12 Biblical epics Mar 22, 2008
Gibson, a professed fundamentalist in his Catholic beliefs, portrays Jesus' punishment with a heavy hand, but the movie is largely a traditional telling of Christ's life with James Caviezel in the leading role. According to The New York Times, Gibson "departed radically from the tone and spirit of earlier American movies about Jesus, which have tended to be palatable (if often extremely long) Sunday school homilies designed to soothe the audience rather than to terrify or inflame it. His version... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Television movies for the week of Sept. 2 Sep 2, 2007
TV Movies: Sept. 2-8. G = General audiences PG = Parental Guidance PG-13 = Not recommended for preteens R = Restricted audience. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Paul Newman: Republicans 'destroyed American spirit'... Jun 27, 2007
Shenanigans - Politico. Subject Turning Point Question Do you agree with Reid that is a turning point in the civil war in Iraq. (The Drudge Report)
Dixie National brings best in country music Feb 8, 2007
Good Morning Beautiful was featured in the movie Angel Eyes starring Jennifer Lopez and James Caviezel. THE WRECKERS. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Religious films of the past century Dec 25, 2006
2004: The Passion of the Christ, directed by Mel Gibson, starring James Caviezel. 2006: Son of Man, directed by Mark Dornford-May, starring Andile Kosi. (The Miami Herald)
Time travel thriller 'Deja Vu' is a head-scratcher Nov 26, 2006
DEJA VU' Featuring:Denzel Washignton, Paula Patton, Val Kilmer, James Caviezel, directed by Tony Scott Where:Century at Del Monte in Monterey, Century 14 and Maya Cinemas in Salinas, Green Valley in Watsonville Rating:PG-13 for violence, language, brief nudity Running time:2 hours, 8 minutes DEJA VU 2 stars (PG-13: intense sequences of violence and terror, disturbing images, some sensuality) Starring: Denzel Washington ... The most interesting performance in the movie comes from James Caviezel... (Monterey County Herald)
new this week Nov 23, 2006
With Denzel Washington, Paula Patton, Val Kilmer and James Caviezel. Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and terror, disturbing images and some sensuality. (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
A Complete Waste of Time Travel Nov 23, 2006
With Denzel Washington, Paula Patton, Val Kilmer, James Caviezel, and Adam Goldberg. Citywide. (LA City Beat)
A tired, but true formula Nov 22, 2006
Starring Denzel Washington, Paula Patton, Val Kilmer, James Caviezel, Adam Goldberg, Bruce Greenwood. Directed by Tony Scott. (Toronto Star)
Celebs politick Nov 7, 2006
James Caviezel and Patricia Heaton. The actors taped TV ads opposing stem cell initiatives such as the one in Missouri. (USA Today -- Life)
Stem cells a wild card in Missouri Nov 3, 2006
The video by Missourians Against Human Cloning features World Series hero-pitcher Jeff Suppan, former St. Louis Rams quarterback Kurt Warner, and James Caviezel, the actor who portrayed Jesus in Mel Gibson's movie, "The Passion of the Christ." Mr. Caviezel begins the ad speaking in Aramaic and concludes with the warning: "You know now. Don't do it," referring to voting for the amendment. Such ads could resonate with Roman Catholic voters, who make up about 16 percent of Missouri's 5. (Christian Science Monitor)
Rush Finds New Low in Mocking Michael J. Fox: Margaret Carlson Oct 31, 2006
It features actress Patricia Heaton and James Caviezel -- who played Jesus in Mel Gibson's film ``Passion of the Christ'' -- as well as several sports figures. The ad claims that the Missouri measure would make cloning legal and lead to trafficking in embryos. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
The Truth About Michael J. Fox and Rush Limbaugh Oct 28, 2006
JAMES CAVIEZEL, ACTOR: You know now, don't do it. Vote no on two. (Fox News -- Views)
Stem Cell Debate Pits Celebrity vs. Celebrity in MissouriMissouri's stem cell ballot initiative attracts star power as it merges with tight Senate race Oct 27, 2006
The ad also features actor James Caviezel, who portrayed Jesus in "The Passion of the Christ," and Kansas City Royals baseball player Mike Sweeney, who is deeply religious. With all the attention, the stem cell initiative could help determine the outcome of Missouri's Senate race -- and thus control of the U.S. Senate. (Time.com)
Democrats seize on stem-cell issue Oct 26, 2006
In Missouri, opponents of the ballot measure aimed at boosting stem-cell research have enlisted actor James Caviezel, who portrayed Jesus in "The Passion of the Christ," as well as several pro athletes in an ad campaign of their own. The athletes include Jeff Suppan, a former Red Sox player who now pitches for the St. Louis Cardinals. (Boston Globe)
Fox connects with voters on stem-cell issue Oct 26, 2006
It included testimonials by the actress Patricia Heaton (Everybody Loves Raymond) and James Caviezel, who played Jesus in Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ. The issue of embryonic stem-cell research is divisive, but Fox is not. (Orlando Sentinel)
Celebrities lend faces to ads in higher campaign profile Oct 26, 2006
Even before the Fox ad aired, the group had been working with actor James Caviezel, who played Jesus in the film The Passion of the Christ, to identify celebrities who supported their cause. The Fox spot spurred them to hurry their efforts. (SunSpot.net)
Outlander Update Sep 23, 2006
That's what the makers of the new sci-fi pic Outlander must be hoping for as they're closing a deal for James Caviezel (The Passion of the Christ) to star. (Doom) had been attached to star but perhaps with coming out soon, he thought one Viking movie was enough. (IGN FilmForce)
Movie File: Steve Carell, Robin Williams, Jessica Biel, 'Halo' & More Aug 10, 2006
"I did it with James Caviezel and Barry Pepper," he said. "It's a film about a group of men who wake up in an undefined place, and they're unsure as to how they got there and why they're there." Forced to determine their captor's identity, they violently turn on each other. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Messianic Man of Steel Jun 22, 2006
" asked one contributor to the Portland-based blog site Urban Honking. The premise of the new Superman movie alone has fuelled speculation that it's wearing its biblical comparisons on its long, tight sleeve. Superman, in the film, returns to Earth after a long absence, a narrative that's been likened to Jesus' death and resurrection. Meanwhile, news reports that Passion of the Christ star James Caviezel was originally in the running for the lead role in Superman Returns, which eventually went... (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
NORM: Actor Spacey plans return to Vegas Jun 22, 2006
Spacey spent several months here in early 2000 filming "Pay It Forward" with Helen Hunt, Haley Joel Osment, Jay Mohr and James Caviezel (who went from Jerry, a homeless person, to an iconic role as Jesus in "The Passion of the Christ" three years later). THE SCENE AND HEARD. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
IGNFF Mailbag: 6/13/06 Jun 14, 2006
I found it interesting that you thought Jude Law, James Caviezel, and Orlando Bloom would be good because I remember you feeling that those three would be good choices to play as well. Is it because of that "otherworldly" element that they would be able to imbue Namor with as well. (IGN FilmForce)
'Superman Returns' Jun 14, 2006
Meanwhile, news reports that "Passion of the Christ" star James Caviezel was originally in the running for the lead role in "Superman Returns," which eventually went to Brandon Routh, convinced others that the film's makers were playing up the New Testament comparisons. Moviegoers who enter the theater looking for Christian imagery are unlikely to be disappointed. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
EW picks most controversial movie ever Jun 13, 2006
James Caviezel as Jesus Christ in "The Passion of the Christ.". Mel Gibson. (CNN -- Showbiz)
The Stax Report: Silver Surfer Jun 12, 2006
James Caviezel: Who better to play a cosmic figure come to earth than Jesus himself ... Jude Law (L), James Caviezel (C) and Orlando Bloom (R). (IGN FilmForce)
'Ride' and 'Walk' to the movies Jun 9, 2006
In a film set during the Civil War, Maguire's character and characters played by Skeet Ulrich, James Caviezel, Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Simon Baker make up a small group of guerrillas who fight for the South. These characters have no idea that they are on the losing side of the coin, and the film portrays a very different, and possibly unpopular, view of the Civil War. (Times Herald-Record, NY -- Entertainment)
COMMENTARY: UC-Davis film students pick top 10 indie films Jun 3, 2006
Accuracy points are also earned as Jesus (played by James Caviezel) here is speaking Latin, Hebrew and Aramaic. This is well and good, with Hollywood usually having biblical characters speaking with charming Southern California accents. (U-Wire.com)
Feel Free to Laugh May 6, 2006
For all we really know James Caviezel, who played Jesus in The Passion of the Christ, is the spitting image of him. Also, I've watched episodes of shows like Family Guy, The Simpsons, and Adult Swim's Robot Chicken that have depicted God and Jesus as characters in skits as well as the subjects of skits. (The East Carolinian, NC)
Movie File: Justin Timberlake, Terrence Howard, Adam Sandler, 'X-Men,' 'Spider-Man' & More Feb 10, 2006
" After Katrina-induced delays caused Scott to abandon the film, Greenwood says he's glad to have the "Man on Fire" director back and is looking forward to working alongside Washington and co-stars Val Kilmer and James Caviezel. "It's got a pretty roiling history, so it will be interesting to be down there and finally be on the set. " ... Oscar-nominated "Babe" star James Cromwell is the newest addition to the cast of "Spider-Man 3," currently in production. The actor will p 0000059E lay dad to... (MTV -- News)
