Complex sentence: Gibson directed, co-wrote and produced "The Passion of the Christ" in 2004, a Biblical epic drama film which chronicled the Passion of Jesus; it received mixed reviews from critics and was criticized for its graphic violence and alleged undertones of antisemitism upon its release.
Split into simpler sentences: Gibson directed, co-wrote and produced "The Passion of the Christ" in 2004, a Biblical epic drama film which chronicled the Passion of Jesus. The film received mixed reviews from critics and was criticized for its graphic violence and alleged undertones of antisemitism upon its release.