Prometheus – Where Did We Come From?
“The answer to life, the universe. and everything?” – humanity was created by aliens who now want to kill us.
Instead of finding hope, the meaning of life, and answers to some of the oldest questions known to man, the film Prometheus travels down a much darker path. Directed by Ridley Scott, Prometheus dives into the history of the Alien series. But it introduces one new question: Where did we come from?
Bad reflection – Mirror Mirror’s vain attempt at humor diminishes a classic tale, despite several stellar performances
Collins hopes young girls can find something relatable and empowering in her character. She is proud of the fact that, unlike the queen, Snow White never looks in the mirror and isn’t concerned about outward beauty. Snow White’s character arc, Collins said, is “about building self-confidence and finding the beauty within.” Infusing fairy tales with... Continue Reading
Movie Review: Go see ‘October Baby’
The story focuses on Hannah, a college freshman who learns from her adoptive parents that she is the survivor of a failed abortion. The movie is powerful and compelling without being preachy and judgmental. Indeed, I would rank it among the most powerful movies I’ve ever seen. The second sermon I ever preached was on... Continue Reading
‘Blue Like Jazz’ films aims to be Christian, not ‘cheesy’
Do not confuse the upcoming film “Blue Like Jazz” with Christian market movies like “Fireproof” or “Courageous.” “A Christian movie genre has formed. Our first goal with this movie is that we didn’t fit into this genre,” said director Steve Taylor. Author Donald Miller, who wrote the 2003 best-selling book “Blue Like Jazz,” from which... Continue Reading
“Beware of Christians” filmmaker meets “The Price is Right;” Broadcast Tuesday, March 13
“I was able to tell Drew (Carey, the host) what I did, spin the wheel and say hello to my friends and family.” And on the episode, which airs this Tuesday March 13, Bakke reached out to another crucial name in his life. “Most importantly, I was able to say that I love Jesus, and... Continue Reading
Faith-based films made more money in 2011 than their left-leaning counterparts, report says
“When we started Movieguide in 1985, there were only one or two movies being made with a strong, explicit Christian content or values, but now there are well over 50 each year,” Baehr continued. “Every studio now has a Christian film division…” What’s a good recipe for box office and DVD sales success? It seems... Continue Reading
Reflections on Jerram Barr’s Introduction to and Viewing of Wit
“You cannot imagine how time can be so still. It hangs. It weighs. And yet there is so little of it. It goes so slowly. And yet it is so scarce.” Recently, in a small, dimly lighted theater in Frontenac, Missouri, Jerram Barrs introduced the movie Wit (referral link). The audience consisted of 20 Covenant... Continue Reading
The Iron Lady – A Truly Meaningful Film
Commentators disagree on this, but I find myself increasingly attracted to the view that Elihu’s problem is not his theology; it is his complete lack of any human sympathy with Job in his agony. And that, of course, is a young man’s error. Watching The Iron Lady was a strangely emotional experience. As for anyone... Continue Reading
The Adventures of Tintin – Spielberg adapts the beloved story into a rich animated family film
There are plenty of character-driven gags, and little of the snarky one-liners often popular in kids’ flicks. True to Spielberg, the action sequences don’t let up. Tintin’s adventures transition seamlessly from ocean liner to biplane to sand dunes to Moroccan streets. Although they haven’t caught on much in America, in other parts of the world... Continue Reading
Here for a purpose – With Hugo, Martin Scorsese beautifully illustrates our need to put our talents to good use
For my money, Scorsese’s Parisian settings offer the best use of 3D technology so far, and Hugo is one of the few films worth spending extra money for an added dimension. Despite the fact that Martin Scorsese’s first film for all ages, Hugo, was based on the Caldecott-winning children’s novel, The Invention of Hugo Cabret,... Continue Reading
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