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[Romulus]

Mel wanted to try and accommodate those people by making a version that is softer and gentler,"

Et tu, Mel?

[Rutles4Ever]

The title to this thread reads as if he's adding more violent scenes.

Not sure why he's bending on this now.

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[GOP_Party_Animal]

Is it just me? It seems to be that the first thing anybody mentions about this film is the gore - like it was created for that purpose. I honestly did not find it to be exceptionally gory compared to other movies I've seen, but I'm sure some who almost never go to movies woud be taken aback.

[Onelifetogive]

Mel wanted to try and accommodate those people by making a version that is softer and gentler...

I am not sure if some reality is compromised when the "cat-of-nine-tails" is replaced by a feather tickler....

[olivia3boys]

I'm happy about this (fewer violent scenes). I wanted to be able to show my 9 yr old this movie. My 6 yr old probably can't quite read the subtitles yet (or at least not quickly enough!).

In fact I might buy this new version for my family now. Smart move. There are a LOT of Christian families who'd like to show it to their children.

[Brilliant]

Well, that ought to finally get the liberals to watch it.

[bourbon]

I wonder if that loser Frank Rich will call this edition less "pornographic?"

[djreece]

This is a great idea. I know an older lady who had to leave at the showing I attended because she couldn't handle the violence. Also, as much as I loved it, I haven't been able to bring myself to see it again. Having two versions will really allow a larger audience to be able to see it and make it more accessible for families.

[Brig_Gen_George_P_Harrison_CSA]

I never did understand why this movie was so controversial. The Crucifixion of Jesus was a very violent affair, and found Gibson's graphic portrayal useful in understanding the suffering through which the sins of man are washed away. The exclusive Latin/Aramaic dialog was a stroke of genius on Gibson's part. I'll be curious to see what new scenes have been added.

[Coleus]

NJ Catholic priest was so appalled by Mel Gibson's "The Passion of The Christ'' that he described the film as "religious barbarism.'' "I saw it as religious barbarism ... in my opinion, God did not send his son to die,''

The Gospel of Mel Gibson