Review of The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) by Ross R — 09 Mar 2008
One of Martin Scorsese's best film is also one of the most controversial films of all time. I find it remarkable that audiences literally eat up "Passion of the Christ,"(by eating I am referring to most people throwing up in their mouths from the sheer violence)but denounced this lyrical poetic film that dives deep into the psyche of Jesus Christ.
Most people refused and still refuse to see the film due to Jesus' feelings towards Mary Magdalene, and a dream sequence (Satan's Last Temptation to stop Jesus from dying for our sins) where he marries her.
Working for peanuts, Scorsese was able to make a beautiful biblical film that challenged our personal view on the life of Christ. There is nothing at all to be ashamed of in trying to understand a man so loved and worshipped by a good portion of the world.
This is one of the best films ever made about Jesus Christ, and remains, for me, a spiritual experience upon every viewing.
This review of The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) was written by Ross R on 09 Mar 2008.
The Last Temptation of Christ has generally received very positive reviews.
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