Crucifixion
Episodes – 1 x 60 mins
TX Channel 4 – Sunday 8th April 2012, 10pm
Filmed & Directed by – Srik Narayanan
Executive Producers – Nick Curwin & Magnus Temple
Produced by – Liz Collier & Lucie Duxbury
Two thousand years ago, Jesus was brutally executed. Over the centuries, the crucifixion symbol has become an object of devotion, bringing comfort and peace to millions.
Now it is being reinterpreted by Gunther von Hagens – controversial anatomist, atheist and self-styled Dr Death. Gory stunt, or something else? In this special for Easter Sunday on Channel 4, as Gunther grapples with Christ’s mortality, he is unexpectedly forced to confront his own.
Awards & Nominations
Nominated for Grierson Awards 2012 – Best Arts Documentary