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The Snub of the Christ

Jan. 31, 2005 - There were no major Academy Award nominations for The Passion of The Christ. In spite of the amazing interest in the film and astounding box-office returns, the film was snubbed by the Hollywood crowd. This is no surprise.

Source:CBN

Millions converted because of "The Passion"

July 17, 2004 - Some 11 million people changed their belilefs because of the movie.

Source:World Movie Magazine

2nd coming of 'Christ' Aug. 31
Gibson partners with 20th Century Fox for DVD distribution

May 11, 2004 - "The Passion of the Christ" is one of the top 10 highest-grossing movies of all time. It has brought in $368 million in box office receipts in North America alone. 20th Century Fox will release it in VHS and DVD format on Aug. 31 or this year.The DVD will sell for $29.98 and the VHS for $24.98, according to a statement from Fox Home Entertainment.

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'Passion' Reclaims Top Box-Office Spot

April 12, 2004 - "The Passion of the Christ" returned to the top box-office spot with $17.1 million in week-end sales. It had been the top movie for three weeks, then fell back for the past three weeks.

"That's unprecedented. I've never seen that before. 'The Passion' is just rewriting box-office history," said Paul Dergarabedian, president of box-office tracker Exhibitor Relations.

Total sales have risen to $354.8 million, giving the movie the No. 8 spot on the all-time domestic charts passing "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers."

Source:MyWay

What's Up With the Ugly Baby?

Apr. 8, 2004 - Mel Gibson's publicist explains their portrayal of Satan, and of the scene where Satan carries an ugly baby.

Source:Christianity Today

Arab censors giving 'Passion' wide latitude Gibson film packs Mideast movie houses

Apr. 1, 2004 - So far, the film has been released uncensored in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. A longstanding ruling from Al Azhar University -- the ultimate spiritual authority for Muslims worldwide -- forbids the depiction of prophets in movies, and Muslims consider Jesus Christ a prophet. But authorities have made an exception for the controversial film depicting the final hours of Jesus' life. Only Kuwait has blocked its release, citing the ban on portraying prophets. In Egypt, where the film opened to large crowds Wednesday, "it's getting a very special treatment," said Mustafa Darwish, a film critic and former president of the Egypt Censorship Authority "They (the censorship authorities) think the film is anti-Semitic. That's why they are giving it such privilege," Darwish said.

Source:SFGate

Palestinians passionate about Christ film - Al Jazeera

Pirated copies of Gibson movie stir Chinese Film has 'struck a heavy blow against atheism' in communist land - WorldNetDaily

Catching The Passion Wave

Mar. 16, 2004 - Rick Warren's comments about taking advantage of the culture wave created by the film.

Source:Christianity Today

'Passion' Film Lessens Hostility Towards Jews, Poll Shows

Mar. 17, 2004 - According to a survey, conducted by the Institute for Jewish and Community Research, viewers of "The Passion of The Christ" were less hostile to Jewish people than critics had predicted.

24 percent of Americans familiar with the film say that Jews alive at the time of Christ's crucifixion were not responsible for it. Less than two percent of Americans surveyed blame Jews for the crucifixion today.

Source:Crosswalk

Catching The Passion Wave

Mar. 16, 2004 - Rick Warren's comments about taking advantage of the culture wave created by the film.

Source:Christianity Today

'The Passion' Climbs Past $200 Million

Mar. 8, 2004 - The Passion of the Christ" has maintained its position as the top movie, taking in $51.4 million in its second weekend. It has passed the $200 million mark in just 12 days.

Source:Fox

Worshippers take 'Passion' back to church - Washington Times

The Passion Of The Liberal

Mar. 3, 2004 - Ann Coulter says that the dozens of panic-stricken articles the New York Times "The Passion" shows that "liberals haven't the vaguest idea what Christianity is."

The Times may have loopy ideas about a lot of things, but at least when they write about gay bathhouses and abortion clinics, you get the sense they know what they're talking about.

She complains that they really think the main message of Christianity should be "be nice to people." They can't understand the importance of Christ's death.

Source:Ann Coulter

Mel Gibson's triumph

Mar. 3, 2004 - Pat Buchanan wonders why there was such a howl about anti-Semitism in the movie. He points out that some of the villians were Jewish, but so were most of the heroes. The movie was an accurate depiction of the Gospel accounts.

Which brings us to the heart of the matter: Mel Gibson is under attack not because he twisted the Gospels but because his film is faithful to the Gospels.

Therefore, it is not anti-Semitic unless the Gospels and Christianity itself are anti-Semitic, and that is simply not true.

Buchanan says that the real message of the movie is that this is what the Son of God went through for our sins and our salvation

Source:WorldNetDaily

'Passion' Beats 'Return of the King' for Box Office Record

Mar. 2, 2004 - "The Passion of the Christ" recorded a box office total of $125.2 million, the greatest debut in movie history by a film opening on a Wednesday.

The previous record holder, "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," had $124.1 million.

Source:NewsMax

Michael Medved: Who are the Jews Best Friends?

Mar. 2, 2004 - Medved, a Jewish film critic defends Mel Gibson's movie against the charge of anti-Semitism. He says anti-/Semitism is rising in the world, but not because of Christians.

But we must remember that the source of Jew hatred today is Islamic extremism and secular Leftism—not Christianity. Devout Christians—including those millions who’re uplifted by this unforgettable film—count as the best friends and defenders of Jews, not our enemies.

Source:Crosswalk

The Passion According to Isaiah

March 2, 2004 - Consider the striking prophetic detail of Christ's brutal scourging and crucifixion. Jewish leaders do not expose their people to this passage because it so clearly speaks of the suffering Messiah and points to Jesus.

Source:CBN

The passion of the Christian

Feb. 27, 2004 - David Kupelian expresses the hope that "The Passion of the Christ" will be a call to Christians to learn and practice the concept of bearing one's cross.

And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel's, the same shall save it. For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? – Mark 8:34-37

And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. – Luke 9:23

...I die daily
– The Apostle Paul - 1 Corinthians 15:31

Source:WorldNetDaily

Reports of changed lives abound as thousands take in opening day of 'Passion'

Feb. 27, 2004 - Interviews with early viewers of the movie

Source:Baptist Press

Cry for 'politically correct crucifixion'

Feb. 26, 2004 - Hal Lindsey ridicules the hypocrisy of those who want to sanitize the crucifixion by ignoring the historical fact of its brutality. He also shows that the aweful details of crucifixion were prophecied in Psalm 22 and Isaiah 53.

Source:WorldNetDaily

Controversy Peaks as 'The Passion of the Christ' Opens

Feb. 24, 2004 - Roger Ebert, the nation’s most prominent reviewer, gives "The Passion" his highest rating.

He noted, “The libel that the Jews ‘killed Christ’ involves a willful misreading of testament and teaching: Jesus was made man and came to Earth in order to suffer and die in reparation for our sins.”

In stark contrast, The New York Daily News’ critic Jami Bernard called it “the most virulently anti-Semitic movie made since the German propaganda films of World War II.”

Source:NewsMax

Ten Thousand Thumbs Up for Mel Gibson's Movie, "The Passion of The Christ"

Feb. 18, 2004 - Nearly unanimous approval of the film from the Global Pastors' Network

Source:CBN

Mel Gibson passionate about his film on Jesus

Feb. 15, 2004 - Mel Gibson is surprised at the persecution he is receiving from those who claim The Passion Of The Christ is anti-Semitic. He says,

I forgive them all. But enough is enough. They're trying to make me some cult wacko. All I do is go and pray. For myself. For my family. For the whole world. That's what I do.

Source:The Mercury News

'Passion' spotlights religious differences - Star Telegram

Gibson: "Passion" Sprung from Suicide Thoughts - NewsMax

Newsweek Cover: Who Really Killed Jesus?

Feb 16 Issue of Newsweek - The magazine anticipates Mel Gibson's "powerful but troubling new movie." It criticizes the moview for reviving anti-Semitic feelings, and claims that its mistake is taking the New Testament as a historically accurate document.

Source:Newsweek

'The Passion of The Christ' more than a movie

Feb. 10, 2004 - Source:Baptist Standard

L.A. Times: 'Huge' Turnout Expected for Gibson Film

Feb. 9, 2004 - Source:NewsMax

Jim Caviezel Talks About Playing Christ in 'The Passion'

Feb. 7, 2004 - Mel Gibson warned Jim Caviezel that his role would be hard, and that he might be ostracized by the acting community for doing, it, but he accepted the challenge.

I just want them to see Jesus. And through that conversions will happen. That's what I wanted more than anything, that people would have a visceral effect to finally make a decision whether to follow Him or not.

Source:CBN

Open letter on 'The Passion of the Christ'

Feb. 6, 2004 - Dr. James Dobson recommends this film as accurate and effective. He also quotes Mel Gibson...

I'm not a preacher, and I'm not a pastor. But I really feel my career was leading me to make this [movie]. The Holy Ghost was working through me on this film, and I was just directing traffic.

Source:WorldNetDaily

Should You Take Your Teens to The Passion As it is Rated 'R'

Feb. 3, 2004 - Saddleback's Rick Warren and his youth pastor, Doug Fields, recommend taking teens to the movie, but not children under 13.

Source:CBN

Mel Gibson Is America's Favorite Star

Dec. 18, 2003 - Every year at this time the Harris Poll asks a nationwide cross-section of adults who is their favorite movie star. This year Mel Gibson, who was #2 a year ago and has been in the top four every year since 1994, recaptures the top place, which he also held in 1996.

Source:NewsMax

Pope Loves Mel Gibson's Film

Dec. 17, 2003 - Journalist Peggy Noonan writes that that Pope John Paul II told a close associate that he "found ["The Passion"] very powerful, and approved of it."

Source:NewsMax

Advance Tickets Available Now For "The Passion of The Christ"

Dec. 9, 2003 - News release from passion-movie.com:

IT'S OFFICIAL! You can now buy ADVANCE TICKETS to see Mel Gibson's "The Passion of The Christ". Icon Productions has set up a toll-free ticket hotline for your ordering requests (see below for telephone number). The best way to show your support for the film now is to purchase advance tickets. This sends a clear message to theaters across the world that people really are interested in seeing this film. The more people that buy advance tickets, the more theaters will carry the movie. The more theaters that carry the movie, the more people will get a chance to see it.

Advance tickets are currently only available for the UNITED STATES and CANADA.

Many of you have already told us that advance tickets would make great Christmas gifts! Well now you can get them after all. There also may be discounts for qualifying large group sales.

Please be patient when calling as there will hopefully be an overwhelming response to purchase tickets! You may have to hold for a short time when calling before getting an operator. If you get a busy signal, please try again at a later time.

It's great news -- there are now distributors for the United States and Canada and many theaters have agreed to carry the film! The film will be launched on February 25, 2004 in both the United States and Canada. (Details for other countries hopefully coming soon). Icon Productions has now made available the toll-free telephone hotline open 24 hours/day for advance tickets. Although some theaters have agreed to carry the film, some still have not. If people buy advance tickets and show their support of this movie, it increases the likelihood that more theaters will get on board and carry the film.

Individual tickets and groups tickets can be purchased. In fact, large groups have already been known to order all tickets for an entire theater! If you have a group or congregation that wants to see this film, there may be discounts for qualifying groups. So, tell everyone about this great opportunity to get this important film into even more theaters!

If you live in the United States or Canada and would like to order advance tickets please call:
(888) 227 - 1152
or visit our website for more details:
http://www.passion-movie.com/english/tickets.html

We can achieve an amazing impact on the acceptance of this film if we can reach our website goals. We believe that if each qualifying person that receives this email can get a group of at least 5 people to see this film and order advance tickets, it will have a tremendous impact. So, if you were planning to see this film and know others who were too, please consider the purchase of advance tickets. And please pass this email on to everyone you think might be interested. (The film still may not be available in all areas - please visit our website or call the toll-free number for more information).

The toll-free phone number is ONLY for pre-sale questions and advance ticket sales, so please use it responsibly.

Also, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section of our website for more information regarding the film:
http://www.passion-movie.com/english/faq.html

Sincerely,
The Team at Passion-Movie.com

Source:passion-movie.com

Also visit the Official movie website:http://www.thepassionofthechrist.com/

Billy Graham screens 'The Passion of Christ'

Nov. 26, 2003 - After watching Mel Gibson's "The Passion of Christ," Billy Graham endorsed it as faithful to the Bible's teaching. He said:

...we are all responsible for Jesus' death, because we have all sinned... It is our sins that caused His death, not any particular group. No one who views this film's compelling imagery will ever be the same.

Source:WorldNetDaily

Jesus actor struck by lightning

Oct. 24, 2003 - Actor Jim Caviezel, who plays Jesus in Mel Gibson's The Passion of Christ, was struck by lightning twice (!) while they were filming in a remote location a few hours from Rome. The the film's assistant director Jan Michelini was also struck. Neither man was hurt badly.

Source:BBC

Gibson signs distribution deal
'The Passion' set for Ash Wednesday release

Oct. 23, 2003 - Newmarket will handle U.S. distribution for Mel Gibson's movie about the death of Jesus. The official name of the film is "The Passion of Christ."

Gibson sources told WorldNetDaily Icon is planning a release timed with Ash Wednesday, which next year falls on Feb. 25. Earlier reports had Gibson considering a release tied to Easter, which falls on April 11.

Source:WorldNetDaily

WND coverage of the movie

News about the movie

'I Saw the Passion'

June 26, 2003 - Barbara Nicolosi was present at a private screening of Mel Gibson's unfinished film "The Passion." She says the film is faithful to the Gospel and is not anti-Semetic.

The Passion is a stunning work of art. It is a devout, act of worship from Mel and his collaborators - in the way that Handel's Messiah and Notre Dame were artistic acts of worship in previous times.

In the film, Satan is super creepy, and is a woman.

Source:Lewrockwell.com

A very violent 'passion'

Feb. 1, 2003 - Mel Gibson, the third most powerful person in Hollywood, is working on such a realistic film about the death of Christ that it will only contain conversation in the actual language spoken by Christ, Aramaic. Critics laugh at the project, but Gibson is totally committed to the project. Hopefully it will be released by Easter of 2004.

Source:NY Daily News

Mel Gibson under attack for Jesus film?

Jan. 15, 2003 - Mel Gibson's latest film is about the suffering and death of Christ. He believes that is the reason a reputable reporter from an unnamed publication has been dispatched to "dig up dirt" on him. He says the investigation has obtained information from his friends, family, and business associates. He doesn't like it, but says he has already forgiven them, presumably like Jesus would do. He said:

"He died for all mankind. He (Jesus) suffered for all of us. It's time to get back to that basic message. The world has gone nuts. We could all use a little more love, faith, hope and forgiveness."

Source:WorldNetDaily