The Passion of Christ
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Nickel
curiouser and curiouser
On that same note, I'd like to know where people are getting the impression that the crucifixion of Jesus was a cakewalk. I've seen the movie, and I knew what I was getting myself into beforehand, because every newscast, interview, or article I've seen about it has explained that this is an extremely violent movie. It's made that way for a reason-to cause an impact that reaches into your soul. For thousands of years, it's been romanticized, and I don't think people really understand how horrific this event was. In my opinion it's about time someone made this movie. If people have a problem with it, they should just not go see it, because at the end of the day, it's just a movie, and what you make of it is up to you.
Tonio
Asperger's Poster Child
Mel isn't to blame for this incident, of course. Any controversy seems to bring out the attention-seekers...
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Nickel
curiouser and curiouser
I don't understand how people can be that cruel...Christ was put on this Earth to die, as a sacrifice for the sins of mankind. The fact that he died at the hands of the Romans and Jews is just a technicality. The bottom line is that he was born to die, and regardless of who killed him, it was destined to happen.
Penn
Dancing Up A Storm
That's about what Steve said on the Fox Morning News show; that it was brutally violent, but with outstanding acting, and the cinematography was lucious, a really well made movie.BTW, I have not seen the movie yet, but have only seen the trailers so far, and the "making of the movie", however, I think the person portraying Satan was played by a woman.
I agree with Christy, I'll let all the furor die down for a few weeks before I go to see it - and I really hope there aren't any 5 year olds around yelling - "Dad, that is so cool", during the actual crucifixion scene.
Nickel
curiouser and curiouser
It was, without a doubt, the most beautiful film I have ever seen. Cinematic genius. It's a shame that some people won't see it solely based on the subject matter. I got to go to a pre-screening with people from church, so I didn't have to deal with children, or any talking at all. Complete silence through the entire movie, except for the occasional sobbing, and not a dry eye in the room (men included).
Tonio
Asperger's Poster Child
willie
Well-Known Member
You may be right. It definitely had the evil look. No offense PFGal
It did amaze me that some parents, after seeing the show, were going to bring their children to see it.
I am about as religious as a young child that has not figured it all out yet and it affected me about like a chainsaw murder flick would. The three relatives that saw it with me are very religious and it affected them in a profound way that was a bit difficult for me to understand but that's life.
Nickel
curiouser and curiouser
From my understanding, the person that is "Satan", the baby, and the children that attack Judas represent evil, and reinforce that it is found in all forms...that is why Satan is androgynous-he/she has female characteristics and is played by a woman, yet has a man's voice.
I wondered the same thing. That *baby*, or whatever it was, freaked me out! WTF was it?!?! :shrug:
JabbaJawz
Be about it
We saw the movie last night at Arundel Mills with my Mom and Grandmother. There was actually plenty of room in our theater, even though the line to get in there was VERY LONG. We'e pre-purshased our tix, so that was easy, but they have the movies running so close together that you basically line up at the door of your theater to wait for them to allow entrance.
I LOVED it. Absolutely loved it. Definitely a very emotional movie, but I certainly wasn't sobbing or bawling during any of it. Just teary eyed during some scenes. Definitely graphic, but that's what I expected. I just think it was awesome in general. My Mother isn't sure what she thinks of it, and left feeling emotionally drained. Husband didn't know as much about the story as we did (I remembered quite a bit from my 9 years of schooling) so I explained some of the confusing parts to him as we went along. My grandmother, husband, and myself all really enjoyed it.
I LOVED it. Absolutely loved it. Definitely a very emotional movie, but I certainly wasn't sobbing or bawling during any of it. Just teary eyed during some scenes. Definitely graphic, but that's what I expected. I just think it was awesome in general. My Mother isn't sure what she thinks of it, and left feeling emotionally drained. Husband didn't know as much about the story as we did (I remembered quite a bit from my 9 years of schooling) so I explained some of the confusing parts to him as we went along. My grandmother, husband, and myself all really enjoyed it.
sleuth
Livin' Like Thanksgivin'
When Jesus stepped on the head of the snake, he was fulfilling prophecy. It was foretold that he would do that.
Also, the part about tearing down the temple and rebuilding it in 3 days... that was the earthquake that destroyed the temple, and by rising from his tomb after 3 days, that was the rebuilding part.
Mountain MaMa
WV bound
I also saw it at Arundel Mills yesterday..
I found it very emotional and I did cry through a lot of it. But I also cry at Hallmark commercials..
I loved the movie and the controversy doesn't bother me a bit. I was not raised in a church going family so whether or not it follows the scripture has no bearing for me.
However, there were some children in the theatre that in my opinion were too young to be there.
very graphic and violent.. but I would still recommend it.
I found it very emotional and I did cry through a lot of it. But I also cry at Hallmark commercials..
I loved the movie and the controversy doesn't bother me a bit. I was not raised in a church going family so whether or not it follows the scripture has no bearing for me.
However, there were some children in the theatre that in my opinion were too young to be there.
very graphic and violent.. but I would still recommend it.