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As a movie, I think "The Passion" failed horribly. If someone who had no idea who Jesus was or hadn't ever read the Bible came into watch the film, they would be pretty lost. The film can't stand up on its own unless you know the story.
The dialogue was a little dry, but they did take most lines directly from the Bible so that's to be expected. Also, Gibson uses a little too much slow motion is some scenes to the point of excess in my opinion. However, the cinematography is just awesome. The way certain shots line up remind me of the many images of the cruxifiction I've been exposed to.
Overall, I think Gibson was trying to convey the suffering of Jesus and that he really did die for our sins, and the movie conveys that well. It's a good movie, but I don't think it's as great as everyone says it is.
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