REEL NEWS
Gibson Seeks Rehab, Reaches out to Jewish Community
Mel Gibson apologizes for DUI-related anti-Semitic comments, reaches out to Jewish community for forgiveness and support. Plus: Sequel updates for Batman Begins, National Treasure, Harry Potter, Die Hard, and The Pink Panther; and more.
by Josh Hurst |
posted 08/07/06
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Barnyard
Farm animals live like humans when the farmer isn't looking, in a satisfying cartoon that goes a little deeper than its "party animal" image might suggest.
by Peter T. Chattaway |
posted 08/04/06
Rated PG
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REVIEW
Talladega Nights
Will Ferrell is funny, but the laughs dont add up to much because of a lack of clear meaning and story.
by Todd Hertz | posted 07/26/06
Rated PG-13
REVIEW
The Night Listener
Robin Williams is an author and radio host trying to discover the truth about a teenage boy and his guardian in a mystery that will leave many wondering why they bothered.
by Russ Breimeier |
posted 08/04/06
Rated R
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 The Green Mile
A wrongfully accused gentle giant is added to death row and changes the lives of prisoners and guards alike. Discuss how this film parallels the life of Jesus Christ. |
 Movie Discussion Course: Best Picture Winners
Explore the significance of these five Best Picture winners. What can we learn about God from the likes of Crash, Million Dollar Baby, Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind, and Schindler's List?
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Wenders Comes Knocking on Your Door
In Don't Come Knocking, a selfish and miserable movie star
leaves in the middle of filming to search for redemption in what remains of
his scattered family. Director Wim Wenders, a Christian, explores
how the Spirit works in a broken man's life. Also releasing to DVD today:
Heidi and Manderlay.
posted 08/08/06
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INTERVIEW
Down on the Funny Farm
Steve Oedekerk, the writer/director/producer of Barnyard, might be one of Hollywood's funniest guys. For Oedekerk, a Christian, it's all about the joy of making people laugh.
by Mark Moring |
posted 08/01/06
FILM FORUM
Less Miami, More Vice
Critics pull over the fast cars and fast affairs of Miami Vice, admire The Ant Bully, applaud Little Miss Sunshine, sample Scoop, and sentence John Tucker Must Die. Plus, more thoughts on Monster House and Lady in the Water.
compiled by Jeffrey Overstreet |
posted 08/03/06
INTERVIEW
An Animation Bug's Life
John Davis, director of The Ant Bully, was bitten by the animation bug when he saw a stop-motion movie as a kid. He's since gone digital, and looking to impart some life lessons through the lives of the little insects.
by Peter T. Chattaway |
posted 07/25/06
FILMMAKERS OF FAITH
A Cranky Catholic
Born to a Catholic family and later attending a Jesuit school, Alfred Hitchcock often incorporated religious imagery into his films—even though he had a love-hate relationship with faith.
by Peter T. Chattaway |
posted 07/25/06
INTERVIEW
The 'Savior' Returns
Bryan Singer, director of the highly anticipated Superman Returns, says it makes sense to compare his protagonist to Jesus because, after all, "Superman is a savior."
by Mark Moring |
posted 06/26/06
COMMENTARY
What's So Super About This Guy?
Born in the Great Depression, Superman still holds our rapt attention 70 years later, even as he headlines a new movie opening this week.
by Gary D. Robinson |
posted 06/27/06
| The Da Vinci Code |  | Murder in the Louvre, secret clues, religious mystery, bogus history. Our comprehensive coverage of the film includes our review, plus news, commentaries, and plenty of resources to help you get a grip on it all. |
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SPIRITUAL INSIGHTS FROM THE MOVIES
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: Childlike Faith
from PreachingToday.com |
posted 08/04/06
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