The idea that they would be sitting around with snacks giddily waiting for someone to die of starvation and dehydration like it was some sort of sporting event, and during these days right before Easter, shows their animal-heathen side. Angry, vitriolic, hate-filled commentaries. (sadly shaking head...)
Pontius Pilate: Do you want me to release Barabas or Jesus?
DU: Barabas!