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Mel Gibson is reportedly about to begin filming the long-awaited sequel to “The Passion of the Christ”.
According to “alternative” movie news site World of Reel, Gibson will begin production on the new film — “The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection” — sometime in late spring, with Jim Caviezel on board to reprise the role of Jesus.
As the site points out, Gibson has been developing the sequel for about a decade, having tapped “Braveheart” screenwriter Randall Wallace to write the script.
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“Resurrection” will reportedly focus on the 24 hours of Jesus’ passion, and the three days between the crucifixion and ultimate resurrection.
“The Passion of the Christ”, which cost $30 million to make, brought in more than $612 million worldwide, making the film one of the most successful independent movies in history.