In this Western Journal article, the outlet reports on controversy surrounding the sequel to The Passion of the Christ after claims surfaced that an excommunicated archbishop was seen on set.
- Reports alleged that Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, who was excommunicated by the Vatican in 2024, had been present during filming of Mel Gibson’s sequel.
- The production team moved quickly to deny that Viganò has any formal role or involvement in the project.
- A representative for Gibson clarified that while many visitors may come and go during filming, there is no official collaboration with the excommunicated archbishop.
- The sequel, titled The Resurrection of the Christ, is one of the most anticipated faith-based films in development.
- Gibson, a longtime critic of certain Vatican leadership decisions, has maintained a complicated relationship with Church authorities.
- The article notes that Viganò has been outspoken against Pope Francis and various reforms within the Catholic Church.
- Despite the controversy, production on the film is reportedly continuing as planned.
Read the full story: https://www.westernjournal.com/mel-gibsons-passion-christ-sequel-sets-record-straight-excommunicated-archbishop-spotted-set-report/
