Including an expected sequel to The Passion of the Christ, was part of the rejected Netflix agreement. Given the enormous impact of the 2004 original picture,
Fans and industry insiders have been quite interested in this project. Nonetheless, Caviezel and Gibson both voiced dissatisfaction with Netflix’s artistic direction and purported pressure.
To follow a story that complies with the platform’s purported Woke ideology. “The message we convey through our work must stay true to our beliefs,”
Caviezel said in an interview. Upon encountering circumstances that jeopardized this integrity, it became evident that we would not participate.
Mel Gibson agreed, stating that he would not compromise the principles upon which his movies are based. “I’ve always supported narratives.
That challenge, inspire, and elevate the audience. “It’s not in my DNA to submit to an agenda just to get paid,” Gibson said.