Mel Gibson Announces The Resurrection of The Christ

Mel Gibson announced on Joe Rogan's podcast that he hopes to begin filming a sequel to The Passion of the Christ, titled The Resurrection of the Christ, next year. The script, co-written with his brother and Randall Wallace, has taken nearly seven years to complete and is described by Gibson as 'an acid trip' that explores themes from the fall of the angels to the death of the last apostle. Jim Caviezel is set to reprise his role as Jesus, although Gibson plans to utilize CGI de-aging techniques due to the 20-year gap since the first film. He aims to depict a narrative that includes visits to hell and addresses the origins of Satan, emphasizing the film's ambitious scope. Gibson acknowledged the challenges of executing such a complex story but expressed determination to evoke deep emotions in audiences. The project has stirred considerable interest, especially among fans of the original film.