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The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection - Chapter I

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The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection - Chapter I[1] (also known as The Passion of the Christ 2 - Chapter I) is an upcoming epic biblical drama film written and directed by Mel Gibson. Starring Jim Caviezel as Jesus, the film is a sequel to The Passion of the Christ (2004), where it will focus on the three days between Jesus' death and resurrection. Alongside Caviezel, Maia Morgenstern and Francesco De Vito will reprise their roles as Mary and Peter the Apostle, respectively.[2]

The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection - Chapter I
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  • April 18, 2025 (2025-04-18)
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Being a sequel to The Passion of the Christ (2004), the film will focus on the events that transpired during the three days between the crucifixion and resurrection when Jesus descended to Abraham's Bosom, where he preached and resurrected Old Testament saints. Gibson has stated in separate interviews that the fall of the Angels and the Harrowing of Hell would also be key parts of the film.[3][4][5][6]

In July 2023, Gibson stated that he has two versions of the script that he is working on; one is more grounded, whereas the other explores various realms and includes fallen angels in hell. Gibson states, "I have two scripts and one of them is very structured and very strong script and kind of more what should expect and the other is like an acid trip. Because you’re going into other realms and stuff. I mean you’re in hell and you’re watching the angels fall. It’s like crazy."[7]

According to Edward Pentin from the National Catholic Register, the film will "cover step-by-step the events leading up to the Resurrection as experienced by the Apostles, but will also follow the intrigues that took place in Herod's palace and end with the events that took place in Jerusalem on Resurrection Sunday".[8] Furthermore, Resurrection will be a nonlinear, introspective film, where "other realms" and "dimensions" would be explored.[9] The film's title implies a Part 2 is coming and will be released at a later date; according to Caviezel, "...It might be two films. Could be three, but I think it's two".[10]

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In June 2016, writer Randall Wallace stated that he and Gibson had begun work on a sequel to The Passion of the Christ which will focus on the resurrection of Jesus, and the events surrounding the resurrection.[11] Wallace previously worked with Gibson as the screenwriter for Braveheart (1995) and director of We Were Soldiers (2002).[12] In September of that year, Gibson expressed his interest in directing it. He estimated that release of the film was still "probably three years off", stating that "it is a big project".[13]

 
Matera, Italy

In January 2018, Caviezel was in negotiations with Mel Gibson to reprise his role as Jesus in the sequel.[14] In March 2020, Caviezel stated in an interview that the film was in its fifth draft.[15] Later that year, Caviezel said that Gibson had sent him the third draft of the screenplay.[8][16] Caviezel stated that "the film will shock audiences" and predicted that "it will be the biggest film the world has ever seen."[17][1]

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In January 2023, a report stated that the film would begin production in mid-2023, around spring, with Jim Caviezel set to return in the role of Jesus.[18][19][20][21][2] Christo Jivkov was reported to reprise his role as John the disciple,[18] before passing away in March 2023 from cancer.[22]

Principal photography began on April 30, 2023.[23] The film was produced independently and shot in Italy at Cinecittà Studios in Rome, and on location in the city of Matera and the ghost town of Craco, both in the Basilicata region. Parts of the film will also be shot in Mexico.[24]

References edit

  1. ^ a b "'Resurrection': Actor Jim Caviezel Reveals Third Draft for 'Passion of The Christ' Sequel". September 13, 2020. Archived from the original on March 19, 2023. Retrieved April 18, 2023.
  2. ^ a b Furdyk, Brent (January 6, 2023). "Mel Gibson Set To Begin Filming 'Passion Of The Christ' Sequel". ET Canada. Archived from the original on January 6, 2023. Retrieved January 6, 2023.
  3. ^ Archived at Ghostarchive and the Wayback Machine: "Gibson on Passion of the Christ Sequel, The Resurrection" (Interview).
  4. ^ Scott, Ryan (November 2, 2016)."'Passion of the Christ 2' gets titled Resurrection, may take Jesus to Hell". Archived March 27, 2019, at the Wayback Machine MovieWeb. Retrieved November 2, 2016.
  5. ^ Bajer, Ted (July 16, 2022). "The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection: Plot, Cast, and Everything Else We Know". MovieWeb. Archived from the original on January 11, 2023. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
  6. ^ Nozari, Aisha (January 6, 2023). "Mel Gibson to start filming Passion of the Christ sequel in 'next few months'". Metro. Archived from the original on January 14, 2023. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
  7. ^ Dela Paz, Maggie (July 4, 2023). "The Passion of the Christ 2 Is 'Like an Acid Trip,' Says Mel Gibson". ComingSoon. Archived from the original on July 6, 2023. Retrieved July 6, 2023.
  8. ^ a b Burger, John (September 25, 2020). "Jim Caviezel to play Jesus again in sequel to 'The Passion of Christ'". Aleteia. Aleteia SAS. Archived from the original on October 31, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
  9. ^ Archived at Ghostarchive and the Wayback Machine: "Mel Gibson Confirms Sequel To 'Passion Of The Christ'" (Interview).
  10. ^ Brandon Schreur (November 2, 2023). "Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ 2 Will Be Split Into Multiple Parts". ComingSoon. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
  11. ^ Bond, Paul (June 9, 2016)."Mel Gibson planning Passion of the Christ sequel (exclusive)". Archived April 11, 2021, at the Wayback Machine The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 13, 2019.
  12. ^ Dostis, Melanie (June 9, 2019)."Mel Gibson is working on a Passion of the Christ sequel". Archived April 7, 2023, at the Wayback Machine New York Daily News. Retrieved October 13, 2019.
  13. ^ Mike Fleming Jr (September 6, 2016). "Mel Gibson On His Venice Festival Comeback Picture 'Hacksaw Ridge' – Q&A". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 10, 2016. Retrieved September 11, 2016.
  14. ^ Bond, Paul (January 30, 2018). "Jim Caviezel in Talks to Play Jesus in Mel Gibson's 'Passion' Sequel". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 19, 2020. Retrieved March 2, 2020.
  15. ^ "'The Passion of the Christ' actor: Painful movie 'mistakes' made hit film 'more beautiful'". Fox Nation. March 23, 2020. Archived from the original on March 22, 2020. Retrieved March 23, 2020.
  16. ^ Guno, Nina V. (September 24, 2020). "'Passion of the Christ 2' is coming, says Jim Caviezel". Inquirer Entertainment. INQUIRER.net. Archived from the original on October 31, 2021. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
  17. ^ Nozari, Aisha (January 6, 2023). "Mel Gibson gearing up to film Passion of the Christ sequel in 'next few months' with 'Jim Caviezel returning as Jesus'". Metro. Archived from the original on January 14, 2023. Retrieved January 6, 2023.
  18. ^ a b Fenton, Francesca (January 15, 2023). "Filming of 'The Passion of the Christ' sequel set to begin this spring". Archived from the original on April 10, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
  19. ^ Burkepile, Jacqueline (January 9, 2023). "Mel Gibson's 'Passion of the Christ' Sequel to Begin Filming in 2023". Archived from the original on February 4, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
  20. ^ Ruimy, Jordan (January 4, 2023). "Mel Gibson's 'Passion of the Christ: Resurrection' Shooting in Mid-2023". Archived from the original on April 4, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
  21. ^ "Mel Gibson 'months from shooting The Passion of the Christ sequel'". Yahoo. January 6, 2023. Archived from the original on February 2, 2023. Retrieved January 6, 2023.
  22. ^ VanHoose, Benjamin (April 3, 2023). "'Passion of the Christ' Actor Christo Jivkov Dead at 48 from Cancer". People. Archived from the original on April 9, 2023. Retrieved April 8, 2023.
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  24. ^ "Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection Part I To be Shot in Rome and Mexico". The Cinemaholic. November 9, 2023. Retrieved April 6, 2024.

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