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Why is horror still made of characters who do foolish things... For once I would like to see the actions that normal people would do under these circumstances, but maybe it was the actors who from the moment they observed the mother during that kitchen scene did not have me feeling they were alarmed. It felt more like they were seeing the possession of the mother as just an innocent curiosity. It is the same all thoughout. I did not feel any fear, and many times the acting left much to be desired from the supporting cast as well. It almost felt like a home made horror but with more money for production. The lead actress did ok, but the rest of the cast did little to hold up the fear factor.

I will keep it short: this is my second time watching to finish the last seasonsand I am enjoying it. It does well bringing the novel to life, so I highly recommend this!

I will keep it short: this is my second time watching to finish the last seasonsand I am enjoying it. It does well bringing the novel to life, so I highly recommend this!

I will keep it short: this is my second time watching to finish the last seasonsand I am enjoying it. It does well bringing the novel to life, so I highly recommend this!

I will keep it short: this is my second time watching to finish the last seasonsand I am enjoying it. It does well bringing the novel to life, so I highly recommend this!

The first time I ever learned about this film was when it was shown at my mothers workplace just before Easter holiday. I was a kid, wanted to watch it but was denied and for good reason because Gibson does not spare sensitive eyes from the cruelty given to those who face crucifixion. Now some people call it simply "gore-porn" but have no issue praising war movies that show graphic details, other historical shows or even modern ones with a similar level of blood; however, somehow the brutal punishment favored by the Romans historically is just too much. Ok, double standards if I have ever seen it, but let us move on.

Regardless of whether viewers are Christians or not, I think it goes without saying that this is a very impactful retelling of the final hours of Jesus. All the actors were very well chosen, and really put themselves in the shoes of the persons who are described in the Bible even though it does take creative liberties. From the heartbreak of Mary seeing her beloved son dying before her eyes, the helplessness of the disciples, the spiritual and mental torment of Judas after his kiss of betrayal, the lurking and suffocating ever-present shadow of Satan and how it made Jesus feel lonely and burdened in his final hours---this film had it ALL, and I have to give Gibson a thumbs up for how well it all came together. Everything felt very authentic down to their speech, and it is no wonder this film is the highest grossing of its kind.

One watch is all you need to forever remember, and although it only gives brief flashbacks into the ministry of Jesus before these final hours, those moments revealed nicely tie into the narrative that it accompanies. I will be watching it again today in memory of Johns actor who died of cancer recently, because he definitely did a great job representing the disciple Jesus loved. This is a very deep film that will continue to live through the decades.