Will you buy "The Passion" when released to video?

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Dave and Squirt I think my uncle has both of you beat on reasons for not seeing the Passion…

“No thanks… I read the book.”

Funniest thing I ever heard. This from someone who’s so dyslexic that in fact the bible is the only book he’s ever read 😃 .

On the other hand, despite the fact that I have no TV I might get a copy anyway.
 
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SDA2RC:
I will certainly buy it… it is by far one of the most powerful things I have ever seen… Brandon
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Couldn’t have said it any better myself. I’ll definitely be adding it to my collection as well.
 
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ByzCath:
And with out the Resurrection there would be no reason for the Passion.

I am always interested in Christians who wish to force their spirituality on everyone else or who make the claim that their spirituality is superior to others.

No where did I say that there was no benefit in meditating on the Passion… I just chose to do so with the Gosples instead of with a movie.
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Sorry, David, I did not mean to come across as demeaning but after re-reading my post, I can see how you would take offense. One of the challenges of the written word as opposed to speaking. Guess I did some assuming in that your post seemed to dismiss the passion in favor of the resurrection, and for me they are joined so closely that yes, indeed, you cannot really appreciate either one without the other, which was the point I was trying make (although I seem to have made it poorly). And perhaps you were making some assumptions by stating that I said my spirituality is superior to others (which is so far from the truth!) I have much to learn…

I apologize.
 
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Didi:
Sorry, David, I did not mean to come across as demeaning but after re-reading my post, I can see how you would take offense. One of the challenges of the written word as opposed to speaking. Guess I did some assuming in that your post seemed to dismiss the passion in favor of the resurrection, and for me they are joined so closely that yes, indeed, you cannot really appreciate either one without the other, which was the point I was trying make (although I seem to have made it poorly). And perhaps you were making some assumptions by stating that I said my spirituality is superior to others (which is so far from the truth!) I have much to learn…

I apologize.
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Didi,
Thank you and I too will apologize. I guess I did read into it and didn’t give you the benefit of the doubt as I should have.

I have seen the movie. I waited until Good Friday to see it. It was well done, but I do not think owning the DVD will do me any good. I think over time it will lose its power. I prefer to read the Gospel accounts and let my mind do the rest.

As I said in another post some time ago, while in the theater watching the movie, I developed one of the worst migraines I have had in a long time. I wonder if it was the camera techniques used and do not wish to try it again.
 
I would like to see footage used as Stations of the Cross or maybe the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary.
 
I have already pre-ordered the DVD. I believe it’s scheduled to be released by the end of August. I saw the film twice in movie theaters and I plan to make the DVD part of my Good Friday devotions each year. I thought it was important for Catholics to support our fellow brother in Christ, Mel Gibson. Therefore, in addition to purchasing several movie tickets, I also bought copies of the official book on *The Passion of the Christ *to give as gifts. I also purchased the CD version of the film soundtrack. It was not just a great film but a moving and meaningful experience.
 
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larryo:
I have already pre-ordered the DVD. I believe it’s scheduled to be released by the end of August. I saw the film twice in movie theaters and I plan to make the DVD part of my Good Friday devotions each year. I thought it was important for Catholics to support our fellow brother in Christ, Mel Gibson. Therefore, in addition to purchasing several movie tickets, I also bought copies of the official book on *The Passion of the Christ *to give as gifts. I also purchased the CD version of the film soundtrack. It was not just a great film but a moving and meaningful experience.
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Two comments on this…

I attend the Good Friday services as my devotion… I just added the movie this year because I had a half day at work.

The second point is the part I disagree with and one of the reasons why I will not buy the DVD. I support the Church with my money. I do not see the purchasing of a movie as such support especially when it goes into the pockets of an individual who may or may not be in schism (I do not know, but there are commets that he has made that bother me). So that added to the other reasons, I am not buying it…

It is strange how we are up to 5 no votes but only two of us have responded… I wonder if others fear the reaction of those who are buying it.
 
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ByzCath:
It is strange how we are up to 5 no votes but only two of us have responded… I wonder if others fear the reaction of those who are buying it.
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i hate anyone who doesn’t buy “the passion” on dvd or video. it is a mortal sin if it’s not in your collection

just kidding, i wonder the same thing Byz. btw, i really enjoy your posts (i have seen them on other threads). you have made me very curious about the byzantine rite. i am a protestant considering conversion and your posts have made me really consider the byzantine rite. there are a number of them in my area (which is strange because i had never heard of it before and i just moved to a rural community from a big city). if you could inform me via pm a little more about the rite i would greatly appreciate it. thanks.
 
It’s a ‘must’ for me. Although I will not be adding it to my DVD collection. Instead, I will add it to my Catholic literature collection.
 
Yes, I will! There are times in our life when the opportunity to experience this film might be of help for further growing. The message of the film was very clear!

G.G.
 
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ByzCath:
It is strange how we are up to 5 no votes but only two of us have responded… I wonder if others fear the reaction of those who are buying it.
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As a percentage of voters posting reasons, we’re about neck-to-neck with the ‘yes’ camp.
 
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ByzCath:
The second point is the part I disagree with and one of the reasons why I will not buy the DVD. I support the Church with my money. I do not see the purchasing of a movie as such support especially when it goes into the pockets of an individual who may or may not be in schism (I do not know, but there are commets that he has made that bother me). So that added to the other reasons, I am not buying it…
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I already stated my plan to purchase the DVD, but I have to agree here. I want to purchase it because I find it aedifying, but it is no substitute for the devotions of the Church (Liturgy of the Passion, Stations of the Cross, et cetera)
 
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OhioBob:
Not too much doubt about that. The movie has already made over $600 million worldwide and estimates are that it will cross the $1 Billion mark by year end. Rather astounding for a subtitled movie about Jesus, no?

Although I hope Hollywood will learn something from that, I also hope for world peace and a cure for cancer (about as equally likely). :cool:
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And “*Therese” *coming hot on the heels of the Passion! YES!!

But remember, the anti-Jesus films are coming: Ron Howard is currently directing "The DaVinci Code." I used to love his movies - I will never see another one he directs. :mad:

To answer the original question, yes we will buy it.
 
I can’t wait! I saw it 2 times in the theatre, it was a
real expierence. The big screen is the best, so if you can
still see it in a theatre, go!

Glad to see it is coming out in DVD and Video for those
who missed it in the theatre or want to add it to their
collection.

Take Care!
Debbie:clapping:
 
I would love to see the DVD with a special feature where it would switch to certain scenes (not the whole movie) for those praying the sorrowful mysteries or the stations of the cross. Maybe it could be like stills in a slideshow. That would be terrific!!! 👍
 
I am buying one and one for my son and his wife, and for my sister and kids Godmother whom can’t afford it, I will probably be buying
four or five copies, one for my family, and others I know that can
not afford it.
 
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tmak:
EddieArent,

You forgot the Photo Book with photography from the movie! It’s a nice book to have on your cocktail table!

Tom
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Back during Lent, right after I saw the movie on the day after Ash Wednesday…I bought several copies of that book’s “Catholic edition” to give to friends.

The only difference between the “Catholic edition” and the other edition is that the scriptural quotes in the Catholic edition are from a “Catholic bible” – meaning that the quotes are from the Douay-Rheims bible… whereas the same scriptural quotes in the other edition are from a “non-Catholic bible” (like the King James Version).

A few copies from EWTN (www.ewtn.com). I just phoned EWTN, gave them my debit card number, and they shipped it to me.

You can see where the cover of the book has “Catholic Edition” in a slant in the upper left corner.

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A pictorial book depicting the Passion and Death of Our Lord in beautiful color photographs, taken by professional photographers during the filming of Mel Gibson’s movie The Passion of the Christ. This book retells the whole story of Our Lord’s Passion, as told in the film - but in pictures.

Includes corresponding Scriptural passages, taken from the Douay-Rheims Bible.

The perfect gift for your family this Lenten season!

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And a few copies from a local Catholic bookstore, too.

It’s available from www.catholic.com:

shop.catholic.com/cgi-local/SoftCart.exe/online-store/scstore/p-B0504.html?L+scstore+zywh0669ff0d5a0d+1097620222

It’s available at Barnes & Noble… but I think that’s the edition that uses quotes from the KJV.

Either way… it’s the exact same pictures, laid out the exact same way, with the exact same forward by Mel Gibson.

I’ve cautioned my friends to whom I gave this book that IF they were planning to EVER go to see the movie, to NOT unwrap that book until AFTER they’ve seen the movie. Otherwise, I was concerned that the impact of the movie might not be the same as if they hadn’t seen the pictures in the book already.

Hope that wasn’t uncharitable of me… 😦
 
I ordered 3 copies! I went to it in the theater 8 times. Its the finest movie I have ever seen.
 
I have went a step further and put it on my recommended list from my ministry, Divine Love Ministries.
 
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