Ten years ago, there was a movie that was so controversial, that it tested people’s faith, both in a figurative and in a literal sense. It also didn’t help that it was released around the same time where the Catholic Priests also dealt with an ever bigger problem that shook the entire world. (Shotacon)
Hey everyone, this is Antibishonen Speaks discussing current events and relationships. Today, I’m going to discuss Jim Caviezel and ‘The Passion of the Christ’.
Yes, we are all desensitized with the graphic violence and strong language, but it got people talking when religion went into the spotlight, especially when Mel Gibson was involved.
Yes, we all know the aftermath of Mel Gibson’s crazy antics with his DUI incident. Though, I’m still surprised it didn’t derail his career, unlike other celebrities (Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Bynes) that were under the radar.
Yes, there’s was also that other controversy when ‘The Passion’ was portrayed as Anti-Semitic.
However, despite all the controversies, I’m surprised not many people discussed about the main actor that played Jesus: Jim Caviezel.
Jim Caviezel had ups and downs in his acting career starting from turning down a Juilliard scholarship in order to star in Kevin Costner’s Wyatt Earp. Years later, he followed up with minor roles in ‘Murder, She Wrote’, ‘The Wonder Years’, and ‘G. I. Jane’. Eventually, he had a big break when he appeared in ‘The Thin Red Line’, paving ways to other bigger roles including ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’.
After his success with ‘Monte Cristo’, Jim Caviezel won the part of ‘Passion of the Christ’. Here’s what might have surprised people: Mel Gibson begged him not to take the role.
Yes, out from Mel Gibson’s mouth, he begged Jim Caviezel not to take the role. This is a huge surprise considering how producers usually call the shots against the actors wishes.
Even more shocking is that Mel Gibson warned him that ‘The Passion’ would affect his career. Again, producers usually over-promise future acting prospects.
Jim Caviezel went against Mel Gibson’s advice and said:
‘Mel, this is what I believe. We all have a cross to carry. I have to carry my own cross. If we don’t carry our crosses, we are going to be crushed under the weight of it. So let’s go and do it.’
Another footnote to add, he was 33 years old that time and shared the same initials with Jesus Christ. Please refrain from making any conspiracies.
‘The Passion of the Christ’ premiered on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2004 and it caused a stir in religious communities. Nevermind about the graphic violence, this movie was accused for being Anti-semitic and for historical inaccuracies. Mainly, no, there’s no such thing as stigmata because victims are crucified by the wrists and crows don’t attack humans alive because they are scavengers.
Also, may I have to remind you about ‘Mel Gibson’s crazy antics’?
As what Mel Gibson had predicted, Jim Caviezel admitted he had a hard time finding work in Hollywood.
Don’t really feel bad about him, he overcame the acting drought by landing a leading role in ‘Person of Interest’, a CBS crime drama series that was renewed for the fourth season.
In addition, he got a leading role in a sports drama ‘What the Game Stands Tall’ as coach Bob Ladouceur, which is set to premier in Aug.
Okay fine, you can say his acting career resurrected. There, are you happy now, conspiracists?
This is Antibishonen Speaks remind you not to drink and drive. Otherwise, you have to hear the tabloids all day long.
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