Mel Gibson's The Passion

[OC Cruzer]

I would really like to see Mel Gibson give the MILLIONS of dollars that the movie brings in, to various Christian charities.
Or really, ANY charity that is making this world a better place.
Let him keep a fair amount for his efforts and donate the rest.

I have a problem with him making a PROFIT from the crucifixion of Christ.

[patpur]

As a Catholic I have a bit different take on this project. I spent 30 years in the music industry so I think I know a thing or two about "hype". Think it means anything this picture was put out at lent? My "hype" detector went off long ago on this one.
Sorry guys I spent 12 long hard years in Catholic School where the crucifiction and every other aspect of the church was constantly beat into me. I honestly don't need to see it again in a darker more violent version........I'm not interested. Frankly I "look on the bright side of life".
Pat

[BlueMeanie]

Originally Posted by patpur

Frankly I "look on the bright side of life".Pat

Always look on the bright side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the light side of life.
[whistling]

If life seems jolly rotten,
There's something you've forgotten,
And that's to laugh and smile and dance and sing.
When you're feeling in the dumps,
Don't be silly chumps.
Just purse your lips and whistle. That's the thing.
And...

Always look on the bright side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the right side of life,
[whistling]

For life is quite absurd
And death's the final word.
You must always face the curtain with a bow.
Forget about your sin.
Give the audience a grin.
Enjoy it. It's your last chance, anyhow.
So,...

Always look on the bright side of death,
[whistling]
Just before you draw your terminal breath.
[whistling]

Life's a piece of ####,
When you look at it.
Life's a laugh and death's a joke. It's true.
You'll see it's all a show.
Keep 'em laughing as you go.
Just remember that the last laugh is on you.
And...

Always look on the bright side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the right side of life.
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]
Always look on the bright side of life!
[whistling]


Insert Pic of Brian on the Cross.

[Overtake]

Originally Posted by OC Cruzer

.....a PROFIT from the crucifixion of Christ.

Unlike the Catholic Church itself?

[JOEM]

Maybe Mel should do a remake of Life of Brian next.

[TomCat]

Wow, this whole thread is getting way off topic (big surprise there!)

In answer to the original question, yes I plan on seeing the movie, and in a theater. I don't plan on buying the DVD when it comes out. When I watch a DVD, I do so for enjoyment and relaxation, not to get emotionally distraught. I think seeing it once will be plenty for me.

As for Religions/Churches making money, thats probably a topic for a whole new forum.

Politics and religion are 2 hot potatoes, for sure.

[lisa]

Originally Posted by Overtake

Unlike the Catholic Church itself?

Wow! That was a good shot!

Notice the smiley-no offense meant to anyone of any religion. Just commenting on the comment.

[my80volare]

Well, since the majority of the major media outlets have done nothing but criticize it, the Hollywood crowd is talking about "blackballing" Gibson (he will never work in movies again), and the icing on the cake, Taik doesn't like it based on the reviews he's read (I think I can guess where those are from), then the movie must be doing something "right". Even if I don't watch it, I will buy the DVD.

[BlueMeanie]

Originally Posted by my80volare

Well, since the majority of the major media outlets have done nothing but criticize it, the Hollywood crowd is talking about "blackballing" Gibson (he will never work in movies again), and the icing on the cake, Taik doesn't like it based on the reviews he's read (I think I can guess where those are from), then the movie must be doing something "right". Even if I don't watch it, I will buy the DVD.

Nothing like a little religious Neo-McCathyism

Dan

[OC Cruzer]

I heard, James Caviezel who played the part of Jesus in the movie, was struck by lightning while they were shooting the sermon on the mount scene.
Lots of people there and HE got struck

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