Intense and Shocking

Rating: 7/10 (14 October 2013)

A word of advice: If you personally are seeking out a film that provides the intensity and emotional trauma of The Passion of the Christ without the spiritual impact...then I would highly suggest Prisoners (starring Hugh Jackman & Jake Gyllenhaal). Seriously if you walk out of that movie without feeling deeply disturbed...then you probably had your eyes closed most of the time. It was very long, but it will hold your attention. The storyline has many varying layers, but most of them are not resolved by the end of the movie, so it keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat even after the credits. The acting was incredible though - I must say! The story really captures the heart of its audience and you can't help but put yourself in the characters' shoes.