A Nice Piece of Fiction

Rating: 7/10 (29 November 2006)

As an extremely devout Catholic I had to think long and hard before deciding to watch this film for fear of being offended.
I needn't have had my fears - none of them were realised. I viewed the film for what it is - a piece of fiction and another angle on the story of Jesus Christ.
Nothing could rock my solid faith and this film didn't even raise a speck of dust. At the end of the day it's just a ludicrous story and in no way should be taken seriously.
I enjoyed it very much indeed and was amazed that I'd sat through 2 and a quarter hours by the time the credits rolled. It is rare that a film grips me enough to prevent me from continually clock watching but this film did just that. It was entertaining from beginning to end and I though everyone played their part very well indeed, especially Sir Ian McKellan.
Several of my church friends refuse to watch this film but I can't think why. Probably their faith isn't profound enough and they fear this film may make them re-think their beliefs. I was much the same when I first heard about the film and the associated controversy with my church but after time I realised my faith was strong enough and was in no danger whatsoever of being swayed by the screenplay of a fictional book.
I can honestly say, as a devout Catholic, that I enjoyed this film very much and, ironically, it has helped to deepen my faith even further. If anyone starts to question their faith after watching this film then I would advise them to watch The Passion of the Christ and get the true story of Jesus Christ.
Thanks.