The Passion of the Christ

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The Passion of the Christ
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Thu, 02-26-2004 - 12:58am
Has anyone been able to see it yet?

I knew it would be opening big, but I was surprised to find out this morning that one of the local 20-plexes was showing it to sold out crowds on every screen from 6:30 this morning to around 11:00 when their usual lineup started and The Passion only continued on a few screens.

I've been reading incredibly moving reactions to it like this one in National Review--

"THE PASSION IN HARLEM

I just got out of a screening at the Magic Johnson Theatres up at 123rd and Frederick Douglass in Harlem. The theatre was packed, with an audience that was about 85 percent black, and included many seniors (of course: daytime). The response to the film was just about universal: Loud applause at the end, and vocal endorsements of the movie as we exited. One sweet elderly lady, I’d say about 80 years old, was shaking her head on the way out, saying: “If you read the Bible, that’s exactly what happened.” Another woman, in her 30s, was brushing away tears. “It’s not the movie,” she said,” it’s the reality of the thing.” During the screening, the man I set next to—a guy in his 20s, tall, strong, and vigorous-looking, nobody’s wimp—gasped at some of the cruelties inflicted on Jesus. (When Jesus’ cross is turned over on its face so He can be nailed to it more securely, this man blurted out, “Oh, s***, that’s too much.”) Before the movie started, there was a little film in which Magic Johnson explained the rules for his theatres: “No talking. . . . No hats or colors . . . . If you have a problem on the street, don’t bring it inside.” I couldn’t help thinking: There is a problem on the street, every street, and this movie is about the solution."

I wanted to see it this weekend, but now the local news is reporting that virtually every showing in Dallas through the weekend is already sold out, so now I have to wait til next Saturday.

Renee

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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 1:10pm

>"The most important part of Christ's life was not the crucifixion but His resurrection. If He did not rise up from the dead, we would not have eternal life."<


That's what I was taught to believe. Easter is the most important celebration.

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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 1:33pm
Yes, I am baffled by the intense interest by Protestants since our teachings vary significantly on some precepts, namely the crucifixion as all important and the pre-eminence of Mary the mother of Jesus.
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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 1:58pm
I will be seeing this movie tonight. As a Christian, I believe Mel Gibson's interpretation of it will be pretty close to my own. I believe Jesus died a horrible death on the cross, and Gibson is merely portraying it graphically for impact. Jesus' death - the ultimate sacrifice for our sins - is very important to my theology.

As a journalist, I am disappointed in Andy Rooney. He is supposed to be a HUMOR columnist. It is not funny to second-guess others' religious beliefs. He should stick to what he's good at.

Many of us know that Pat Robertson thinks God talks to him. I have a hard time believing God talks to anybody in an audible voice these days, but we shall see in November if that "voice" Pat heard was accurate. If it wasn't, we will know it's not God, because God never lies. As for Gibson, I sincerely doubt that God would have told Andy Rooney he has "rocks in his head." God created us all and loves us all. Gibson is merely expressing his interpretation of that and yes, he probably was hoping to make some money from it, but don't all Christians who accept any kind of payment for their work? I would never say someone God told me he has "rocks in their head" for expressing his own opinion.

Ellen

This is cool. I will check this out further when I get a job or get my free-lance business really going. Too bad I lost my job right when this started.
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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 2:14pm


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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 5:09pm
I just returned home from seeing Passion with my husband. It was truly wonderful and moving. I was prepared for the violence, knowing it would depict Christ's Passion faithfully, but seeing it on the big screen made it all the more real. Just when viewers couldn't take more, there would be a scene of Mary, or a flashback, all done superbly. As the Pope said "It is as it was".

Be happy that the showtimes are sold out - it means that people are seeing it! Unfortunately, here in South Florida, there were only about 30 viewing it when we did, but it was at 12:45 in the afternoon. It is being shown on two of 18 screens here.

It will make me a better Christian, and everyone should see it!
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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 5:24pm
I'm with you completely on this.
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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 5:45pm
Yes, I am baffled by the intense interest by Protestants since our teachings vary significantly on some precepts, namely the crucifixion as all important and the pre-eminence of Mary the mother of Jesus.

Why are you baffled by another Christian having an intense interest in this film?? It doesn't matter one whit if you are Catholic or Protestant, both are Christians.... Last time I checked, Jesus had died for the Protestants too.

Nancy

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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 5:46pm
Ellen,

WELL WELL SAID!!! Thank you for your thoughtful comments, and responsible journalism.

Nancy

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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 6:20pm
Thanks for the advice. You make a lot of sense. I hardly ever limit my viewing of a good movie to only once, but that's after it comes out on DVD. You convinced me that I shouldn't wait that long to see this movie again.

I agree that Gibson wasn't motivated by money to make this film. I think he expected it to be a small art movie-type distribution. No one who makes a movie in Latin and Aramaic and then who has to have his arm twisted to include subtitles, is doing it for the big bucks. ;)

Renee

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Fri, 02-27-2004 - 7:37pm
I wanted to see it Wednesday, but with my schedule it didn't work out. So glad that someone like Mel Gibson can impact a nation by bringing something like this into the entertainment world! It's about time! I support the movie 100%, and, though disagree, respect the opinions of those who are negatively criticizing it. I know that it will move me greatly when I go to see it, and I can't wait! I grew up in a family of strong faith, and have an unspoken respect for those who care so deeply about our Father, and the death of our redeemer for our sins. Amen!

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