"There are a few FReepers here that are strongly advocating that Jewish suffering since AD33 is reason enough to eschew this film. "
I proudly stand among those ranks.
"For perspective, I would like to point out that Jewish tribulations, persecutions, blood feuds and whatnot did not being with Christ but are a part of Hebrew/Israelite/Jewish history from the getgo and have been foretold by the prophets."
Oh well that settles it. Christian persecution of the Jews is just us being the agents of God's plan. Please!!
That is not what I said. I stated that the Old Covenant is chock full of Jewish suffering and often it is the result of the Israelites not carrying out God's wishes.
I do however appluad your honesty.
Your problem with the film is based purely on your identification with Judaism and it's suffering. That's fine.
Good Luck.
Christians like me will identify positively with the film since to us it follows the Gospels quite closely and we are not in the mood to change that.