Scorsese Cookin’ Up a New Flick About Jesus: Let’s Chat
Spillin’ the Tea on Scorsese’s Jesus Project
Scorsese Cookin’ Up. Alright, folks, get ready for a wild ride because Martin Scorsese, the genius behind “Killers of the Flower Moon,” is switching gears to tackle an 80-minute film about Jesus. He spilled all the deets to the Los Angeles Times, and guess what? This time, it’s all about ditching the negativity tied to organized religion.
Cookin’ Up Inspiration: What’s Scorsese’s Game Plan?
So, inspired by Shūsaku Endō’s “A Life of Jesus,” Scorsese and his writing buddy, Kent Jones, whipped up a screenplay. The scoop is that they’re diving into Jesus’s teachings without the whole preachy vibe. It’s not about converting anyone; it’s more like a deep dive into the core principles without the religious sales pitch. Scorsese is on a mission, folks — he wants to make Jesus more relatable and shake off all the baggage that comes with organized religion.
Scorsese’s Take on Religion: Time to Hit the Reset Button
At a cool 81, Scorsese thinks it’s high time for a reset when we talk about religion. He’s pointing out that the word “religion” nowadays triggers all sorts of reactions because, let’s face it, it’s fallen short in many ways. But here’s the kicker — he’s not saying the initial idea was all wrong. It’s about revisiting the roots, giving it some thought, and reconsidering its impact on life. Even if you choose to give it the boot, Scorsese says, don’t just dismiss it outright. Let’s get talking, people!
Ready, Set, Action: Filming Set for 2024
Hold onto your hats, because Scorsese is gearing up to shoot this Jesus film in 2024. The whole journey started after a pow-wow with Pope Francis in 2023 and a deep dive into a conference titled “The Global Aesthetics of the Catholic Imagination.” This event, put together by the Jesuit publication La Civiltà Cattolica, got Scorsese’s creative juices flowing. And at the time, he mentioned responding to the Pope’s call to artists by putting together a screenplay for a film about Jesus.
Scorsese’s Religious Hits: A Legacy in the Making
Scorsese isn’t a stranger to tackling religious themes on the big screen. In ’88, he stirred up a global fuss with “The Last Temptation of Christ,” diving into an alternative timeline in Jesus’s life. “Silence” in 2016 went deep into the struggles of Jesuit priests facing persecution in 17th-century Japan. And who can forget “Kundun” in ’97, a biographical film about the Dalai Lama?
Pump the Brakes: “The Wager” Takes a Timeout
With this new Jesus project stealing the spotlight, Scorsese hit pause on another recent venture. His adaptation of David Grann’s 2023 book “The Wager,” all about the Wager Mutiny of 1741, is momentarily on the back burner. Scorsese, feeling the heat from the awards-season campaign for “Killers of the Flower Moon,” hinted at co-directing due to a possible seaborne shoot.
Awards Season Buzz: “Killers of the Flower Moon” Makin’ Waves
Scorsese’s recent hit, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” is making waves. Lily Gladstone snagged a Golden Globe for Best Female Actor, and the film’s gearing up for multiple nominations in the upcoming major awards. Scorsese, the master of breaking the mold, is keeping us on our toes with his ever-evolving filmography.
Wrap It Up: Scorsese’s Jesus Journey Unveiled
As Scorsese gears up to drop a fresh take on Jesus, it’s clear he’s on a mission to change the narrative around organized religion. Whether he’ll stir up controversy or spark a new perspective, only time will tell. Get ready for a Scorsese-style Jesus like you’ve never seen before!
