# The Passion of the Christ (2004)

> Mel Gibson’s severe biblical historical drama follows Jesus through the final hours of betrayal, political condemnation, torture, and crucifixion.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/493

## Facts

- Runtime: 127 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Mel Gibson
- Cast: Jim Caviezel, Maia Morgenstern, Christo Jivkov, Francesco De Vito, Monica Bellucci, Mattia Sbragia, Toni Bertorelli, Luca Lionello
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0335345/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: extreme
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: graphic
- Mood: reverent, harrowing, brooding, religious reflection, easter viewing

## Synopsis

A harrowing journey through faith and sacrifice unfolds as one man faces his ultimate trial.

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