The Bible, final episode, History Channel, review If there's to be any significance to the show airing on the History Channel as opposed to, say, the Disney Channel, why not cleave to the way the crucifixion would have happened. Stripping away the sentimentality would make the punch more powerful. Second, there is now some compelling evidence regarding how Jesus actually looked. A stunning 3-D image of Jesus" face, based on the Shroud of Turin, was revealed on a History Channel show in 2010. That image depicted a man far more Semitic looking, darker and shorter than the Portuguese actor who portrayed Christ in The Bible. The gorgeous Diogo Morcaldo looks more like a Milan runway model than the Carpenter from Nazareth. Granted, making Jesus fairer and taller may separate him from the pack, providing greater dramatic effect. But once again, why not stay with what's more plausible for a story that doesn't need embellishing? Hollywood apparently is still buzzing about The Bible's success and the obvious implication that Americans are looking for more faith inspiring shows and less American Idol. "Jesus of Nazareth" may provide the best opportunity yet to present the Bible's fascinating stories and lessons without the usual Hollywood distractions.