The film also features several symbolic elements, including:
: Gibson and cinematographer Caleb Deschanel modeled the film’s lighting and composition after the Baroque paintings of Caravaggio , creating a "chiaroscuro" effect with sharp contrasts between light and shadow. La Pasion de Cristo
Here is a look at why this story, drenched in blood and sorrow, continues to fascinate, horrify, and inspire billions. The film also features several symbolic elements, including: