The Passion of the Christ The Passion of the Christ is a powerful and emotionally intense film directed by Mel Gibson, depicting the final 12 hours of Jesus Christ's life. The film follows Jesus’ arrest, trial, suffering, and crucifixion, highlighting his physical and spiritual anguish. With dialogue in Aramaic, Latin, and Hebrew, the movie aims to authentically portray the brutality of the events leading to the crucifixion, while emphasizing themes of sacrifice, redemption, and unwavering faith. It is a deeply moving portrayal of love, forgiveness, and the human struggle with good and evil.