{"id":106748,"date":"2025-01-11T15:08:56","date_gmt":"2025-01-11T15:08:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegeek.games\/?p=106748"},"modified":"2025-01-11T15:08:56","modified_gmt":"2025-01-11T15:08:56","slug":"mel-gibson-finally-confirms-when-hell-start-filming-the-passion-of-the-christ-sequel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thegeek.games\/2025\/01\/11\/mel-gibson-finally-confirms-when-hell-start-filming-the-passion-of-the-christ-sequel\/","title":{"rendered":"Mel Gibson Finally Confirms When He\u2019ll Start Filming The Passion of the Christ Sequel"},"content":{"rendered":"
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According to Variety<\/em>, Gibson spoke on Joe Rogan\u2019s podcast, revealing that he remains committed to creating a sequel to his original film, which depicted the final hours of Jesus\u2019 life before the crucifixion. Gibson hinted that production might finally kick off in 2026, working from a script co-written by his brother, Randall Wallace, an Academy Award nominee.<\/p>\n “I\u2019m hoping to start next year at some point. The project is pretty intense\u2014it\u2019s like an acid trip. I\u2019ve never encountered anything like it before,”<\/em> Gibson shared.<\/p>\n Interestingly, Jim Caviezel, who portrayed Jesus in the first film, will not be returning. Gibson cited the passage of time and the limitations of de-aging technology as reasons for casting a new lead actor. He also offered insights into the sequel\u2019s broader focus:<\/p>\n “My brother, Randall, and I collaborated closely on this. It\u2019s a collective effort with a lot of unique ideas\u2014some of them are pretty out there. To tell this story the right way, you have to go back to the fall of the angels. That means exploring entirely different realms\u2014hell, Sheol\u2014you need to take the story to these places.”<\/em><\/p>\n Sheol, the underworld of the dead? Gibson has developed a reputation for being eccentric, but The Resurrection of the Christ<\/em> is expected to maintain the reverent tone and depth of the original. While unconventional, the director remains committed to producing what will undoubtedly be another divisive work:<\/p>\n “The key is to avoid anything too clich\\u00e9d or predictable. I\u2019ve been thinking for years about how to convey emotions and ideas in a way that resonates with audiences through the narrative and visuals.<\/em><\/p>\n “This won\u2019t be an easy task. It will require meticulous planning, and honestly, I\u2019m not entirely sure I can pull it off. It\u2019s a very ambitious project. But sometimes you just have to step up and take a swing, right?”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In terms of follow-ups, creating a sequel to The Passion of the Christ<\/em> is akin to attempting a continuation of Se7en<\/em> or Casablanca<\/em>. These standalone masterpieces seemed untouchable until someone floated the idea of a sequel\u2014though most, like the proposed Titanic<\/em> sequel, were laughable attempts.<\/p>\n The Resurrection of the Christ<\/em> will inevitably focus on Jesus\u2019 resurrection, but how much can really be added to that narrative? Gibson\u2019s challenge lies in finding a compelling tone and angle that can connect with audiences. The original film\u2019s brutal, Tarantino-esque violence shocked many viewers, yet they embraced it, propelling the movie to become the highest-grossing independent film of all time.<\/p>\n Now, Gibson faces the formidable task of bringing a resurrection story to life in a way that captivates modern audiences. If his track record with The Passion of the Christ<\/em> is any indication, he may yet defy the odds once again.<\/p>\nCan The Passion of the Christ<\/em> Even Have a Sequel?<\/h3>\n