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Why Mel Gibson’s ‘The Passion of the Christ’ Still Resonates, 21 Years Later

During this Holy Week period, The Passion of the Christ emerges as a compelling reminder of the immense suffering and ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. Directed by Mel Gibson and based on Anne Catherine Emmerich’s book, The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ, this film is an intense portrayal of the final twelve hours of Jesus Christ’s life, from his agony in the Garden of Gethsemane to his crucifixion and resurrection. It’s a testament to the betrayal, pain, and ultimate offering Jesus bore for the very people he came to redeem.

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‘The Chosen’ TV series continues to break ground in bringing the bible to life

“We love our Filipino fans, as the Philippines is one of our most supportive countries in the world,” said Dallas Jenkins, creator, writer, and director of the hit series The Chosen, in August 2020. Now in its fourth season, the Philippines ranks third globally in viewership outside the U.S., following Brazil and Mexico.  The show’s success in the Philippines makes sense, since Filipinos are not only devout Christians traditionally, celebrating the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ year after year, but are also incurable teleserye watchers.   

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Watch the first trailer for the live-action Christmas musical film “Journey to Bethlehem”

The greatest story ever told comes to life on the big screen this Christmas season. Journey to Bethlehem, an upcoming Christmas musical from the executive music producer of Glee Adam Anders, and starring Fiona Palomo, Milo Manheim and Antonio Banderas as King Herod, opens in Philippine cinemas in December. Watch the trailer.  About Journey to Bethlehem A young woman …

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Witness the Power of Faith in “Paul, Apostle of Christ” Exclusively in SM Cinema

This Lenten season, witness the all-too-real story of “Paul, Apostle of Christ,” at SM Cinema. Purveyed in the perspective of the Apostle Luke, the film depicts Paul in the midst of a brutal Roman campaign against religion, persecuting all those who share the faith and preach the word of the Lord through the most gruesome …

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Discover the Gospel According to “Mary Magdalene”

Universal Pictures’ new Biblical drama Mary Magdalene brings a unique and fascinating character to the fore and places her at the heart of the greatest origin story ever told. In Philippine cinemas March 21, Mary Magdalene is directed by Garth Davis (Lion) and stars Rooney Mara (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) and Joaquin Phoenix (Inherent Vice). Set in the …

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Queen of All Media Oprah Leads Voice Cast of Quirky Camels in “The Star”

No less than legendary Queen of Talk and humanitarian Oprah Winfrey leads the voice actors of not-so-wise camels in Sony Pictures Animation’s The Star, a family film about the events leading up to the very first Christmas. Tyler Perry (Gone Girl) lends voice to Cyrus, the know-it-all camel, Felix (Tracy Morgan) is not sure if he …

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“Across The Crescent Moon” Crosses Boundaries to Bring Message of Hope and Peace

In today’s world marred by chaos, bullying and divisiveness, the Filipino motion picture “Across The Crescent Moon” dares to bring the message of peace and unity. Opening on January 25 in cinemas nationwide, “Across The Crescent Moon” tells the story of Abbas (played by heartthrob Matteo Guidicelli), a Moslem Special Action Force (SAF) Exemplary Officer who is …

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