To the surprise of many, the sleeper hit of the Spring has been “I Can Only Imagine.” The film opened at #3 across the nation and has since grossed over $70 million–beating ...
Read More »Musical ‘The Greatest Showman’ leads April DVD releases
If you’re wanting it to be family-friendly, then the history of the musical on the big screen has been a mixed bag. The 1960s gave us such family classics as The Sound ...
Read More »Now streaming: ‘Hans Zimmer: Live In Prague,’ ‘Lawrence of Arabia,’ ‘The Conspirator’
Music is one of God’s great gifts, but it’s enjoyed best when it’s live. This month on Netflix, subscribers can enjoy a concert from one of the world’s top composers – Hans ...
Read More »‘Paul’ director says new movie is true to scripture
Filmmaker Andrew Hyatt understands why Christians are hesitant to trust Bible-based films out of Hollywood. As he acknowledges, the track record hasn’t been so great. That’s why – ahead of the release of ...
Read More »Movie “Risen” is streaming just in time for Easter
Was Jesus risen, or was his “resurrection” an elaborate hoax? Suppose you had been present at the events surrounding Jesus’ death, burial and alleged resurrection, and could study the evidence yourself. Suppose, ...
Read More »Christian movie trounces blockbusters over weekend
“Tomb Raider,” “Black Panther” and then there’s the Christian movie “I Can Only Imagine.” That’s the surprise line-up of the weekend’s top three films at the box office. While the faith-based film ...
Read More »Metro Voice interviews “I Can Only Imagine” director John Erwin
‘I Can Only Imagine’ a ‘leap forward’ from previous films, director Jon Erwin says The same filmmakers behind Woodlawn, Mom’s Night Out and October Baby are set to release their next film ...
Read More »‘The Last Jedi’ leads latest DVD releases
Ask any Star Wars fan their thoughts on The Last Jedi, and you’ll either start an argument or find a new friend. There were few middle-of-the-road opinions on this blockbuster. At RottenTomatoes.com, ...
Read More »Three major faith-based movies hit theaters in March
If you like faith-based movies, then you’re going to love March. That’s because three high-profile faith films will release on three consecutive weekends this month. Here is a quick rundown: I Can ...
Read More »Black Panther movie set was “like church” says actress
It’s not billed as a “Christian” or “Faith-based” film but that hasn’t stopped actors in the megahit “Black Panther” from speaking out about the power of God in their lives. PJ Media ...
Read More »Inspirational Wonder tops February DVD releases
Auggie Pullman is an energetic and smart 10-year-old who is like most boys his age. He enjoys video games, Star Wars and all-things-NASA. And he’s a Wonder. Except that he’s not like ...
Read More »Passion of the Christ sequel to be “biggest of all time”
Plans are underway for a sequel to “The Passion of the Christ.” The movie, one of the highest grossing of all times, told the story of the crucifixion of Jesus. Insiders say ...
Read More »Inspirational ‘Wonder’ tops February DVD releases
In the movie Wonder, Auggie Pullman is an energetic and smart 10-year-old who is like most boys his age. He enjoys video games, Star Wars and all-things-NASA. Except that he’s not like ...
Read More »‘National Treasure,’ ‘Cars 3’ top January streaming releases
Ben Gates is an historian and treasure hunter who’s a bit like Indiana Jones: He never gives up. His entire adult life he’s been searching for the “Knights Templar Treasure,” which legend ...
Read More »‘The Star’ breaks faith-based animated drought
Something changed Nov. 17, when Sony’s Affirm Films released The Star. The film follows a donkey named Bo (voiced by Steven Yeun), a dove named Dave (Keegan-Michael Key), a sheep named Ruth ...
Read More »Christmas leads streaming choices this month
He’s the meanest creature on the planet, but perhaps that’s to be expected. After all, his heart is “two sizes too small”–especially at Christmas! This month we look at what’s streaming ...
Read More »Case for Christ Tops November Streaming
This movie shines and is well worth your time while looking for good streaming options. Lee is a journalist who wants to prove that there is no God, and he’s going to ...
Read More »Tacket hopes to change minds with ‘Is Genesis History?’
Del Tackett knows he can’t convince everyone that the events described in Genesis are literally true. But he does hope that naysayers who watch his new documentary — Is Genesis History? — ...
Read More »What’s streaming this month?
Streaming ‘Victoria’ might fill your ‘Downton Abbey’ void. I didn’t cry when PBS’ Downton Abbey went off the air, but I thought about it. After all, what would replace my infatuation with ...
Read More »‘Silence’ speaks volumes about faith
Martin Scorsese is one of the great auteurists of our time. From Oscar winning films like Taxi Driver (1976) and The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), no one questions Scorsese’s repertoire for ...
Read More »Passengers to nowhere
Interstellar travel seems to be a similar goal all humans hold these days. The thrill of exploring new planets, discovering new galaxies, and in the case of Morten Tyldum’s (Imitation Game) space ...
Read More »Eight faith-based films hit theaters this fall
For fans of faith-based films, this fall could be a banner time to visit the theater. With Hillsong: Let Hope Rise leading the way Sept. 16, eight films marketed toward Christian audiences ...
Read More »Ben-Hur is a Gospel-infused ‘visual delight’
When the first Ben-Hur trailer was released earlier this year, my concerns were the same as many other moviegoers and critics. It appeared heavy on action, short on story, and – aghast! ...
Read More »My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 stays true to original
My Big Fat Greek Wedding first hit theaters in 2002. Now, fourteen years later (opening March 25), we have finally been given a sequel that was more than worth the wait. Fans ...
Read More »REVIEW: ‘RISEN’ is a Bible-based detective story worth watching
Some of the best discussions I’ve ever had in church small groups have revolved around what the Bible doesn’t tell us. For example: Who did Cain marry? Why did God get so angry at ...
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