The Fox News Rundown Extra: An Even Deeper Look At The Life Of Jesus
Dec 27, 2025
Tarik Makarem, a British actor known for his emotionally demanding roles, portrays Jesus in Fox Nation's *Jesus: Crown of Thorns*. He shares how his theatre background helped him embody such a complex character. Tarik discusses the intense emotional journey of the role and its impact on viewers. He highlights the show’s exploration of political and human conflicts around Jesus, and his personal transformation during filming. Tarik also reveals surprising personal interests and hopes the series will engage younger audiences.
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Humanizing The Political Backdrop
- The series uses its runtime to show the political and human context around Jesus rather than caricaturing opponents.
- Tarik Makarem says that revealing the dilemmas of figures like Caiaphas deepens understanding of the story.
Integrate Experts Without Breaking Drama
- Blend drama with expert context to keep narrative flow and clarity.
- Use historians or experts sparingly to illuminate key moments without disrupting the audience's engagement.
Refusing To Rush Gethsemane
- Tarik Makarem describes an intense Garden of Gethsemane shoot where he refused to move on until the scene felt honest.
- He says the emotional and physical toll left him changed and convinced the moment would be powerful in the final edit.