It is 1978. A priceless codex is uncovered in Egypt. Over 1600 years old, the manuscript is in good condition until it spends 17 years on the black market. Infinitely fragile, fragments are pieced together in a Swiss lab. Yet its journey is less shocking than its content, for this is The Gospel of Judas. Discovery begins with the restoration of the manuscript, moves to its effect on a small family, posing the question, “In a world where facts keep changing—from what we know about dinosaurs to what we know about our heritage—how do we hold onto our cherished beliefs, or can we?”
Cast:
Severine Hlasek: An expert who spent five years piecing together The Gospel of Judas in her Swiss lab. In her 60’s. Peter Wilholm: Ages 29 and 33. Severine’s intern. Sandy Thomas: Ages 23 and 27. Peter’s friend in Geneva. (Later, they return to the states and reconnect.) In Virginia, U.S.A.: Scott Thomas: 61. Sandy and Claire’s father. Claire Thomas: 33. Sandy’s older sister. Matthew Myerson: 58. Coptic scholar and professor of religion who, along with two other men, translated the manuscript. Dancer (may be played by the actor playing Claire). Quiz Show MC. US State Department Official. Male voice (Last three cast members may be double or triple cast.)