Despite being rejected by the Catholic church, a gory Good Friday tradition of reenacting Jesus Christ’s suffering through real-life crucifixions draws thousands of devotees and tourists to the farming village of San Pedro Cutud in the Philippines. The annual event has resumed after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, with eight men participating in this year’s reenactment, including 62-year-old Ruben Enaje, who was nailed to a wooden cross for the 34th time. While many view the tradition as a testament to faith and devotion, it has drawn criticism for its extreme nature and potential for harm.
