During this season of Lent, when we desire to draw closer to Jesus, one meaningful way to do so is through films and series inspired by His Passion and the sacrifice he made out of love for each of us.
Here is a selection of both recent productions and older classics that can inspire prayer and help us encounter Jesus more deeply as we spiritually prepare for Holy Week.
1) The Passion of the Christ (2004)
Directed by Mel Gibson and starring Jim Caviezel, this powerful film portrays the final hours of Jesus’ life, from his prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane to his crucifixion.
The movie is both realistic and deeply moving, immersing viewers in what the Lord endured and helping us remember the immense love behind his sacrifice.
You can find it on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Daily Wire+.
2) Marcelino Bread and Wine (1955)
This classic film is one of the most tender and moving movies you will ever see about Jesus on the Cross and a young orphan named Marcelino.
It became one of the greatest commercial and critical successes in the history of Spanish cinema and went far beyond the typical conventions of religious films at the time.
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