 This documentary presents in detail the biblical account of Jesus’ death alongside controversial new information and expert interpretation of his last days on earth. It uses a wealth of historical paintings, iconography and interviews with academic commentators. |  Christmas is a special time: the lavishly decorated Christmas tree surrounded with presents, the holly and the ivy, the roaring fire, the stockings hung in anticipation of a visit from Father Christmas, the chance of a kiss under the mistletoe. But what have any of these things got to do with the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem? This light-hearted documentary examines the roots of the traditional elements of the Christmas celebration, with some surprising results. |
