Living is aptly titled. It’s a deceptively simple, even nondescript name, to be sure—easily forgotten and, perhaps, easily overlooked. But as the movie tells us, so is living itself. We all, by the ... Read More »
“Jesus Revolution” movie quadruples box-office expectations
As “Jesus Revolution” heads into its third weekend in theaters, it already has earned four times as much at the box office as anticipated. “For a movie projected to make only $7 ... Read More »
“Jesus Revolution” has strong weekend, Kelsey Grammer feels connection with role
Portraying Pastor Chuck Smith in the new movie “Jesus Revolution” has had a profound effect on actor Kelsey Grammer. The movie also a strong showing in theaters over the weekend. “It strikes ... Read More »
‘Unexpected’ is a comedy about marriage, mistakes, adoption and love
What’s unexpected about the movie “Unexpected” is its light, and respectable approach to faith, grace and love. Amy and Bob want a baby. Well, Amy does, anyway. Bob wants Amy to be ... Read More »
Missouri considers bills that would lure film productions to the state
Although the cable series “Ozark” helped put the Lake of the Ozarks on the national map, it was filmed in Georgia. Production companies look for a state that offers generous tax incentives. ... Read More »
Why are gay comic book superheroes everywhere?
People who may not have read comic books since they were young may be surprised to see that many are now gay. Superman’s son and Batman’s sidekick Robin are gay. The Flash ... Read More »
Mark Wahlberg’s faith-based “Father Stu” rereleased as PG-13
Some viewers stayed away from Mark Wahlberg’s faith-based movie “Father Stu” earlier this year because of its strong language. The true story is back in theaters, but this time in a PG-13 ... Read More »
“I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” from Sight & Sound arrives in theaters
Just in time for the Christmas season, Sight & Sound, which operates a theater in Branson, has released its first feature film. “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” tells the compelling ... Read More »
Actress Dolores Hart gave Elvis his first on-screen kiss, then became a nun in real life
It’s one of those fascinating and intriguing factoids of Hollywood history and pop culture that the woman who gave Elvis Presley his first onscreen kiss actually became a nun – a Benedictine ... Read More »
“Jesus Revolution” will be in theaters in February with story of revival and hope
The powerful story of the youth revival of the 1960s and 1970s will be told in the new movie “Jesus Revolution,” which will be in theaters in February. The movie tells the ... Read More »
Late actress Angela Lansbury left words of wisdom about life and work
Beloved actress Angela Lansbury died earlier this week at age 96. She left behind not only a tremendous body of work in film, television and stage but words of wisdom and inspiration. ... Read More »
Exposure to sexual content in popular movies predicts sexual behavior in adolescence: study
Researchers at New Hampshire’s Dartmouth College are urging parents to protect their children from sexual content online and in films as they release a new six-year study. The data shows viewing such ... Read More »
Extraordinary new documentary on Mother Teresa in theaters Oct. 3
Mother Teresa — one of the most famous figures to emerge from the 20th century for her work helping the poor in India — is the focus of a new documentary that ... Read More »
‘Lifemark’ is boring and unrealistic, even for Christian film standards
Kirk Cameron‘s adoption movie “Lifemark” has been extended for an extra week after originally being scheduled to close in theaters Sept. 15. The move comes after it was the #4 movie in ... Read More »
How Star Wars’ Jedi were inspired by the Knights Templar and the church
Star Wars is once again in the spotlight and pulling on nostalgic heartstrings in the new Disney+ limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi, starring Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen. The series follows members of ... Read More »
Sight & Sound Films plans first feature film release for December
Sight & Sound, which operates life theaters in Branson and Pennsylvania, is expanding into movie production with Sight & Sound Films. Known for creating spectacular family-friendly entertainment experiences, Sight & Sound is ... Read More »
‘Elvis’ looks at faith and foibles at root of cultural icon
Before he was the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley was a young boy getting his musical beginnings in the small rural town of Tupelo, Mississippi. When he was 13, he ... Read More »
“The Da Vinci Code” star Tom Hanks says it was “hooey”
Christian scholars criticized Dan Brown’s book “The Da Vinci Code” and the ones that followed as historically inaccurate. It turns out that Tom Hanks, who starred in the movies based on the ... Read More »
‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ is a cinematic bullet train
A Shinkansen is an extremely fast bullet train spread all over Japan. They reach high speeds and don’t really stop until they get to their destination. Much like my esoteric statement, Sam ... Read More »
“Cheers” star Kelsey Grammer joins cast of upcoming “Jesus Revolution” movie
Kelsey Grammer, best known for his roles in “Frasier” and “Cheers,” has been cast as Pastor Chuck Smith in the upcoming film “Jesus Revolution.” “Jesus has been a profound influence in my ... Read More »
National Christian Foundation creates fund for “The Chosen” series
The multi-season television series “The Chosen” is getting help from a national charity organization to help fund the production. The show has taken the streaming world by storm with its unconventional approach ... Read More »
Movie biopic of C.S. Lewis is brilliant and thoughtful
The Most Reluctant Convert is based on a successful stage play/monologue written by Max McLean. This filmed version features McLean as an elderly C.S. Lewis who walks viewers back through key dramatized moments ... Read More »
Dune is perhaps the most highly-anticipated sci-fi film since Star Wars: A New Hope
Frank Herbert’s epic Dune, published in 1965, is (arguably) to sci-fi what Lord of the Rings is to fantasy. This sweeping saga encompasses a riveting tale of politics, revolution, religion, love, loyalty and interstellar civil ... Read More »
‘Show Me the Father’ movie explores good, and bad, parenting
How do you think of your father? With love, happiness and respect? With fear, misery and anger? Your relationship with your dad can influence your self-image and success. The Show Me the ... Read More »
“God’s Not Dead: We the People” will be shown in theaters in early October
“God’s Not Dead: We the People,” the next installment in the popular “God’s Not Dead” film series, will be released in theaters as a Fathom Events showing on October 4-6. The trailer ... Read More »