stirring controversy

Mel Gibson's new movie, Passion of the Christ, which gives a stirring account of Jesus' last 12 hours of life, opened today in theatres. The timing of release is uncanny, not just because its Ash Wednesday, but because I've been re-examining my own faith and spirituality over the last couple months. I've been talking to Catholics and Christians, reading books and articles, and I've probably come up with as many questions as I have gotten answers. The movie has been stirring controversy for the past year, as many have branded the movie anti-semitic (even though it hadn't been shown yet!) -- something which Gibson denies. I'll watch the movie and decide for myself, but from what I can see, it is purely one man's interpretation of an event that occurred 2000 years ago. Like any other historical event, there can be multiple interpretations. Gibson just wanted to share his interpretation and let people question and decide for themselves. Judging by the controversy and flurry of media attention..i think he's already succeeding.