Jashandeep Singh
Mel Gibson, a multi-talented actor, director, and producer, embarked on his remarkable career with his acting debut in the Australian television series ‘The Sullivans.’ He rose to prominence during the Australian New Wave cinema movement in the early 1980s with his iconic roles in films like ‘Mad Max’ and ‘Gallipoli.’ These early successes laid the foundation for an illustrious career that would span decades.
Gibson’s transition from acting to directing and producing was seamless, with notable achievements like ‘Braveheart,’ a historical epic that not only showcases his acting prowess but also earned him the Academy Award for Best Director. His commitment to storytelling was further evident in films like ‘The Passion of the Christ’ and ‘Apocalypto.’ Meanwhile, his performances in the ‘Lethal Weapon’ franchise, ‘Edge of Darkness,’ and ‘The Expendables 3’ further cemented his position as an acting powerhouse. Gibson’s ability to excel both in front of and behind the camera always leaves one excited about his new projects.
1. Flight Risk (2024)
Gibson is also at the helm of another project titled ‘Flight Risk.’ The thriller film centers around a pilot transporting a dangerous criminal for trial across the Alaskan wilderness. Mark Wahlberg stars as the pilot, and he is joined by Michelle Dockery, Topher Grace, and Monib Abhat. Gibson has directed the project based on a script written by Jared Rosenberg. The film is in the post-production stage and will be released on October 18, 2024. You can watch the trailer here.
2. The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection (2025)
Gibson is returning to the director’s chair for ‘The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection,’ a sequel to the 2004 biblical drama ‘The Passion of the Christ.’ The film will arrive in two parts, Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, and showcase the events that “occurred three days between the crucifixion and resurrection when Jesus Christ descended to Abraham’s Bosom to preach and resurrect Old Testament saints,” as per the synopsis. Gibson, who is also a producer of the film, co-wrote the script with Randall Wallace. Chapter 1 is in its post-production stage and will be released in 2025, while Chapter 2 is in development. The cast includes Jim Caviezel as Jesus, Maia Morgenstern as Mary, and Francesco De Vito as Peter. More details about these movies are awaited.
3. Lethal Weapon 5 (TBA)
‘Lethal Weapon 5,’ the fifth installment in the ‘Lethal Weapon’ franchise, is going to mark the return of Gibson as Martin Riggs. The actor will also direct the project, especially since the franchise’s original director, Richard Donner, passed away in 2021. The plot details have been kept under wraps for now. Danny Glover is also expected to reprise his role as Roger Murtaugh. Bob Jennings is reportedly a part o the cast too. In September 2022, Gibson revealed that he planned to shoot the buddy cop film in the first quarter of 2023. However, Gibson recently stated that the film is happening and will be based on a script Donner wrote before passing away. More details about this highly-anticipated project are awaited.
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