Inspired by the story of Jesus of Nazareth, this movie, follows his last day in the Garden of Olives, where he goes to pray and his betrayal that leads to his arrest, torture, and finally his crucifixion in Jerusalem.
For those who don't mind a little unorthodoxy to their Easter story, The Passion Live delivers heartfelt performances from a talented cast and a surprisingly effective use of secular music.
There's something curiously appealing about the reimagining of the story of Easter in the reborn New Orleans... But then the actors open their mouths to start singing.
Guardian
March 21, 2016
The production was magnificent and the talent undeniable, but how it was received depends heavily on the beliefs and biases of the individual viewers.
