“It’s not perfect, but it’s done with the proper sensitivity and perspective and I would hope that for future generations, ‘Son of God’ will be the vehicle used to teach that part of history,” he said.įoxman said that his organization met with Downey and Burnett and provided each other with “mutual guidance.” The producers have done everything possible to put the events into historical, political and psychological context.”įoxman (photo left) said that he thought “Son of God” could replace “Passion of the Christ” as the go-to movie for films about the life and death of Christ.Īlso read: ‘Son of God’ Cuts Satan Scenes Featuring Obama Lookalike “Having said that, ‘Son of God’ is the most sensitive, caring depiction of the story of Jesus that I have ever seen. “The story of the crucifixion and the way it has been used through the centuries has never been good for the Jews,” he said. He was among the Jewish leaders who a decade ago spoke out bitterly against Gibson’s brutal recounting of Christ’s crucifixion, saying its depiction of sadistic Pharisees and stereotypical characters fanned the flames of hatred against Jews. “Gibson bloodied the Jews by portraying them as such villains,” said Foxman. Also read: Jesus Is Back on the Big Screen in ‘Son of God’ Trailer (Video)
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