The Passion of the Christ (Original title)The Passion (Working title)The Passion of Christ (Working title)
Date: 2004 (Copyright)Country: USADirector: Mel Gibson
Production company billing: ©2004 Icon Distribution, Inc. An Icon Productions presentation An Icon production A Mel Gibson film Dolby/DTS/SDDS Prints by DeLuxe [2.35:1] Subtitles Filmed in Panavision Kodak film stock
Synopsis: Drama. The last twelve hours in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, from his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane to his death on the cross at Golgotha.
Genre: Drama
Title: Book reviewsAuthor: Dault, DavidArticle type: Book ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Of 'The Passion of the Christ' by Neal King.
In: Sight and Sound v19 n1 January 2009 Page: 104
Title: Letters: letter of the month: Martyrs inc.Author: HEMMING-KHAN, Adil Article type: LetterLanguage: English
Description: Discusses themes of martyrdom and images of the body in Steve McQueen's HUNGER and Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Sight and Sound v17 n8 August 2007 Page: 86
Title: Reviews: DVDs: The Passion of the Christ-Director's EditionAuthor: FAHY, Patrick Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Cinema Journal v46 n2 Winter 2007 Pages: 3-39
Title: The revered gaze: the medieval imaginary of Mel Gibson's...Author: GRIFFITHS, Alison Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: "...The Passion of the Christ". Discusses the different ways The Passion or Christ's crucifiction can be experienced thr ough visual media, and the similarities aesthetically. Inclu des a case study of The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1574 1 Dec 2006 Page: 41
Title: Christmas presenceAuthor: MITCHELL, Robert Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: The NATIVITY STORY targets the Christian market, having had its world premiere at the Vatican, & could save the year-on- end worldwide box-office performance. Note on its release da te in selected countries & The PASSION OF THE CHRIST taking
In: Film Quarterly v59 n4 Summer 2006 Pages: 11-22
Title: Beholding Blood Sacrifice in The PASSION OF THE CHRIST - ...Author: PRINCE, Stephen Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: "...How Real Is Movie Violence?". Explores the viewer's perception of the realism portrayed in The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, relating to the scenes of scourging and the cruci- fixion of Jesus.
In: Sight and Sound v16 n4 April 2006 Page: 6
Title: Icon therefore you can'tAuthor: JAAFAR, Ali Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An aperçu of Western films depicting religious icons which have sparked anger across the Muslim world long before the publication of Danish drawings representing the prophet Mo- hammed in September 2005.
In: Screen International vSpec. nOscars The Talent 2004 Page: 16
Title: The power and the gloryAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Producer Bruce Davey tells how Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST defied expectations to become the highest- grossing independently financed film of all time.
In: Premiere v18 n6 March 2005 Pages: 98-100,102,118
Title: Who's afraid of Harvey Keitel?Author: MATLOFF, Jason Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Actor Harvey Keitel talks about being cast in various films, his view on Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, nudity in The PIANO and working relationship with directors.
In: Film Score Monthly v10 n1 Jan/Feb 2005 Pages: 10-14
Title: FSM's Annual Best & Worst Awards: The End of All Things!Author: KAPLAN, Jon Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An irreverent article in which composers and soundtracks are given best and worst awards.
In: Playback 3 Jan 2005 Page: 23
Title: Distrib scoops of the yearAuthor: LARRACEY, Judith Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Information on the Canadian box office and video/dvd sales for FAHRENHEIT 9/11 and The PASSION OF CHRIST in 2004.
In: Sight and Sound v15 n2 February 2005 Pages: 4-5
Title: Say it in FrenchAuthor: GANT, Charles Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Agnès Jaoui's COMME UNE IMAGE has enjoyed a healthy word-of- mouth success in the UK whereas Amma Asante's A WAY OF LIFE was shied away by audience despite encouraging reviews. List of 2004 foreign-language films at the UK/Ireland box office
In: Sight and Sound v14 n11 November 2004 Page: 78
Title: The Passion of the ChristAuthor: FAHY, Patrick Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Screen International vSpec. nOscars The Films 2004 Page: [whole issue]
Title: And the Oscar goes to...Author: HALLIGAN, Fionnuala Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A look at the contenders for the 2004 Academy Awards
In: Film-Echo/Filmwoche n11 13 March 2004 Page: 27
Title: FilmkritikAuthor: DOCKHORN, Katharina Article type: CreditsLanguage: German
In: Empire n179 May 2004 Page: 28
Title: Now showingAuthor: Nathan, IanArticle type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Vanity Fair n523 March 2004 Pages: 74-77
Title: The gospel according to MelAuthor: HITCHENS, Christopher Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Opinion piece by Christopher Hitchens on the ethical and religious issues raised by Mel Gibson's film The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: The Independent Film and Video Monthly v27 n6 July/August 2004 Page: 13,15
Title: First person: Why the Passion?Author: GELLES, Peter Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Argues that The LADYKILLERS is a much worse example of racism than The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1442 27 Feb 2004 Page: 23
Title: ReviewsAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: ChartsLanguage: English
Description: A review and also a chart giving distribution details for the US, Mexico, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Israel, Hong Kong and Japan.
In: Screen International n1472 15 Oct 2004 Page: 9
Title: Foreign-languages films take on popcorn crowdAuthor: MINNS, Adam Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Foreign-language titles seem to be breaking out of the art- house arena in the UK accounting for 2.5% of the total box- office gross in 2003 compared to 2.2% in 2002, with the success of HERO and The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Sight and Sound v14 n5 May 2004 Page: 8
Title: Mr busyArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Comment on the box office success of Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST which has so far grossed in the US just over $300 million.
In: Film Score Monthly v9 n2 February 2004 Pages: 12-14
Title: Act of faith: John Debney brings his own passion to Mel ...Author: BOND, Jeff Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On John Debney's music for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST. "...Gibson's controversial film".
In: Metro n140 2004 Pages: 14-19
Title: Mel Gibson's passion and `The Passion of the Christ'Author: MCFARLANE, Brian Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Examination of The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Premiere n326 April 2004 Page: 42
Title: Cahier critiqueAuthor: CARRATIER, Mathieu Article type: ReviewLanguage: French
In: Screen International n1438 30 Jan 2004 Pages: 10-12
Title: People: US: Oh come, all ye faithfulAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A report on the marketing strategy of Newmarket Films' Bob Berney which has apparently ensured huge commercial success for Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF CHRIST.
In: American Cinematographer v85 n3 March 2004 Pages: 48-52,54-61
Title: A savior's pain: Caleb Deschanel, ASC photographs ...Author: BAILEY, John Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Caleb Deschanel discusses The PASSION OF THE CHRIST with fellow ASC member John Bailey and American Cinematographer executive editor Stephen Pizzello. "...The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, Mel Gibson's controversial.."
In: Radio Times 13 Mar 2004 Page: 49
Title: Barry Norman on Mel Gibson.Author: NORMAN, Barry Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article about Mel Gibson and his film THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST and possible effect on his career.
In: Film International v10 n4 Summer 2004 Pages: 72-73
Title: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST - A Sledgehammer to the MindAuthor: RAHMATI, Shahzad Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Score Monthly v9 n3 March 2004 Pages: 18-24,48
Title: For Christ's sake: a brief history of music for Jesus moviesAuthor: RENICK, Kyle Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Films under discussion: KING OF KINGS (1961); The GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD (1965); The GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ST.MATTHEW (1965); JESUS OF NAZARETH (1977); The LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST (1988); JESUS (1999); The PASSION OF THE CHRIST (2004
In: Film Score Monthly v9 n3 March 2004 Pages: 22-24
Title: The horror of faith: The Passion of the Christ reviewedAuthor: COMERFORD, Jason Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A detailed look at John Debney's music for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1447 2 Apr 2004 Page: 3
Title: This week's top stories: Passion tops overseasArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: International box office details for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Black Filmmaker v6 n27 Nov/Dec 2004 Page: 53
Title: [Black Filmmaker - v6 n27 Nov/Dec 2004: no known title]Author: IGWE, Priscilla Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Review n648 September 2004 Page: 129
Title: The Passion of the ChristAuthor: SJG Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1443 5 Mar 2004 Page: 2
Title: Irish show passionArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Demand is so high for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST that its Irish distributor Eclipse Pictures has had to secure an extra 10 prints.
In: Screen International n1443 5 Mar 2004 Page: 3
Title: US gets Passion-ateArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST has become the top-grossing sub- titled film ever released domestically in the US.
In: Cinefex n97 April 2004 Pages: 27-37
Title: Passion playAuthor: DUNCAN, Jody Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Keith Vanderlaan describes the work of Captive Audience on the makeup and visual effects in Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, including digital greenscreen effects and animatronics.
In: Film International v10 n4 Summer 2004 Pages: 23-25
Title: A Cruel Display of Wounds: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST Acco...Author: AGHDASHLOO, Aydin Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: "...According to Grunewald".
In: Sight and Sound v14 n4 April 2004 Pages: 62-63
Title: ReviewsAuthor: KERMODE, Mark Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1448 9 Apr 2004 Page: 3
Title: This week's top stories: Passion playsArticle type: ChartsLanguage: English
Description: Worldwide box office figures for Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Film Comment v40 n3 May/Jun 2004 Pages: 26-29
Title: Throne of bloodAuthor: O'BRIEN, Geoffrey Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the representation of Christ in The PASSION OF THE CHRIST using the filmic vocabulary of violence.
In: Premiere v18 n1 July/August 2004 Page: 112
Title: Home guideArticle type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Premiere n323 January 2004 Pages: 62-67
Title: Événements 04Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: A photo-report on Mel Gibson's production of The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1480 10 Dec 2004 Page: 15
Title: Inspired by passionAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Brief report on make-up and effects house Captive Audience Productions' techniques to make Jim Caviezel's Christ in Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF CHRIST believable on screen.
In: Variety 23 Feb 2004 Page: 33,39
Title: Film ReviewsAuthor: MCCARTHY, Todd Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1441 20 Feb 2004 Page: 12
Title: People: US: the passion of Mel GibsonAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: An interview with Mel Gibson who discusses the controversy surrounding his latest work, The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1441 20 Feb 2004 Page: 12
Title: People: US: playing GodArticle type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Actor Jim Caviezel discusses taking the role of Jesus in Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Sight and Sound v14 n4 April 2004 Pages: 14-18
Title: Hell in JerusalemAuthor: JAMES, Nick Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An analysis of Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST that considers the effectiveness of Gibson's decision to focus on the scourging of Christ. Also considers accusations of anti-semitism levelled at the film.
In: Le Film Francais n3033 27 Feb 2004 Page: 4
Title: La non-tentation du Christ en FranceAuthor: LECLERC, Fabrice Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: French cinema chains are refusing to distribute Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST because of fears it may spark an outbreak of anti-semitism. France is the only European country where there is no distribution deal for the film.
In: Le Film Francais n3034 5 Mar 2004 Page: 7
Title: "La Passion" baptisera Quinta DistributionAuthor: DACBERT, Sophie Article type: InterviewLanguage: French
Description: Interview with Tarak Ben Ammar of Quinta Communication who discusses his reasons for taking on the distribution of Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST in France.
In: Empire n183 September 2004 Page: 156
Title: Remote control: playAuthor: NEWMAN, Kim Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Review vSpec. n50 Oscars Issue Page: 114
Title: Reviews directoryAuthor: MILLAR, John Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Empire n178 April 2004 Pages: 56-57
Title: Intermission: the price of passionAuthor: RUSSON, Scott Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A report on the controversy caused by Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST over perceived anti-semitism in the film.
In: Literature/Film Quarterly v32 n3 2004 Pages: 240-243
Title: The Passion of Mel GibsonAuthor: WHALEN, Tom Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the Hollywood version of the story of Christ: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1478 26 Nov 2004 Pages: 24-25
Title: Cinematography: The charge of the light brigadeAuthor: KAY, Jeremy Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Leading cinematographers talk about the challenges of some spectacular sequences: Richardson (AVIATOR); Deschanel (The PASSION OF THE CHRIST); Delbonnel (A VERY LONG ENGAGEMENT); Xiading (HOUSE OF FLYING DAGGERS); Pietro (ALEXANDER).
In: Cinéaste v29 n3 Summer 2004 Pages: 13-17
Title: Sacred Savagery - The Passion of the ChristAuthor: GRACE, Pamela Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Analytical review.
In: Cinema Scope n18 Spring 2004 Pages: 74-75
Title: Currency: Jesus BledAuthor: PRIDE, Ray Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Metro n142 2004 Pages: 204-205
Title: The PASSION OF THE CHRISTAuthor: AOUN, Steven Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1424 10 Oct 2003 Page: 24
Title: Distribution: putting faith in filmAuthor: KAY, Jeremy Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An analysis of the ups and downs of marketing films with a Christian theme, focusing on Mel Gibson's The PASSION. Includes a chart showing box office gross for religious films in the US market 1997-2003.
In: The Hollywood Reporter v375 n44 5 Nov 2002 Page: 33
Title: Production ChartsArticle type: CreditsLanguage: English
Author: Clayton, Wickham Pages: xx, 278 pages
Title: Blockbusters and the ancient world: allegory and warfare in contemporary Hollywood
Author: DAVIES, Chris Pages: viii, 245 pages
Title: Passion of the Christ
Author: KING, Neal Pages: xvii, 148 p.
Title: epic film in world culture
Author: BURGOYNE, Robert Pages: xii, 391 p.
Title: religious film: Christianity and the hagiopic
Author: GRACE, Pamela Pages: xii, 180 p.
Title: Manhood in Hollywood from Bush to Bush
Author: GREVEN, David Pages: x, 297 p.
Title: Catholics in the movies
Author: MCDANNELL, Colleen Pages: xiv, 362 pages
Title: Movies and the moral adventure of life
Author: STONE, Alan A. Pages: xvi, 219 p.
Title: historical epic and contemporary Hollywood: from Dances with Wolves to Gladiator
Author: RUSSELL, James Pages: viii, 248 p.
Title: Mel Gibson's Passion: the film, the controversy, and it's implications
Author: GARBER, Zev Pages: 184 p.
Title: Cinematic savior: Hollywood's making of the American Christ
Author: HUMPHRIES-BROOKS, Stephenson Pages: x, 159 p.
Title: On The Passion of the Christ: exploring the issues raised by the controversial movie
Author: FREDRIKSEN, Paula Pages: xxiii, 284 p.
Title: Cinéma divinité: religion, theology and the bible in film
Author: CHRISTIANSON, Eric S. Pages: xvii, 373 p.
Title: Re-viewing The Passion: Mel Gibson's film and its critics
Author: PLATE, S. Brent Pages: xxiii, 198 p.
Title: Jesus and Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ: the film, the Gospels and the claims of history
Author: CORLEY, Kathleen E. Pages: ix, 198 p.
Title: After The Passion is gone: American religious consequences
Author: LANDRES, J. Shawn Pages: xiii, 348 p.
Title: Cinematic illusions: realism, subjectivity and the avant-garde
Author: CARDULLO, Bert Pages: ix, 211 p.
Title: movies on my mind: selected criticism, 2002-2007
Author: CARDULLO, Bert Pages: x, 310p.
Title: Controversial cinema: the films that outraged America
Author: PHILLIPS, Kendall R. Pages: xxi, 206 p.
Date: 2004 (Copyright)Country: USADirector: Mel Gibson
Production company billing: ©2004 Icon Distribution, Inc. An Icon Productions presentation An Icon production A Mel Gibson film Dolby/DTS/SDDS Prints by DeLuxe [2.35:1] Subtitles Filmed in Panavision Kodak film stock
Synopsis: Drama. The last twelve hours in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, from his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane to his death on the cross at Golgotha.
Genre: Drama
Articles held in BFI Reuben Library
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In: Historical Journal of Film, Radio and Television v33 n2 June 2013 Pages: 321-322Title: Book reviewsAuthor: Dault, DavidArticle type: Book ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Of 'The Passion of the Christ' by Neal King.
In: Sight and Sound v19 n1 January 2009 Page: 104
Title: Letters: letter of the month: Martyrs inc.Author: HEMMING-KHAN, Adil Article type: LetterLanguage: English
Description: Discusses themes of martyrdom and images of the body in Steve McQueen's HUNGER and Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Sight and Sound v17 n8 August 2007 Page: 86
Title: Reviews: DVDs: The Passion of the Christ-Director's EditionAuthor: FAHY, Patrick Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Cinema Journal v46 n2 Winter 2007 Pages: 3-39
Title: The revered gaze: the medieval imaginary of Mel Gibson's...Author: GRIFFITHS, Alison Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: "...The Passion of the Christ". Discusses the different ways The Passion or Christ's crucifiction can be experienced thr ough visual media, and the similarities aesthetically. Inclu des a case study of The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1574 1 Dec 2006 Page: 41
Title: Christmas presenceAuthor: MITCHELL, Robert Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: The NATIVITY STORY targets the Christian market, having had its world premiere at the Vatican, & could save the year-on- end worldwide box-office performance. Note on its release da te in selected countries & The PASSION OF THE CHRIST taking
In: Film Quarterly v59 n4 Summer 2006 Pages: 11-22
Title: Beholding Blood Sacrifice in The PASSION OF THE CHRIST - ...Author: PRINCE, Stephen Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: "...How Real Is Movie Violence?". Explores the viewer's perception of the realism portrayed in The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, relating to the scenes of scourging and the cruci- fixion of Jesus.
In: Sight and Sound v16 n4 April 2006 Page: 6
Title: Icon therefore you can'tAuthor: JAAFAR, Ali Article type: Short ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An aperçu of Western films depicting religious icons which have sparked anger across the Muslim world long before the publication of Danish drawings representing the prophet Mo- hammed in September 2005.
In: Screen International vSpec. nOscars The Talent 2004 Page: 16
Title: The power and the gloryAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Producer Bruce Davey tells how Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST defied expectations to become the highest- grossing independently financed film of all time.
In: Premiere v18 n6 March 2005 Pages: 98-100,102,118
Title: Who's afraid of Harvey Keitel?Author: MATLOFF, Jason Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Actor Harvey Keitel talks about being cast in various films, his view on Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, nudity in The PIANO and working relationship with directors.
In: Film Score Monthly v10 n1 Jan/Feb 2005 Pages: 10-14
Title: FSM's Annual Best & Worst Awards: The End of All Things!Author: KAPLAN, Jon Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An irreverent article in which composers and soundtracks are given best and worst awards.
In: Playback 3 Jan 2005 Page: 23
Title: Distrib scoops of the yearAuthor: LARRACEY, Judith Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Information on the Canadian box office and video/dvd sales for FAHRENHEIT 9/11 and The PASSION OF CHRIST in 2004.
In: Sight and Sound v15 n2 February 2005 Pages: 4-5
Title: Say it in FrenchAuthor: GANT, Charles Article type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Agnès Jaoui's COMME UNE IMAGE has enjoyed a healthy word-of- mouth success in the UK whereas Amma Asante's A WAY OF LIFE was shied away by audience despite encouraging reviews. List of 2004 foreign-language films at the UK/Ireland box office
In: Sight and Sound v14 n11 November 2004 Page: 78
Title: The Passion of the ChristAuthor: FAHY, Patrick Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Screen International vSpec. nOscars The Films 2004 Page: [whole issue]
Title: And the Oscar goes to...Author: HALLIGAN, Fionnuala Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A look at the contenders for the 2004 Academy Awards
In: Film-Echo/Filmwoche n11 13 March 2004 Page: 27
Title: FilmkritikAuthor: DOCKHORN, Katharina Article type: CreditsLanguage: German
In: Empire n179 May 2004 Page: 28
Title: Now showingAuthor: Nathan, IanArticle type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Vanity Fair n523 March 2004 Pages: 74-77
Title: The gospel according to MelAuthor: HITCHENS, Christopher Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Opinion piece by Christopher Hitchens on the ethical and religious issues raised by Mel Gibson's film The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: The Independent Film and Video Monthly v27 n6 July/August 2004 Page: 13,15
Title: First person: Why the Passion?Author: GELLES, Peter Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Argues that The LADYKILLERS is a much worse example of racism than The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1442 27 Feb 2004 Page: 23
Title: ReviewsAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: ChartsLanguage: English
Description: A review and also a chart giving distribution details for the US, Mexico, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Israel, Hong Kong and Japan.
In: Screen International n1472 15 Oct 2004 Page: 9
Title: Foreign-languages films take on popcorn crowdAuthor: MINNS, Adam Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Foreign-language titles seem to be breaking out of the art- house arena in the UK accounting for 2.5% of the total box- office gross in 2003 compared to 2.2% in 2002, with the success of HERO and The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Sight and Sound v14 n5 May 2004 Page: 8
Title: Mr busyArticle type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Comment on the box office success of Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST which has so far grossed in the US just over $300 million.
In: Film Score Monthly v9 n2 February 2004 Pages: 12-14
Title: Act of faith: John Debney brings his own passion to Mel ...Author: BOND, Jeff Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On John Debney's music for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST. "...Gibson's controversial film".
In: Metro n140 2004 Pages: 14-19
Title: Mel Gibson's passion and `The Passion of the Christ'Author: MCFARLANE, Brian Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Examination of The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Premiere n326 April 2004 Page: 42
Title: Cahier critiqueAuthor: CARRATIER, Mathieu Article type: ReviewLanguage: French
In: Screen International n1438 30 Jan 2004 Pages: 10-12
Title: People: US: Oh come, all ye faithfulAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A report on the marketing strategy of Newmarket Films' Bob Berney which has apparently ensured huge commercial success for Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF CHRIST.
In: American Cinematographer v85 n3 March 2004 Pages: 48-52,54-61
Title: A savior's pain: Caleb Deschanel, ASC photographs ...Author: BAILEY, John Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Caleb Deschanel discusses The PASSION OF THE CHRIST with fellow ASC member John Bailey and American Cinematographer executive editor Stephen Pizzello. "...The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, Mel Gibson's controversial.."
In: Radio Times 13 Mar 2004 Page: 49
Title: Barry Norman on Mel Gibson.Author: NORMAN, Barry Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Article about Mel Gibson and his film THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST and possible effect on his career.
In: Film International v10 n4 Summer 2004 Pages: 72-73
Title: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST - A Sledgehammer to the MindAuthor: RAHMATI, Shahzad Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Score Monthly v9 n3 March 2004 Pages: 18-24,48
Title: For Christ's sake: a brief history of music for Jesus moviesAuthor: RENICK, Kyle Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Films under discussion: KING OF KINGS (1961); The GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD (1965); The GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ST.MATTHEW (1965); JESUS OF NAZARETH (1977); The LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST (1988); JESUS (1999); The PASSION OF THE CHRIST (2004
In: Film Score Monthly v9 n3 March 2004 Pages: 22-24
Title: The horror of faith: The Passion of the Christ reviewedAuthor: COMERFORD, Jason Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A detailed look at John Debney's music for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1447 2 Apr 2004 Page: 3
Title: This week's top stories: Passion tops overseasArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: International box office details for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Black Filmmaker v6 n27 Nov/Dec 2004 Page: 53
Title: [Black Filmmaker - v6 n27 Nov/Dec 2004: no known title]Author: IGWE, Priscilla Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Review n648 September 2004 Page: 129
Title: The Passion of the ChristAuthor: SJG Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1443 5 Mar 2004 Page: 2
Title: Irish show passionArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: Demand is so high for The PASSION OF THE CHRIST that its Irish distributor Eclipse Pictures has had to secure an extra 10 prints.
In: Screen International n1443 5 Mar 2004 Page: 3
Title: US gets Passion-ateArticle type: NoteLanguage: English
Description: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST has become the top-grossing sub- titled film ever released domestically in the US.
In: Cinefex n97 April 2004 Pages: 27-37
Title: Passion playAuthor: DUNCAN, Jody Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Keith Vanderlaan describes the work of Captive Audience on the makeup and visual effects in Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST, including digital greenscreen effects and animatronics.
In: Film International v10 n4 Summer 2004 Pages: 23-25
Title: A Cruel Display of Wounds: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST Acco...Author: AGHDASHLOO, Aydin Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: "...According to Grunewald".
In: Sight and Sound v14 n4 April 2004 Pages: 62-63
Title: ReviewsAuthor: KERMODE, Mark Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1448 9 Apr 2004 Page: 3
Title: This week's top stories: Passion playsArticle type: ChartsLanguage: English
Description: Worldwide box office figures for Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Film Comment v40 n3 May/Jun 2004 Pages: 26-29
Title: Throne of bloodAuthor: O'BRIEN, Geoffrey Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the representation of Christ in The PASSION OF THE CHRIST using the filmic vocabulary of violence.
In: Premiere v18 n1 July/August 2004 Page: 112
Title: Home guideArticle type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Premiere n323 January 2004 Pages: 62-67
Title: Événements 04Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: A photo-report on Mel Gibson's production of The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1480 10 Dec 2004 Page: 15
Title: Inspired by passionAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Brief report on make-up and effects house Captive Audience Productions' techniques to make Jim Caviezel's Christ in Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF CHRIST believable on screen.
In: Variety 23 Feb 2004 Page: 33,39
Title: Film ReviewsAuthor: MCCARTHY, Todd Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1441 20 Feb 2004 Page: 12
Title: People: US: the passion of Mel GibsonAuthor: GOODRIDGE, Mike Article type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: An interview with Mel Gibson who discusses the controversy surrounding his latest work, The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1441 20 Feb 2004 Page: 12
Title: People: US: playing GodArticle type: InterviewLanguage: English
Description: Actor Jim Caviezel discusses taking the role of Jesus in Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Sight and Sound v14 n4 April 2004 Pages: 14-18
Title: Hell in JerusalemAuthor: JAMES, Nick Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An analysis of Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST that considers the effectiveness of Gibson's decision to focus on the scourging of Christ. Also considers accusations of anti-semitism levelled at the film.
In: Le Film Francais n3033 27 Feb 2004 Page: 4
Title: La non-tentation du Christ en FranceAuthor: LECLERC, Fabrice Article type: ArticleLanguage: French
Description: French cinema chains are refusing to distribute Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST because of fears it may spark an outbreak of anti-semitism. France is the only European country where there is no distribution deal for the film.
In: Le Film Francais n3034 5 Mar 2004 Page: 7
Title: "La Passion" baptisera Quinta DistributionAuthor: DACBERT, Sophie Article type: InterviewLanguage: French
Description: Interview with Tarak Ben Ammar of Quinta Communication who discusses his reasons for taking on the distribution of Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST in France.
In: Empire n183 September 2004 Page: 156
Title: Remote control: playAuthor: NEWMAN, Kim Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Film Review vSpec. n50 Oscars Issue Page: 114
Title: Reviews directoryAuthor: MILLAR, John Article type: CreditsLanguage: English
In: Empire n178 April 2004 Pages: 56-57
Title: Intermission: the price of passionAuthor: RUSSON, Scott Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: A report on the controversy caused by Mel Gibson's The PASSION OF THE CHRIST over perceived anti-semitism in the film.
In: Literature/Film Quarterly v32 n3 2004 Pages: 240-243
Title: The Passion of Mel GibsonAuthor: WHALEN, Tom Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: On the Hollywood version of the story of Christ: The PASSION OF THE CHRIST.
In: Screen International n1478 26 Nov 2004 Pages: 24-25
Title: Cinematography: The charge of the light brigadeAuthor: KAY, Jeremy Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: Leading cinematographers talk about the challenges of some spectacular sequences: Richardson (AVIATOR); Deschanel (The PASSION OF THE CHRIST); Delbonnel (A VERY LONG ENGAGEMENT); Xiading (HOUSE OF FLYING DAGGERS); Pietro (ALEXANDER).
In: Cinéaste v29 n3 Summer 2004 Pages: 13-17
Title: Sacred Savagery - The Passion of the ChristAuthor: GRACE, Pamela Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
Description: Analytical review.
In: Cinema Scope n18 Spring 2004 Pages: 74-75
Title: Currency: Jesus BledAuthor: PRIDE, Ray Article type: ReviewLanguage: English
In: Metro n142 2004 Pages: 204-205
Title: The PASSION OF THE CHRISTAuthor: AOUN, Steven Article type: DVD ReviewLanguage: English
In: Screen International n1424 10 Oct 2003 Page: 24
Title: Distribution: putting faith in filmAuthor: KAY, Jeremy Article type: ArticleLanguage: English
Description: An analysis of the ups and downs of marketing films with a Christian theme, focusing on Mel Gibson's The PASSION. Includes a chart showing box office gross for religious films in the US market 1997-2003.
In: The Hollywood Reporter v375 n44 5 Nov 2002 Page: 33
Title: Production ChartsArticle type: CreditsLanguage: English
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Title: Bible onscreen in the new millennium: new heart and new spiritAuthor: Clayton, Wickham Pages: xx, 278 pages
Title: Blockbusters and the ancient world: allegory and warfare in contemporary Hollywood
Author: DAVIES, Chris Pages: viii, 245 pages
Title: Passion of the Christ
Author: KING, Neal Pages: xvii, 148 p.
Title: epic film in world culture
Author: BURGOYNE, Robert Pages: xii, 391 p.
Title: religious film: Christianity and the hagiopic
Author: GRACE, Pamela Pages: xii, 180 p.
Title: Manhood in Hollywood from Bush to Bush
Author: GREVEN, David Pages: x, 297 p.
Title: Catholics in the movies
Author: MCDANNELL, Colleen Pages: xiv, 362 pages
Title: Movies and the moral adventure of life
Author: STONE, Alan A. Pages: xvi, 219 p.
Title: historical epic and contemporary Hollywood: from Dances with Wolves to Gladiator
Author: RUSSELL, James Pages: viii, 248 p.
Title: Mel Gibson's Passion: the film, the controversy, and it's implications
Author: GARBER, Zev Pages: 184 p.
Title: Cinematic savior: Hollywood's making of the American Christ
Author: HUMPHRIES-BROOKS, Stephenson Pages: x, 159 p.
Title: On The Passion of the Christ: exploring the issues raised by the controversial movie
Author: FREDRIKSEN, Paula Pages: xxiii, 284 p.
Title: Cinéma divinité: religion, theology and the bible in film
Author: CHRISTIANSON, Eric S. Pages: xvii, 373 p.
Title: Re-viewing The Passion: Mel Gibson's film and its critics
Author: PLATE, S. Brent Pages: xxiii, 198 p.
Title: Jesus and Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ: the film, the Gospels and the claims of history
Author: CORLEY, Kathleen E. Pages: ix, 198 p.
Title: After The Passion is gone: American religious consequences
Author: LANDRES, J. Shawn Pages: xiii, 348 p.
Title: Cinematic illusions: realism, subjectivity and the avant-garde
Author: CARDULLO, Bert Pages: ix, 211 p.
Title: movies on my mind: selected criticism, 2002-2007
Author: CARDULLO, Bert Pages: x, 310p.
Title: Controversial cinema: the films that outraged America
Author: PHILLIPS, Kendall R. Pages: xxi, 206 p.