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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 01/09/2018
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. Go to Full Review Nell Minow Common Sense Media 12/28/2010
3/5
Extremely violent, and powerful; for mature teens. Go to Full Review Jonathan Rosenbaum Chicago Reader 03/05/2008
If I were a Christian, I'd be appalled to have this primitive and pornographic bloodbath presume to speak for me. Go to Full Review Alan French Sunshine State Cineplex Apr 20
4/10
While other films about Jesus of Nazareth opted to focus on his struggles as a man of faith, Gibson focuses on the intensity of what he was forced to endure. While Gibson touches on something profoundly nihilistic, it’s ultimately a vapid experience. Go to Full Review Mark Johnson Awards Daily 06/27/2023
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. Go to Full Review Sean Axmaker Seanax.com 05/06/2023
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... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Scott S 8h Me Mom❤️ watched this movie and wow it wsuper powerful. We all love Jesus it’s such an amazing story and I feel so bad for what they done to Jesus, he died for our sins and I give this movie a 10 /10 See more Big Kushy I 6d Those who revel in sin and debase Christ will know upon their perish See more Payton M Nov 23 Heartbreakingly Beautiful. As a 17 year old girl getting closer to God this was unlike anything I've ever seen. It really spoke to me, and it was devastating to see what he had gone through. Knowing it was for a purpose even though most of us didn't deserve it. I would definitely recommend this movie. I'm forever thankful for Jesus Christ and God our Father. ❤️✝️ See more Declan D. @filmbuffkid Nov 22 This is a very hard movie to sit through, people under the age of 15 should not watch this film because they would not be able to watch the entire movie without getting nauseous, but I sat through it and it was a masterpiece and I had to pause at certain moments because of how graphic it is, and after watching the film it became one of my top 20 favorite films of all time, and it was so accurate to the scriptures of the Bible and it feels like you are in the true story of Jesus. Hail Jesus! See more Maksim S Nov 2 A Painful Slog, Not a Spiritual Epic. Mel Gibson once commanded sweeping, emotionally charged epics like Braveheart — films that balanced brutality with story, character, and heart. The Passion of the Christ, however, abandons all balance. Instead of a profound exploration of faith, sacrifice, or humanity, it becomes a nearly two‑hour meditation on suffering: relentless, graphic, and ultimately numbing. I don’t remember the acting, I don’t remember the dialogue; I remember flesh being torn, bones breaking, and the camera refusing to look away. And this comes from someone who appreciates gore in cinema — yet here, it feels strangely empty, shock for its own sake without narrative propulsion or emotional nuance. Yes, crucifixion was horrifying. We already know that. But watching it in excruciating detail for an entire runtime does not deepen understanding — it dulls it. What should have been moving becomes monotonous, and what might have been transcendent sinks into repetition. A punishing experience, not a powerful one. See more Luke S. @Pooger09 Oct 26 I love Jesus with everything that I have. That’s all I have to say. See more Read all reviews
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Mel Gibson

Director

Jim Caviezel

Jesus

Monica Bellucci

Mary Magdalene

Maia Morgenstern

Mary

Claudia Gerini

Claudia Procles, Pilate's Wife

Sergio Rubini

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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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