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What I Learned from Wilberforce
With today's DVD release of Amazing Grace, one of the film's producers says the film's protagonist taught him much about how to change the world. from reports | posted 11/13/07
REEL NEWS
Political Films Voted Out
A slew of recent politically-charged movies flounder at the box office. Plus: Two Oscar-winners join Scott Derrickson's new sci-fi effort; more casting news for Star Trek; Bee Movie sued; and more. by Josh Hurst | posted 11/12/07
REVIEW
Fred Claus
The story of Santa's disgruntled older brother has its heart in the right place, but the funny moments are few, undermined by nonsensical plot developments and endless movie clichés.
by Russ Breimeier |
posted 11/09/07
Rated PG
REVIEW
Lions for Lambs
Established Hollywood stars talk and talk and talk about the war on terror, but don't say anything new or interesting.
by Peter T. Chattaway |
posted 11/09/07
Rated R
REVIEW
No Country for Old Men
In the new Coen Brothers film, a world-weary sheriff hunts a heartless killer, while that killer hunts a stupid thief. The result is bloody and bleak.
by Jeffrey Overstreet |
posted 11/09/07
Rated R
REVIEW
War/Dance
A staggering look at how the war in Uganda has affected its children—and how they've found infectious hope in dance and music.
by Camerin Courtney |
posted 11/09/07
Rated PG-13
Spider-Man 3
Sin is infectious. How will you handle the darkness? Download this movie discussion guide and examine some of the spiritual themes of Spider-Man 3.
Antwone Fisher
How can bearing another person's burdens help us grow? What are the gifts that come from strong family life? Download this study to discuss these questions and more.
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INTERVIEW
Unborn in the USA
A new documentary lives up to its claim of taking a fair, objective view of the prolife movement. We talked to the filmmakers.
Interview by Mark Moring |
posted 10/30/07
NEWS
CT Movies Critic Lauded
Jeffrey Overstreet wins 2007 Spiritus Award at City of the Angels Film Festival; fest celebrates potential of filmmaking for social change. from reports | posted 10/29/07
INTERVIEW
Latin Lover No More
Eduardo Verástegui used to play the Casanova role to the hilt, till God convinced him to change his ways. Now he's making redeeming movies, starting with the wonderful Bella.
Interview by Mark Moring |
posted 10/24/07
NEWS
Heartland Taps Bella Independent film, which opens nationwide this week, receives $100,000 prize as Best Dramatic Feature at Heartland Film Festival. by Mark Moring | posted 10/23/07
INTERVIEW
The Family Guy
In the wonderful new movie Dan in Real Life, opening Friday, Steve Carell plays the lead role in yet another film where family comes first.
Interview by Josh Hurst |
posted 10/23/07
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Spider-Man 3
Antwone Fisher
