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The Passion of the Christ

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In this version of Christ's crucifixion, based on the New Testament, Judas expedites the downfall of Jesus (Jim Caviezel) by handing him over to the Roman Empire's handpicked officials. To the horror of his mother, Mary (Maia Morgenstern), Magdalen (Monica Bellucci), whom he saved from damnation, and his disciples, Jesus is condemned to death. He is tortured as he drags a crucifix to nearby Calvary, where he is nailed to the cross. He dies, but not before a last act of grace.
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Director Mel Gibson's zeal is unmistakable, but The Passion of the Christ will leave many viewers emotionally drained rather than spiritually uplifted.

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Will Self London Evening Standard If I believed in life eternal with access to a heavenly multiplex I still wouldn't advise you to see this film, but, as things stand, if thou goest anywhere this week, be it to see an honest piece of graven imagery, not this religiose rubbish. Jan 9, 2018 Full Review Nell Minow Common Sense Media Extremely violent, and powerful; for mature teens. Rated: 3/5 Dec 28, 2010 Full Review Jonathan Rosenbaum Chicago Reader If I were a Christian, I'd be appalled to have this primitive and pornographic bloodbath presume to speak for me. Mar 5, 2008 Full Review Mark Johnson Awards Daily While the scenes we are witnessing are graphic and difficult to watch, there’s no denying the immersive experience that Passion brought to the screen. It’s as valid and visceral as any biblical story that’s ever been captured on film. Jun 27, 2023 Full Review Sean Axmaker Seanax.com It is perhaps testament to the material that the film can be read both as a literal illustration of the story of Christ’s suffering at the hands of the Romans... an anti-authoritarian tract that questions the very assumptions of guilt and blame... May 6, 2023 Full Review Rob Gonsalves Rob's Movie Vault Gibson has made a strange experimental film that he offers as an act of faith, but which seems more like an act of directorial hubris. Rated: D Sep 19, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Alexander S The Passion of the Christ is Mel Gibson’s most intense portrayal of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion. It depicts his immense suffering in a way that can be excruciating for religious followers, rather than being a gentle reminder of Christ’s sacrifice for our sins. Grading: B- Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/17/25 Full Review Drew M It's the greatest movie of all time. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/17/25 Full Review Lucy C Absolutely a must see! Hard scenes but that’s nothing compared to what the Bible tells us. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/16/25 Full Review Lucas G Esse filme é simplesmente uma obra-prima. E sim, você pode ser o "ateuzinho meia boca" que for, a pessoa Jesus e tudo que ele passou foi comprovado historicamente pela arqueologia. E para os "cristãos meia boca" que romantiza a paixão de cristo comprovadamente ele passou momentos PIORES que o filme retrata. O problema é que o ser humano pra fugir da realidade tenta esconder a verdade. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/12/25 Full Review thiago s Filme bacana, o roteiro é bacaninha, gostei de como foi mostrado a realidade de Jesus, do momento que judas trai ele até o momento da sua morte, o filme também mostra jesus carregando a cruz e sendo chicoteado pelos soldados, outros coisas pesadas que fizeram com Jesus. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 01/30/25 Full Review Carlos R me gusto la película aunque sea muy violenta para los cristales de hoy en dia, hoy en dia ya casi ni se ve peliculas cristianas o catolicas pero es muy bella . Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/26/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In this version of Christ's crucifixion, based on the New Testament, Judas expedites the downfall of Jesus (Jim Caviezel) by handing him over to the Roman Empire's handpicked officials. To the horror of his mother, Mary (Maia Morgenstern), Magdalen (Monica Bellucci), whom he saved from damnation, and his disciples, Jesus is condemned to death. He is tortured as he drags a crucifix to nearby Calvary, where he is nailed to the cross. He dies, but not before a last act of grace.
Director
Mel Gibson
Producer
Bruce Davey, Mel Gibson, Stephen McEveety
Screenwriter
Benedict Fitzgerald, Mel Gibson
Distributor
Newmarket Film Group
Production Co
Icon Entertainment International
Rating
R
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Aramaic
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 25, 2004, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$371.4M
Runtime
2h 6m
Sound Mix
DTS, SDDS, Dolby SRD, Surround
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1
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