slashing and whipping of Jesus. That's only because I'm a very emotional being. Now that spiritually mature, I'm able to take this story and give it a much deeper meaning. Most of this related to nature and science. The proof of Jesus is right in front of us everyday and every year -- it happens in cycles. Let's think about it and take the time to embrace nature.

The movie wasn`t that good because setting was not good, it must happen in Rome. Setting change the viewer might don`t know when will this happen. Acting was little bad to me and to others like baby. I saw this movie and it was cruel. It was cruel for many ways. First, they cut their head, to me it was barbarous. Second, were they put the sword inside their stomach. It was little cruel. It has 18+ in the middle of the film. To me and people who are pure will don`t like it.

Mel Gibson's movie, The Passion of Christ, is a film based on the final hours of Jesus' life. After watching the film it can be concluded that there is an unambiguous portrayal of Jews being responsible for Jesus’ death. There is no question throughout the film about who is responsible for the crucifixion because of the nasty portrayal of the Jewish people and Roman soldiers. At every opportunity, Gibson's reinforces the notion that the Jewish high priest and the Jewish followers are the ones ultimately responsible for the Crucifixion through the language and wording used and the constant display of their hatful actions towards Jesus, for those reasons the film is anti-Jewish.

The first time we get an account of his passion and death is in Mark’s gospel. He reports a number of accusations of Jesus. The high priest accused him of blasphemy claiming to be the “Messiah, the son of the Blessed one” (Mark 14:62). Others mock him saying “prophesy”(Mark 14:65). which was implying him claiming to be a prophet. The crucifix was quite a shattering event for the disciples. It is said many of them fled Jerusalem fearful of their own lives. Many of the Easter stories suggest a Galilean setting for their appearances. Despite the resurrection event restoring the shattered faith of people and brought them back together the manner in which Jesus died on the cross still remained a shock. Crucifixion was a capital punishment for slaves,

However, I must credit them for being a lot closer in their casting of Jesus than other Jesus films I have seen. That said his hair and other features do fit the image I have had of how Jesus may have looked like. He is depicted as being friendly and with an outgoing character. He appears to be in his early thirties and seems to be in control of the situation. This is particularly emphasized in how he outwits the Pharisees when they try to trap him. His humanity is greatly highlighted when Judas betrays him and the emotion he portrays helps us connect with how we would feel if a close friend betrayed us. We also see his humanity when he carries the cross on his way to the crucifixion and the pain that he endures. His divinity is also highlighted in the miracles that he performs. In connection with the other characters, it’s interesting to note the prominence given to Mary Magdelene throughout the film. In the Bible she was with Jesus and his disciples frequently but in the movie she seems to be almost like one of the twelve disciples. This makes one wonder if the writers of the film may have wanted to subtly highlight the role that women played in the ministry of Jesus. Pontius Pilate is revealed as a man who takes pride in who he is but also not very confident about his position. He therefore seeks to please his superiors while trying to maintain order

The idea of pushing the notion of Jesus being a willing sacrifice even further can be seen in the crosses actions once he embodies the persona of Christ in which he simply states that he will receive all of the pain and insults without injuring them in an act of retaliation but by just accepting it. But as the insults and pain is inflicted we are not given Christ’s interpretation, but rather the perspective of the Cross. The Cross in a sense acts as a catalyst for the anguish of Christ. This methodology reflects that of an evangelist as examined in the commentary of the Anchor Bible of Matthew, “The evangelists say almost nothing of the physical sufferings of Jesus. Their interests are wholly centered on the way in which this physical act of crucifixion was used by God to inaugurate the Kingdom and the New Covenant.” (Albright and Mann 353.) The commentary here speaks entirely true to the actions and voice of the Cross in the end of the poem and highlights the fact that the Cross defines Christ’s death as a great victory. The cataclysmic events that followed Christ’s death echoes that of Matthews, “51 At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split 52 and the

Other than Jesus being tortured and nailed to the cross, most of the disablility went on behind the scenes with the actors. Most performing artists comprehend the perils in going up against parts that require scenes with unnecessary viciousness or unsafe tricks, yet in The Passion of the Christ, a significant number of these

The film is beautifully arranged unlike any other film about Jesus’ life. When the director, Mel Gibson, set about to put together this movie, he did it with the intention of showing you, to the best of his ability, about Jesus’ death. Many films focus on the miracles, the life, the ministry, and many other things.

Anytime a movie is written and directed about Jesus Christ there is bound to be a high amount of controversy surrounding the correctness within the movie. The Passion of the Christ, directed by Mel Gibson, is a perfect example of the controversial issues that arise when a biblical movie is viewed. Each individual that views this film will have varying differences of opinions. Some have thought the movie is a fantastic replay of the death of Jesus Christ by crucifixion. While others have found every detail to be arguable because of the harsh violence or that it does not follow exactly as told in the bible. Even though the movie is controversial and may or may not have complete accuracy throughout the movie, it gives the movie goer a violent but passionate view of what Jesus Christ endured during the last twelve hours of his life.

The most affected and visual image is when someone receives crucifixion on to the cross. Yes, here I am talking about the story of Jesus Christ facing the crucifixion. In the dramatic movie, Son of God, the spectator watches the crucifixion of Jesus. The movie focuses on the narration of Jesus Christ from birth, life, sacrificial death, resurrection and the ascension. Hollywood emphasizes the death of the Jesus scene when the Roman soldier flogged Jesus and carried the cross up onto the “skull” to be crucified. Jesus hung on the cross nailed and suffered a humiliating death. This film was a blockbuster and it played in many movie theaters around the United States and the world. Thus, many people saw the crucifixion of Jesus on the big screen. The scene of Jesus taking the cross reveals the sacrificial and scandalous love to the audience. While the audience witnesses this atrocity, we also can witness and understand the humility of Jesus Christ.