First black Jesus movie screens at Cannes Film Festival
-23/05/06
The independent, rel
First black Jesus movie screens at Cannes Film Festival
-23/05/06
The independent, religious biopic “Color of the Cross,” based on the last 48 hours of Christ’s life, makes its world premiere at the 59th Annual Cannes Film Market in France this week with an appeal for the blessing of the church.
It comes at a time when Christians around the world are protesting against the Da Vinci Code which premiered last week.
The new film, may also court controversy however.
“Color of the Cross,” meets front and centre in Cannes as the first dramatic film in Hollywood history ever to depict Christ as a man of color. This depiction adds dimension to the conventional biblical story and will challenge many traditionalists.
Jean-Claude LaMarre’s “Color of the Cross” is, according to the film makers, based on scriptural interpretation as well as the added dimension of some historical data pointing to the fact that Christ may have been of African descent and may very well have been dark skinned.
The timely release of this film’s screening at the festival, following the “The Da Vinci Code’s” mixed reviews is sure to raise interest and curiosity.
“Color of the Cross” unlike “Passion of the Christ,” chooses not to focus on the bloody torture of Christ’s crucifixion but, rather, his struggle with impending death. It is here that the film focuses on the more human aspects of the story of Christ.
“Color of the Cross” reaches across a cultural divide to inspire and challenge its viewers intellectually, the film’s producers say.
Director, Jean-Claude LaMarre said the film’s intention is to stimulate audiences by re-imaging the depiction of Christ.
“Our movie is not about dividing Christians, but broadening their perspective. For centuries, Leonardo Da Vinci’s portrayal of Jesus has been widely accepted. We are offering an alternative image. There’s room for all. We will be seeking the Pope’s blessing on this one,” said LaMarre.
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, which released “The Passion of the Christ” on domestic home video, has acquired distribution rights for “Color of the Cross.”
First black Jesus movie screens at Cannes Film Festival
-23/05/06
The independent, religious biopic “Color of the Cross,” based on the last 48 hours of Christ’s life, makes its world premiere at the 59th Annual Cannes Film Market in France this week with an appeal for the blessing of the church.
It comes at a time when Christians around the world are protesting against the Da Vinci Code which premiered last week.
The new film, may also court controversy however.
“Color of the Cross,” meets front and centre in Cannes as the first dramatic film in Hollywood history ever to depict Christ as a man of color. This depiction adds dimension to the conventional biblical story and will challenge many traditionalists.
Jean-Claude LaMarre’s “Color of the Cross” is, according to the film makers, based on scriptural interpretation as well as the added dimension of some historical data pointing to the fact that Christ may have been of African descent and may very well have been dark skinned.
The timely release of this film’s screening at the festival, following the “The Da Vinci Code’s” mixed reviews is sure to raise interest and curiosity.
“Color of the Cross” unlike “Passion of the Christ,” chooses not to focus on the bloody torture of Christ’s crucifixion but, rather, his struggle with impending death. It is here that the film focuses on the more human aspects of the story of Christ.
“Color of the Cross” reaches across a cultural divide to inspire and challenge its viewers intellectually, the film’s producers say.
Director, Jean-Claude LaMarre said the film’s intention is to stimulate audiences by re-imaging the depiction of Christ.
“Our movie is not about dividing Christians, but broadening their perspective. For centuries, Leonardo Da Vinci’s portrayal of Jesus has been widely accepted. We are offering an alternative image. There’s room for all. We will be seeking the Pope’s blessing on this one,” said LaMarre.
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, which released “The Passion of the Christ” on domestic home video, has acquired distribution rights for “Color of the Cross.”