[Torie]

Good points all, but cinematically, there is a difference between ordering execution (it's a dirty job, but someone has to do it), and witnessing it, with seeming pleasure. You do so the difference, no? Granted, I have not seen the film, so I am just pounding the keyboard.

[Abundy]

Granted, I have not seen the film, so I am just pounding the keyboard.

Seriously Stan, you ought to see the film. I would enjoy a discussion with you post-viewing. I think it would be enlightening for me.

While I don't expect (nor is my suggestion an attempt at evangalism) the film to convert you, having read the comments on this thread the film might help put them in perspective.

[Sabertooth]

Good points all, but cinematically, there is a difference between ordering execution (it's a dirty job, but someone has to do it), and witnessing it, with seeming pleasure. You do so the difference, no? Granted, I have not seen the film, so I am just pounding the keyboard.

After the Crucifixion, when the earthquake strikes the Temple and the Veil before the Holy of Holies is torn, we see Caiaphus and other priests weeping and wailing, with what might be viewed as conviction and regret. It's open to interpretation.

BTW, Caiaphus' tomb and corpse were actually found a few years ago. Fairly stunning discovery.