‘Passion of the Christ’ Sequel ‘Resurrection’ to Start Filming in January: Reports
Actor Jim Caviezel, who portrayed Jesus Christ in the original film, recently revealed in an interview that the highly-anticipated sequel to “Passion of the Christ” will begin production in January 2024. The film, titled “The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection,” will see Caviezel reprising his role as Jesus Christ, with Mel Gibson returning as the director.
The film has been in development for the past 10 years, with Gibson taking his time to ensure a thoughtful and meaningful exploration of the subject matter. The screenplay, written by Gibson and Randall Wallace, is expected to delve into the 24 hours encompassing Jesus’ passion and the events that occurred between his Crucifixion and Resurrection.
According to Caviezel, the upcoming project could potentially be split into two films, making it one of the biggest films in history. However, specific details about the plot and production are yet to be revealed.
Despite ongoing strikes by the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and the Writers Guild of America (WGA), it remains uncertain whether the production of “Resurrection” will be affected. While these strikes have caused disruptions in the industry, there have been exceptions made for independent film projects to continue production.
The original film, “Passion of the Christ,” released in 2004, was a box office success, grossing $612 million on a $30 million budget. It became one of the highest-grossing R-rated films domestically and one of the most successful independent films of all time. Mel Gibson financed the film himself after the major studios turned down his pitch, and its success surprised many in the industry.
Along with the “Passion of the Christ” sequel, Caviezel’s recent film “Sound of Freedom” has also garnered attention. There are discussions about the possibility of a sequel exploring Tim Ballard’s work in Haiti and the issue of human trafficking in that country.
