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Although the movie ratings verge between the hysterical 1 (probably by people who haven't seen it) and 8-10 (by people who have probably seen it stoned) the ultimate 4-5 rating is actually spot on. The film ia a very average, rather short spoof comedy that's also being let down by the subtitles (I speak Portuguese). You won't ROTFL but you might chuckle at a few scenes and .. erm that's it. Oh and for those who scream 'would they dare satirize other religions', yes there's a sequence where they do and rather savagely at that.

First of all, this is a lousy movie. But I suspect that most of the people here that are trashing it have not actually seen it. They are just being told by the bigots in their pulpits and in the right-wing publications they read that it is something they should rail against. These people deserve the same level of disrespect that they regularly direct at those whose lifestyle is different from their own.

The funniest, and least overdone bits were actually jabs at mohammad, buddha, shiva, and the scientology alien. The comments about how lgbt people would be outraged if we were mocked this way were funny. Orlando was an over the top gay stereotype. So what? The whole thing was intended to be silly. Some of it worked and some fell flat. Grt over it

So apparently it's 100% not okay to make fun of other religions like Islam Judaism or Hinduism but it's completely okay to make fun of Christianity??? I rlly wonder how blind ppl are!! If I could I'd give it 0 stars

A very unfunny film. Perhaps the humor was lots in the translation. But an unfunny bland film where Jesus is tempted by a gay companion he met while doing his spiritual preperation for becoming the messiah. He questions his mission that the Father has set for him., as he ponders another life path while bringing his boyfriend "Orlando" home for this 30th Brithday Party (Christmas).

Terrible, and not even funny in the slightest for a non believer.

The reviews so far have not been very informative - having been written either by Christians considering it blasphemous or by people rejecting Christianity and, therefore, enjoying it.. The truth, as I would like to show, lies in between.

As a Christian and also a Christian theologian, I say that there is nothing blasphemous in this movie. It's a satire and sometimes maybe a little bit over the top. If you enjoy "Life of Brian", you will also enjoy "The First Temptation of Christ".

It chronicles just a short instance in the life of Jesus - coming back from his 40 days in the desert before leaving for Galilee. It's a short movie that only lasts as long as a TV episode, 45 minutes.

What the movie achieves is pointing out those things that cannot be explained with reason, but only be believed, the things that the Bible doesn't give answers to and the like - and sometimes gives them its own answer that can be critical of current church practice.

As a Christian, if you're not already reflecting on your faith, this movie is a chance to do so. It doesn't take anything away from your faith.

I hope there will be a sequel! Jesus' story is not over yet.

I thought it was pretty funny, people need to stop being so offended.

This lack of respect is absolutely unnecessary. There are a million other things you can make fun of if you are as creative as you claim but you chose the easy one. The christian faith. Please make a movie making fun of Islam and Mohammed while you are at it and let's see how creative you really are or if you all will live long enough to find out.

Not the best film but by far not the worst. There was the odd laugh but there could have been more. The previous movie The Last Hangover was far better for laughs. It's a pity people take things like this so serious, that's what causes the problems and the hate in this world. See it for what it all is: a piece of film making, a made up story!

A very calculated controversy to trigger Christians and get attention. I'm not even religious, but this is just disrespectful. The movie itself isn't even that good or funny. If you want smart comedy about Religion, watch Monthy Python.

Would Netflix greenlight a parody of Mohammed? Would Netflix greenlight a parody of the LGBT culture?

As long as i don't see that happen, it's clear that there's some kind of agenda at play. Hypocrisy at its best.

"A Primeira Tentação de Cristo" is a comedy that, like "Especial de Natal: Se Beber, Não Ceie", provides moments of laughter and relaxation. The film, produced by the Porta dos Fundos group, is known for its irreverent humor and bold satire.

The plot follows Jesus on his journey of self-discovery and explores religious themes with a comedic approach. The film generated controversy for its portrayal of biblical characters, but for those who enjoy edgier humor, it offers a good dose of fun.

The chemistry between the actors and the absurd situations guarantee a good laugh, making "A Primeira Tentação de Cristo" a fun choice for those looking for a light and provocative comedy. It's the kind of film you can watch with friends to share laughs and reflections on humor and religion.

As someone who doesn't even adhere to faith of any sort, this movie is garbage. Shows the total hypocrisy of the left. They would never make a movie like this parodying Islam though. Just plain disrespectful and disgusting

It wasn't too much that Christ was made to be gay in this depiction more than was the intention to make a mockery of Him. 0/10 if I could.

Frankly, I expected more, I am into controversial and offensive humor and that was just mediocre. Also come on with chickenin' out with Allah - if you don't have the gut to piss off some muslims, then don't do offensive religion-parody content like that. I was meaning to write here a challenge for the creators, to next time make some fun of Mahomet if they really want to earn respect, but after seeing this to the end, I know they don't have the gut.

Lots of you think this was funny. i found it worse then a bad B movie.

Above all this movie is a satire, but deep within the satire there are some very valid points to ponder about. If viewers could get over their own bias they might actually enjoy the movie. At the end the movie is about the fight of good versus evil, it is very goofy and full of Brazilian humor, give it a chance...

Then realized the joke was unintended.

What a hackneyed, stereotyping, unfunny slog this was to watch. I went in expecting at minimum, a vaguely sophomoric homage to MPython and instead found a Keystone Kops movie written by the Keystone Kops; a movie meant to provoke with not a single 'idea'.

How do you do that? How does anyone set out to make a movie specifically designed to upset the Christian apple cart Armed with only a child's knowledge of Roman Catholic dogma and a rubber chicken? How does Netflix agree to showcase such an abysmal experience?

Don't even bother with this one- watch 'Dogma' instead; it's provoking, subversive, jam packed with ideas and so funny, it bears watching over and over because laughing makes you miss so much of it's clever, dogmatic ideas.

It is a shame people let their beliefs get in the way of their sense of humor. This was fun and funny. It is likely the negative reviews are from those who never watched but were offended by the concept. There are plenty of laughs in this story.

Why do people always have to make films like this? There is no reason to mock any religion, whether you agree with it or not. I completely disagree with Netflix's promotion of this film, which by the way is filled with sacrilege towards Christianity, particularly in its depiction of Jesus Christ. Why do people have such a hate that they even have to make films like this? Don't even bother to watch or support this blasphemy directed at Christianity.

So predictable and chasing an easy target..if this was another religion Netflix would be on lock down..basically blasphemy

Will not be watching this on Netflix. A slap in the face of any devoted Christian out there.

How this was allowed to be produced is beyond me. Is nothing respected anymore?

The producers should hang their heads in shame.

Would Netflix allow a production that depicts revered figures within the Hindu, Jewish, Muslim or Buddhist faiths as they have this one?

If this was about the muslim Mohammed, all hell would break loose. Can this garbage. This is exactly why our world is in the state that it's in. Garbage, garbage, garbage. May God have mercy on their souls.