I saw "Christ" and yes it was disturbing and violent, but you have to remember that Christ's death was disturbing and violent. Many people have commented on the brutality in the depiction of the scourging & Crucifixion. Well, because it was brutal! Hello! This movie, more than any other movie about the life of Christ, perhaps most accurately depicts the savagery of the Romans. The scourge was not a mere whipping, but it was intended to leave the victim in a near-death state. And, of course, being beaten with whips that had pieces of metal tips in the end of them would be enough to do just that. Being nailed to a cross and hung there to die is also a inhumane torture.
Many criticize the brutality and violence in this movie, but frankly, it is the closest to historical accuracy we have ever seen. Mel Gibson created an affecting, moving piece of film that has an effect on you both physically and mentally. That is indeed film making. My hats off to Mr. Gibson for a piece of film art that is sadly under-appreciated.
Many criticize the brutality and violence in this movie, but frankly, it is the closest to historical accuracy we have ever seen. Mel Gibson created an affecting, moving piece of film that has an effect on you both physically and mentally. That is indeed film making. My hats off to Mr. Gibson for a piece of film art that is sadly under-appreciated.
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