Tarik Makarem Discusses Portraying Jesus in 'Jesus Crown of Thorns'

The Privilege of Playing Jesus

• 🎭 Tarik Makarem describes portraying Jesus in Fox Nation's 'Jesus Crown of Thorns' as the greatest honor of his life, suggesting it's more of a calling than a role.
• 💡 He emphasizes that depicting Jesus requires tapping into every facet of one's ability and being willing to fully immerse oneself in the character.

Depicting Jesus' Ministry

• ⚡ The series highlights Jesus' visible, physical miracles in Jerusalem and the upset this caused among religious authorities.
• 🌍 It explores the news of the coming kingdom and its societal impact, as well as the weight and magnitude on Jesus' shoulders.
• 🤝 The disciples' reactions to Jesus' ministry and teachings are also a significant focus as the series develops.

Authenticity and Acting

• ✝️ While not strictly requiring actors to be practicing Christians, Makarem, a practicing Christian himself, believes a deeper connection is needed to truly portray Jesus.
• 🧠 He suggests that skilled actors can perform the actions, but truly getting