Mel Gibson is back in the news once again hogging the limelight. From manufacturers of one of Hollywood’s most controversial films to having a say in his gun rights in the U.S., the 68-year-old actor-director is busy. His name is hot in Hollywood for several causes—and fans are looking forward to his next steps.
The Passion Sequel Finally Moves Forward
After long years of keeping quiet, Gibson has given a green light and rectified that The Passion of the Christ sequel will be set in motion. The movie under the title The Resurrection of the Christ will start filming in August 2025.
The role of Jesus bringer in the original 2004 film, Jim Caviezel, will come back as the lead character. It is said by Gibson that he spent the last few years working with historians and experts in theology to set the agenda. The sequel will revolve around the three days from Jesus’ crucifixion to his resurrection—a period marked by theological significance that is rarely depicted in films.
According to Gibson, to secure the success, it is essential to have an accurate film this time. He is committed that the movie will not only adhere to historical and biblical sources but also do research on deeper spiritual and political events that emerged from the crucifixion.
Despite its graphic content and the condemnation of some religious groups, the original Passion of the Christ achieved a global box office revenue of more than $600 million. The second movie is almost certain to trivialize various arguments worldwide when it gets to the cinemas in 2026.
New Film Flight Risk Hits Theaters
Flight Risk, a self-produced and directed action-thriller flicker by Gibson released on January 24, 2025, that featured Mark Wahlberg, crossed the movie theaters. This is a film about a tough pilot who is assigned to take a criminal to Alaska through dangerous areas like the unforgiving Alaskan wilderness.
The film, despite the mixed-to-negative feedback, was a solid earner at the global box office with a $44 million take. Critics called attention to the film’s pace and visuals but at the same time, they were negative about the storyline and character development of the movie.
Flight Risk, on the contrary, is Gibson’s new directorial work that showcases even more his interest in a risky environment and complex people. What will drive the final verdict is if the film has the necessary elements to talk about as most of his previous directorial stints have.
A Sudden and Contentious Legal Update That Invokes 2nd Amendment
A new update has it that the U.S. Department of Justice has given Mel Gibson his gun rights back, much to the surprise of the public. This comes in the wake of a ban that has been in place since his 2011 misdemeanor conviction over an altercation with his girlfriend.
First reported late last week, the development has generated a lot of controversy on social media and political platforms. Some are of the opinion that it’s a beginning of a rehabilitation process while others are not supportive of the move due to the nature of his previous offenses.
A statement released by insiders points out that Gibson has applied through a legal petition to have him restored by presenting the fact of his changed behavior and his compliance with the probation order. The Justice Department considered his petition which led to the nullification of the federal measures, however, the states’ law might have the opposite reaction.
Gibson’s Next Moves
One wonders what Mel Gibson will do in the future when he has all the time available by him in 2025. It appears that he is not only returning to acting, but also directing a religious epic, working on action movies, and fighting for his liberties, which would mean that the multi-talented actor has no plans to retire from the industry anytime soon.
Insiders from the cinema and movie industry also point out that Mel Gibson is considering supplementing the music with singing and dancing. After The Resurrection of the Christ has become one of the talked-about movies of next year, all the attention is on Gibson again.
Controversy And Mel Gibson’s Image In The Eyes Of The Public
His film career has undergone great triumphs and at the same time major setbacks in the eyes of the people. Even though he has had his share of scandals on the way to winning Oscar awards, Mel Gibson still stands to be a person about whom people have extremely polarised opinions in Hollywood. Nevertheless, his capability to undertake challenging and mind-blowing projects and his power to provoke some sort of societal upheaval make it clear that he is still a person of major influence in his role as a filmmaker and a cultural figure.
A name to be reckoned with in 2025 is Mel Gibson and the media is likely to cover him. It is certain that the Mel Gibson’s story hasn’t finished yet, whether due to new film parts, political discussions, or the preparation of religious films.
