Article March 22, 2004 ISSUE

The Passion of THE CHRIST—another perspective

By Chet Manchester

THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST continues to generate intense debate among film critics and moviegoers, believers and nonbelievers. Viewers hold widely diverging opinions about the film's graphic violence, its historical accuracy, and its depiction of Jews. But as more and more people investigate the film, there will be opportunities for discussions about the deeper issues surrounding Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.

About the author

Chet Manchester has written and produced numerous films on spiritual themes, including two recent films about the namesake of The Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Betterment of Humanity in Boston. He is currently the Library's artistic director.

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