[nickcarraway]

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[Fledermaus]

The thing that strikes me the most is the constant dicussion of whether or not Gibson even has "the right" to make and show this film.

When it comes to religion (and this movie isn't religious as much as it's history) I guess free speech is dead.

Wake up people!

[Sockdologer]

Thanks for the article. It's nice to see Mr. Harvey supporting The Passion.

[sfRummygirl]

I can't wait to see it!!!! I am so excited!! When is it coming out??

[AnimalLover]

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[Johnny_Cipher]

My aunt is 74 years old and hasn't set foot in a movie theater since 1956. The last movie she saw on the big screen was "The Ten Commandments." She called me today and told me to come pick her up and take her to the local theater to see this one the day its released.

Boy is she going to be annoyed when she finds out she can't light up in the theater any more :)

[Luke FReeman]

Here's a link to Mel Gibson's film THE PASSION.

Don't miss it for the world.

[NYer]

In addition to being a masterpiece of film-making and an artistic triumph, The Passion evoked more deep reflection, sorrow and emotional reaction within me than anything since my wedding, my ordination or the birth of my children. Frankly, I will never be the same.

Catholic Ping - let me know if you want on/off this list

Mel Gibson - Friday, January 23 - EWTN
A new exclusive second interview regarding "The Passion of the Christ"

In the interview, Gibson breaks his silence, speaking for the first time about charges that his film, The Passion of the Christ is anti-Semitic. He talks about his bold vision for the project and his motivation for making the film. Gibson tells Arroyo, “It reflects my beliefs-I’ve never done that before.”

He also candidly comments on the controversy surrounding the movie, his resistance to altering the film, and his personal commitment to press forward: “I don’t know if I will ever work again. I’ve said that this is a career killer and it could well be, but that doesn’t matter because I don’t care,” Gibson says in the interview.

Based on biblical accounts, the movie, "The Passion of the Christ," depicts the last 12 hours of Christ’s life on earth and will be released in the U.S. on Ash Wednesday, February 25th.

EWTNews Director, Raymond Arroyo was on set, in Italy during the filming of “The Passion of the Christ” last year, and is the only broadcast journalist to conduct an extended interview with Mel Gibson about the project.

[presidio9]

until the final scene in the empty tomb

Does this mean that Mel did not include "The Rest of The Story?"

[Manic_Episode]

Paul Harvey rocks! A very moving testimonial indeed. We are within about a month or so of being able to experience this for ourselves. Way cool. This is what I'm talking about.

[all4one]

I believe that this film is being released in conjunction with Easter, maybe around Ash Wednesday.

I think that the nay-sayers who are putting out negative info. without even seeing this film, are doing so because Mel Gibson did this film as an independent endeavor. So the ususal corporate big-wigs will not be getting their $ from production, DVD, aftermarket etc.

I believe, just from what I have read from reputable sources; that this film and the buzz and word of mouth is going to be HUGE. I have sent the Paul Harvey review to everyone on my friends' contact list. I look forward to taking my family, including my children to see this film. I also think that the turn-out is going to turn Hollywood on its ear, and maybe they will get a clue what families want to see.

[scripter]

BTTT. I'll be purchasing the DVD as well as seeing the movie in a theatre.

[Rightly Biased]

BTTT
And a Place Holder.

[ArrogantBustard]

Nitpick: It's Via Dolorosa ... the road of sorrows.

[Wright is right!]

Mr. Harvey didn't say whether the final release version is in Aramaic with English titles or if Gibson changed his plan and had it done in English. Anyone know?

Michael

[Theo]

My wife just told me that Gibson has a cameo in the movie. Apparently he plays the part of one of the guards who pounds a spike into Jesus' wrists/hands. Whew.

[TigerTale]

The author of this piece is Keith A Fournier. The linked article says nothing about Paul Harvey.

[Antoninus]

Via Della Rosa

Uh, is this an alternate translation or what? I always thought it was "Via Dolorosa."

[Antoninus]

Well, I guess I shouldn't be so nitpicky.

FWIW, I have already ordered advance tickets for myself and 5 family members for this film. We can't wait to see it.

[betty boop]

The greatest right is the right to hear the truth.

Amen to that, Nick. Thanks for this wonderful post!