[Viennacon]

While I think Gibson is a jackass and probably had an ulterior motive, the facts are that the Jewish authorities during this period were largely villainous. Just look at Herod! The temple leaders at this time were horribly corrupt with some exceptions, Nicodemus being the most notable.

[Jeff Chandler]

the Jewish authorities during this period were largely villainous.

Why would they be any different from any other authorities in any period?