- Mel Gibson's long-awaited sequel is split into two parts, scheduled for release in March and May 2027.
- The story spans from the resurrection of Jesus to the death of the last apostle.
- Jim Caviezel will return as Jesus, and the production will be filmed in Italy.
- Lionsgate will distribute the project, considered one of Gibson's most ambitious.
It has been more than two decades since Passion of Christ, the film directed by Mel Gibson, shook the world box office and sparked intense social and religious debate. Now, The Australian director finally announces his long-awaited sequelEntitled The Resurrection of Christ, a project that has been developing for almost ten years and that will see the light of day in an ambitious two-film proposal which will address in an unprecedented way the events following the crucifixion.
This sequel, which has captured the attention of numerous media outlets and fans, It will focus its plot on the transition between the death and resurrection of Jesus., as well as in the events that followed, also promising a deep and visually striking focus. The films are backed by Lionsgate studio and have been described by Gibson himself as an unusual experience in religious cinema.
Release dates and format
The production will be divided into two parts. The first installment will be in theaters on March 26, 2027., coinciding with Good Friday, an emblematic date in the Christian calendar. The second part will premiere on May 6th. of the same year, right on Ascension Day, separated by the symbolic 40 days and nights that evoke key episodes of biblical tradition.
This approach seeks not only to reinforce the religious character of the saga, but to create a cinematic milestone capable of bringing together the audience around a double event, with special appeal for those who celebrate Holy Week and other religious dates.
International filming and creative team
Filming of The Resurrection of Christ will start in August 2025, with locations primarily at Rome's legendary Cinecittà studios, as well as other historic locations in southern Italy such as Matera, Ginosa, Gravina, Laterza, and Altamura. The confirmation came from Manuela Cacciamani, CEO of Cinecittà, who emphasized the scale of the production in terms of infrastructure and stage construction.
The creative team includes himself Mel Gibson, who returns to the director's and producer's chair alongside Bruce DaveyThe script is the work of Gibson along with writer Randall Wallace —screenwriter of Braveheart- Y Donald Gibson, the director's brother. According to Gibson himself, the writing process has been demanding, as the story covers from the fall of the angels to the death of the last apostle, delving into philosophical, theological and visually original terrain.
Cast and main characters
Although the final list of actors has not yet been made public, it is assumed that Jim caviezel will reprise his role as Jesus of Nazareth, following his portrayal in the original film. Along with him, the return of Monica Bellucci like Mary Magdalene, Maia Morgenstern like the Virgin Mary and Francesco De Vito in the role of the apostle Peter. Some sources suggest that, due to the passage of time, digital rejuvenation techniques may be used to maintain visual consistency with the first installment.
El script also includes key passages from the New Testamentand Jesus' descent into the realm of the dead, encounters with Old Testament saints and the development of Christianity after the resurrectionThe narrative of the second part will focus beyond the ascension to heaven, showing the expansion of faith and the death of the last apostle.
Expectations, controversies and distribution
El The project has generated great excitement following the success and controversy that accompanied the original film., which raised more than 600 million and became one of the most profitable independent releases in history. This time, the studio Lionsgate will be in charge of distribution, showing full confidence in the international reach and in Gibson's ability to surpass the bar set by the first installment.
Despite the challenges arising from the director's controversial past, the The sequel is presented as one of the most ambitious and personal film projects in Mel Gibson's career.Critics and audiences alike are eagerly awaiting whether this double release will match or surpass the social and cultural phenomenon created by the first installment.
With filming about to begin and a technical team dedicated to offering a unique vision of the resurrection of Christ, the saga promises to put religious cinema back at the center of debate and international attention with a unprecedented visual and narrative approach.
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