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Old September 8th, 2011, 05:44 PM   #1

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Gibson making film on Judah Maccabee


Mel Gibson -- I'm Making a Jewish Movie! | TMZ.com

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Old September 8th, 2011, 05:56 PM   #2

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Non-Christian period piece on Judea is so rare. Can't wait.
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Old September 8th, 2011, 06:03 PM   #3

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Non-Christian period piece on Judea is so rare. Can't wait.
What,is the antisemitic bigot looking for redemption? If so,I think it''s probably a bit late.


What a topic! The opportunities for graphic violence are limited only by Mel's sadistic imagination. It will make a fortune.
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Old September 8th, 2011, 06:10 PM   #4
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I`m waiting on some one to make a movie like Jesus Christ Super Star only in the modern rap,it would really sell.


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Old September 8th, 2011, 06:55 PM   #5

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Never heard of Mr. Maccabee.
Might be good to see.
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Old September 8th, 2011, 07:52 PM   #6

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Same here TJ. Say what you want about Mel but the man can make a good epic!

I look forward to it.
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Old September 9th, 2011, 08:00 AM   #7
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I will look out for this film. I liked Apocalypto it was very well made.
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Old September 9th, 2011, 10:58 AM   #8

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Oy vey...
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Old September 9th, 2011, 11:26 AM   #9

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Sounds cool! I hope it will be more historically accurate than 300.
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Old September 9th, 2011, 01:12 PM   #10

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You'll get to see some Seleucids in action.
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