"Each Potter drama is an inquiry into the human condition, a search for transcendence and redemption in a seemingly bleak world bereft of meaning," writes Ron Simon, television curator at The Museum of Television and Radio. "Potter's spiritual journey began with a humanistic interpretation of the Passion, Son of Man, in which his Christ wrestled with self-doubts about his divinity and mission." Told in a contemporary style, the drama was for one critic "an agnostic miracle play." The journey of Jesus from the wilderness to the cross is underscored with uncertainty. Even as Jesus aggressively courts disciples, he is seen doubting his sense of mission. Questions of faith are juxtaposed with the political intrigues between Pontius Pilate and Caiaphas, the High Priest of Jerusalem. Originally scheduled to be broadcast during Easter week, the controversial production was delayed until after the holiday and even then generated much debate.