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Interesting. I didn’t see him as evil. Just a guy loyal to an empire that doesn’t hold subjects in high esteem. He didn’t kill Z when he had the chance to. He pressured Quintice, which lead him to accidentally kill Ramah, but that wasn’t his intention at all. He clearly views Jesus as a potential threat after he saw Him walk on water, but even that just seems like he doesn’t fully know what he saw, or what it means.
I don’t see the character as evil. Annoying as H yes but not evil. I do think he walks around stirring up trouble. But I don’t know if that equates as evil.
Why on earth are we asking Elijah Alexander about an evil character instead of asking the guy that plays Quintus or the guy that plays Caephus or the one that is arguing with Jesus right before they stabbed And killed off a character that I still can't believe is gone? Atticus might become more evil but as of now and at the very worst..... He's undecided but mostly he's been a GOOD guy. He has warned the disciples to keep jesus safe more than once and the only thing outright evil that I have ever heard him say to anybody was in the last episode when he told Quintus to get a handle on Jesus before there's more unrest. Which I believe irritated Quintus enough to go and do what he did. But it isn't Atticus' fault he did that, and I don't see Atticus as evil and if the actor does see it that way......... Why are we taking advice on how to play an evil character from Somebody that doesn't Know how to play an evil character? Because I haven't seen Atticus as evil AT ALL. We need to talk to somebody else. This actor doesn't know what he's doing.
He is doing his job to the Cesar. But even then there is curiosity, after everything he saw. After knowing a little of the person Ellijah, I admire him still more.
I'm impressed every time I hear this man Jim Caviezel talk and be interviewed by so many. Especially when it concerns his faith. Astonishing man who diverts the attention he recieves to his God.
Fantastic Interview. Deep intelligent conversation and commentary by both Mary and Elijah. I've become a huge fan of Elijah Alexander from both his characterization of Atticus in the Chosen and the many recent interviews he's been doing. He is always interesting & provides deep perspectives on spirituality, humanity & art. And love every scene Elijah is in on the Chosen. The entire cast of the Chosen is absolutely outstanding but he & Jonathan Roumie's performances particularly draw you in.
In my perspective every human beeing has a set of 'believes', also historical psycopaths do. It is the order of prioroties of their individual 'faith' that makes them into f.e. killing beings or revenging ones. Thank you for this complex, facinating interview, so well done. I agree, Mr Alexander has a lot to teach and has an engaging and inspiring way to present his wealth of wisdom and experience. Thank you very much 🙏🏻
Thank you Elijah. Atticus is one of the more compelling characters on 'The Chosen'. He's a mysterious person. He has his sworn duty to Rome, and yet he's realistic enough to be cynical about aspects of Roman rule and Roman procedures. He continues to be curious about Jesus (and his followers) beyond his Roman assignment. After he witnessed the sermon on the mount, I began to believe that he was internally changed by what he'd seen and heard. And yet, there's always that sly 'Atticus smile" which hides everything and betrays nothing about the man. God bless you Elijah, and continued success for you in all of your endeavors.
Absolutely best interviewing and response. Bravo to both of you for your great communication skill set and complete content that is so open for discussion and highly detailed experts in each of your craft.
And hes warned disciples of coming problems for they and Jesus. He also fefends them to Quintus numerous times. Ive seen him as a potential Nicodemus all along. I knew Gaius would come around but only because of how hard the focus on him was beforehand. Plus hes as biblically as popularas as the women at the well, or the unclean woman who touches his garment in the crowd, or the paralytic on the roof. Quintus and Atticus are in the bible very VERY briefly and Im not sure they are even named to us in the Bible. Just as roman soldiers. I was suprised at just how many show characters are actually in the gospels. Dallas did a fantastic job of including EVERYTHING from the biblical accounts as a framework and building the added drama AROUND that truth instead of changing it. He DOES move the timeline around but its irrelevant because its in flashbacks or flash forwards so it doesnt mess with the source timeline. The man created a FANTASTIC show. My favorite for sure, and one that stands against any popular show ever. You could sit a Walking Dead or Game of Thrones viewer down and tell them to watch. Any that are completely biblically ignorant would still like the writing and score and characters. And anyone biblically knowledgeable will enjoy how well the stories are portrayed as well as fall in love with characters we mostly only know the names of. And for all its a fantastic evangelism tool. Ive seen reaction channels do this show and the questions that are answered for them are HUGE. From episode 1. When Jesus quotes Jacob back to Mary Magdela and says "you are mine" The calling of her to follow him in other words. That scene is THE MOST powerful scene Ive seen in ANYTHING EVER. And the rest of the miracles and "follow me's" are equally as fantastic. Plus..........the humor in it is always unexpectedly good. But it shows even more humanity in Jesus which are the best parts. You cant help but laugh as Jesus makes light of Andrews dancing or Peter's temper, or cry when you see his sadness as they demonstrate him in silence in a crowd. Its usually obvious he is quietly saying goodbye to the world and those he loves. While trying to find how to tell them the happy ending comes after an extremely heartbreaking plot twist. But the ending is SO WORTH IT.
This was an Amazing interview Mary. I stumbled on this channel & am so glad I did! Mr. Alexander is a true Gem. So very thoughtful, insightful & such a truly gift to be part of the Chosen family. Thank you for saying “Yes” to portray the part of Atticus. Brilliantly done.
For The Sound Of Freedom, the battle has begun and requires intense daily prayer against the raging forces of evil. My companion in battle in Our Lady Of Guadalupe and the Rosary. I have adopted "The Prayer" as an Anthan. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jhxIjRO6WjI.html&start_radio=1&rv=--OfOU5iWxM Please pray to free the Children.
It's so lovely to have the algorithm show this to me. It's bound to happen though, these two are literally (yes, LITERALLY) my real life fathers. At least parasocially... Loved the interview!
This was absolutely wonderful interview on so many levels! Elijah is so passionate, animated and complex. I love his outlook on life and the human condition. He has a very deep understanding of what makes people become who they are and why they behave the way they do. This is a truly worthwhile interview and I congratulate and thank both the interviewer and Elijah for bring it forth!
A villain with great lines. Because he's very clear and what his objectives are and why. He is one of my favorite characters. I don't see Atticus as evil I see him as a Apex predator trained to hunt. And that's what he's doing. His only goal is to resolve this problem. He sees the problem. He wants to solve the problem. But I don't think you particularly hates people. I don't think he would hurt people unnecessarily.
I'm nothing short of ecstatic about 'Atticus': both the character [kudos to the writers] and the acting by John Alexander. Totally cool; totally savvy; totally deserving to have the unique job that he does in Christ-era Palestine.
Fantastic interview! He has such a fascinating take on the world. I could listen to him for days, weeks, months, years on about any topic ❤😊prayers for his family in 🇮🇱!
