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Four for the Fourth: Movies That Celebrate America!

Christian Hamaker — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Looking for movies that honor America and the spirit of its citizens? These four films trace a journey from the country’s foundation and the immigrant impulse to come to these shores, to their assimilation and the heights of their service as U.S. citizens.

Wall·E: Pixar's Most Thoughtful Film to Date

Stephen McGarvey — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:00:00 GMT

“What if mankind had to leave earth and somebody forgot to turn off the last robot?” With that question we are introduced to Wall·E, the last robot on earth and our protagonist in Pixar Animation Studios' first foray into science fiction.

Growing Up in Narnia: An Interview with Douglas Gresham

Len Howser — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 02:06:00 GMT

Len Howser of “The Family Friendly Morning Show” on 95.5 the Fish in Cleveland, Ohio interviewed Douglas Gresham, the stepson of C.S. Lewis, about the movie release of “Prince Caspian” and “growing up in Narnia.”

Breslin Brings Normalcy to “Kit Kittredge: An American Girl”

Christa Banister — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 05:00:00 GMT

If you didn’t know that Abigail Breslin is starring in Kit Kittredge: An American Girl, it wouldn’t be difficult to mistake her for that precocious neighbor kid who lives just down the street from you. She’s just that normal.

Caspian: Entertainment Worth Talking About

Don Kroah — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 05:42:00 GMT

Chip Flaherty, Jr., Executive Vice President of Walden Media, was on “The Don Kroah Show” discussing “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.”

A Lot to Learn from “American Teen”

Jeffrey Huston — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Even if your little Tommy or Sally is more virtuous than the teenagers seen here, at the very least its fair to say that while levels of conduct vary, American Teen honestly portrays how every teenager feels—and does so in compelling fashion.

Powerful "Dark Knight" a Solid Superhero Film

Christian Hamaker — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:02:00 GMT

Driven by a strong performance by Heath Ledger and excellent support from Gary Oldman, The Dark Knight strengthens the franchise’s reputation under director Chris Nolan, who lays a strong foundation for future films in the series.

"Mamma Mia!" Makes Lively ABBA Tunes Seem Dull

Stephen McGarvey — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:01:00 GMT

Before watching the screen version of Mamma Mia!, I couldn’t imagine any way to make the music from ABBA seem boring. Yet suffering through Meryl Streep’s and Pierce Brosnan’s failed attempts to deliver these upbeat standards has changed my mind.

"Space Chimps" Isn't Out of This World

Christa Banister — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:00:00 GMT

In Space Chimps, not only is the low-grade CG on par with most Saturday morning cartoons, but the lack of vitality and movement in the characters themselves stands in the way of any sort of human connection.

It's a Bumpy "Journey to the Center of the Earth"

Christian Hamaker — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 05:02:00 GMT

Films that appeal to the family are so rare that whenever one comes along that doesn’t impress as much as it should, it’s tough to break the news. Walden Media's Journey to the Center of the Earth is such a film.

Discuss Links for Movies

Faith Community Network Forums — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 05:00:00 GMT

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East of Eden

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 05:34:00 GMT

Abra: But you must give him some sign, Mr. Trask, some sign that you love him ... or he'll never be a man. All his life he'll feel guilty and alone unless you release him.

East of Eden
1955

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:15:00 GMT

Col. Dr. Irina Spalko: No defiant last words, Dr. Jones?

Indiana Jones: I like Ike.

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
2008

The Addams Family

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:59:00 GMT

Morticia: Thing, you’re a handful.

The Addams Family
1991

Candleshoe

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Casey Brown: For the sunrise student, there is treasure among books.

Candleshoe
1977

National Velvet

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Mi Taylor: Someday you'll learn that greatness is only the seizing of opportunity … clutching with your bare hands 'til the knuckles show white.

National Velvet
1944

Effective 21 a Cautionary Tale of Greed, Gambling

Christa Banister — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Winning big isn’t that easy, unless you happen to be a math whiz with a knack for counting cards. Based on the true story of MIT students who actually managed to beat the Vegas system, 21 is a slickly crafted cautionary tale of greed and gambling.

It's a Waste of Time to Meet Bill

Annabelle Robertson — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:53:00 GMT

Meet Bill appears to be somewhat aimed at kids, but its content makes it only appropriate for adults. For those and many other reasons, it should have simply been left in pre-production purgatory. In other words, don’t meet Bill.

Another Heist Movie, Another Bank Job

Annabelle Robertson — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 02:57:00 GMT

Loosely based on the 1971 bank robbery at Lloyd's Bank in Marylebone, London, The Bank Job is directed by Australian Roger Donaldson. It's a heist movie, pure and simple, with some throwbacks to the '70s.

College Road Trip Well Worth the Ride

Lisa Rice — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 05:01:00 GMT

It is a rare and beautiful thing when a movie can truly capture the imagination of audiences ages three to seventy-three, but Disney’s new College Road Trip manages to do just that.

Charming Actors Save Penelope by a Nose

Christa Banister — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 05:00:00 GMT

What ultimately lifts Penelope from been-there-seen-that, “believing in yourself” status are the charming performances from leads Christina Ricci, James McAvoy—and even Penelope’s hideously superficial mother, played by Catherine O’Hara.

Chaos Multiplies in Second Season of "Jon & Kate Plus 8"

Laura MacCorkle — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 05:00:00 GMT

Who isn’t fascinated by the world of multiples? Thank goodness Discovery Health Channel’s Jon & Kate Plus 8 is back, with six-year-old twin daughters Cara and Mady and the busy sextuplets who are celebrating their third birthdays.

Critics' Choice: Top Movies of 2006

Staff — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 08:00:00 GMT

Any assessment of art will contain a certain degree of subjectivity, and a Top 10 list of the year’s best movies is no exception. What were we looking for in a movie? Does it confirm a Christian worldview or attack it? And then, of course, from an aesthetic perspective, is the film entertaining? Would we recommend it to our friends?

Child Actor Dominic Scott Kay Shines in "Charlotte's Web"

Annabelle Robertson — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 03:23:49 GMT

A sports enthusiast, a music fan, an animal lover, child actor Dominic Scott Kay is many things. But what he is, first and foremost, is a Christian. I chatted with him recently about dogs, cats, fish and guinea pigs ... and what it was like to work with Julia Roberts in "Charlotte's Web."

Finding Joseph in "The Nativity Story"

Annabelle Robertson — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 08:58:33 GMT

In his first major film role since leaving Julliard, Oscar Isaac has taken on the role of Joseph in the upcoming Bible epic, “The Nativity Story.” But when he signed up, the 26-year-old actor had no idea what he would soon be facing.

Men and Monks Seek God in TLC's "Monastery"

Laura MacCorkle — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 02:55:06 GMT

In TLC's new series, "The Monastery," five men are at the crossroads in their lives. They've come from all walks of life to spend 40 days and nights at a monastery, where they'll hopefully find answers to their spiritual questions.

APA abortion and mental health task force to report in August

Dr. Warren Throckmorton — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:08:00 GMT

The American Psychological Association will decide in August whether to approve the report of a task force set up to examine the potential effects of abortion on the mental health of women. Some observers worry that the task force report will take a pro-abortion slant, in keeping with past APA positions.

Is It Wrong For Me to Hang This (Signed!) Painting by Muhammad Ali in My House?

John Shore — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:28:00 GMT

Years before I was a Christian, I bought a painting done by Muhammad Ali that I think captures his affection for Islam. Who knew Muhammad Ali painted?

Breaking Up Just Got "Easier"

Laura MacCorkle — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:02:00 GMT

Jelly fish and wishy-washy men and women just got a new option when it comes to breaking up. It’s free and it makes ending a relationship a whole lot easier for people who don’t want to spine up and do the right thing.

3,000 Children's Bibles for Persecuted Churches

Eric Hogue — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 02:13:00 GMT

Today we are asking 120 listeners to contribute $125 for 25 Children's Bible for the Persecuted Church around the world. Open Doors Ministries is on the scene in China, Iran and numerous Islamic locations - to deliver these Bibles to the underground, persecuted church. Please, help our missional reach today on show.

Dirt Bikes Not Permitted in Sanctuary!

Eric Hogue — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:59:00 GMT

Pastor used 'dirt bike' to gain congregations attention, he does that and much more. Future church growth might be 'to get small', more and more 'experts' stating that 'smaller churches' are the way of the future. Are Christian's finances 'recession proof', more and more TV preachers are saying so.