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Category: Movies and TV
Mostly movies. I hardly watch TV.
Finding your Calling
I first heard about this fellow earlier this week, a former mobile telephone seller who has always wanted to sing opera. When Paul Potts opens his mouth and the first notes come out, I think you, too, will be amazed.
Bella
I heartily recommend the new movie Bella that just opened. There was a special screening tonight at a local theater where we got a chance to speak to the lead actor, Eduardo Verastegui, who seems absolutely genuine about putting together movies that express positive messages. He told us that after giving his life to Christ, … Continue reading Bella
Come Thou Fount
Just because I like it. Found it via Sand in the Gears. It's "Come Thou Fount" of every blessing by Sufjan Stevens.
Great Moments in Parenting
Alec Baldwin to his daughter: click to hear. Alec Baldwin clearly needs parental coaching, and of course, we should be here to help. What encouraging, loving words do you think Alec should have used instead of "thoughless little pig?"
I Need a Shower
I was at the gym last night, working on the treadmill. My usual habit is to listen to stuff on my iPod Shuffle, a mix of Country & Western, 70's Rock, 90's Folk Music, Spike Jones, Contemporary Christian, A Capella African Christian, Jazz, and sermons. Ok, so there's no real coherent theme there. In front … Continue reading I Need a Shower
Rocky Balboa
"No matter what, you can overcome your past," he said. "With help, if you look to God, you can overcome your past and be reborn." I learn something new every day. Did you know Sylvester Stallone is a born-again Christian?
Firefly. Shiny.
Thanks to Sean for providing the link. It appeals to only a few of us, but by golly, I miss that Firefly series.
Facing the Giants
Facing the Giants was a wonderful surprise movie this afternoon. I just don't know why I hadn't heard of it before this week. It's the story of a small Christian school's football team, and their triumph over defeat by placing their trust in God instead of man. So many wonderful Christian examples of how to … Continue reading Facing the Giants
Superman Returns
Did you see Superman Returns? I saw it twice; I had read little snippets that there was significant Christian symbology in it, but it was much more obvious to me when I saw the movie. Warning, spoilers below, so don't click if you don't want to know: Jur-El telling his son Kal-El that he's sending … Continue reading Superman Returns
Critics Pan "Da Vinci Code"
Ha. The Da Vinci Code movie is boring. Rocchi was among Cannes critics who grew restless as "The Da Vinci Code" dragged on to two and a half hours, saying, "I kept thinking of the Energizer Bunny, because it kept going and going and going, and not in a good way."
Boycotting and Protesting "The Da Vinci Code"
The protests are getting louder. Christians aren't yet rioting in the street a la the Muslim cartoon jihad, but if they were, would mainstream media be more sympathetic to Christians? Meanwhile, controversy is raging worldwide. Legislators in the Philippines have petitioned for the film to be banned from that country; hundreds of protesters took to … Continue reading Boycotting and Protesting "The Da Vinci Code"
Mission Impossible 3
Nope, I didn't see MI:3 this weekend. Apparently you didn't, either. Was it because Tom Cruise is a space alien? Was it because he made a farc of marriage by dumping Mimi Rogers, then Nicole Kidman, then Penelope Cruz, then getting Kate Holmes pregnant? That he pretended to be very religious while dumping wives? That … Continue reading Mission Impossible 3
Boycotting "Da Vinci Code"
Am I boycotting the "Da Vinci Code" movie? Or am I just refusing to go see it? The nuance is hard to discern. Christians Plan Boycott of 'Da Vinci Code' by Robert B. Bluey Posted May 04, 2006 Christian activists are planning a boycott of the soon-to-be-released Da Vinci Code movie, which one influential pro-family … Continue reading Boycotting "Da Vinci Code"
Pink Panther Returns
I wrote last month about how I'm having trouble enjoying Hollywood movies and critiqued the latest Pink Panther movie as an example. Needless sexual entendre and poorly implemented slapstick spoiled what could have been a funny movie. The American Spectator today agrees: In addition to that first tedious scene of Clouseau trying to park a … Continue reading Pink Panther Returns
Prince Caspian
The sequel to The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is coming in 2007. Part 3 of the series is called Prince Caspian. Fri Mar 10, 6:34 PM ET NEW YORK - A sequel to the megahit family fantasy "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" is … Continue reading Prince Caspian
Pink Panther
I'm having a lot of trouble enjoying movies coming out of Hollywood. I saw the new Pink Panther movie last night. Steve Martin did an acceptable job as Clousseau, and I can't imagine any other actor that could do a better job. But Peter Sellers had the role down pat. When something went wrong, he … Continue reading Pink Panther
Barry Manilow is Back
This just in: Barry Manilow is back. I'm going to confess that I enjoyed his sappy '70's love songs in a confidently masculine way. I know many of his songs sounded the same, but so what. So does disco and rap. So it's good to see him making a comeback, this time singing 50's classics. … Continue reading Barry Manilow is Back
Cruci-Fixin's
I suppose NBC didn't get their fill of offending Christians with the cancelled "Book of Daniel." Their next insult comes from an upcoming "Will and Grace" show on April 13. Britney Spears will play a host on a Christian cooking show called "Cruci-fixin's". Britney will be the "conservative Christian" on a talk show with a … Continue reading Cruci-Fixin's
"Book of Daniel" Cancelled
Good riddance to bad rubbish. Axed because of low ratings, high criticism, and advertisers withdrawing ads. When the people most upset about the cancellation are gays and lesbians, then there's little mystery why conservative Christians were offended. I have an idea: why not produce a Christian series that portrays Christians in a positive light? Say, … Continue reading "Book of Daniel" Cancelled
American Values Awards for Movies and Television
Apparently I'm not the only person irritated by the Oscars this year, dominated by sexual immorality and politically controversial left wing movies. Michael Class has started a new awards program, American Values Awards for Movies and Television, to reward those movies that are more family friendly. LOS ANGELES (AFP) - A conservative US filmmaker, angered … Continue reading American Values Awards for Movies and Television
Hollywood vs. America
Here are the top grossing movies of 2005, the movies America saw most often: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe War of the Worlds Wedding Crashers Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Batman Begins Madagascar … Continue reading Hollywood vs. America
Another Station Drops "Book of Daniel"
I already blasted this television show as being offensive to Christians. Apparently it started airing this week, and NBC affiliates are dropping "Book of Daniel." This Nashville station was the 7th to drop it this week. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - NBC's Nashville affiliate has closed "The Book of Daniel" after the show, whose main character is … Continue reading Another Station Drops "Book of Daniel"
A Non-Christian Narna
People that hate Christians should not go see "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." The Guardian Unlimited, England's ultra liberal rag, says "Narnia represents everything that is most hateful about religion." Exceprts: The Christian radio station Premier is urging churches to hold services on the theme of The Gospel According to Narnia. Even the … Continue reading A Non-Christian Narna
More on Narnia
More Narnia links, I'll update this list today if I run into more later today. Narnia, by the way, is the land from "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" in case you've been living under a rock. 😛 Are you a lion or a witch? I'm not upset with being linked to Lucy. Aslan … Continue reading More on Narnia
Narnia Symbolism
My beautiful wife and I joined Sean and his family for the Narnia movie this weekend. Even though I have not (yet) read the book, the movie was positively delightful. Chock full of good wholesome family values. But what about those Christian values the secularists have been condemning in the news? One opinion said the … Continue reading Narnia Symbolism
A Christian Narnia
The cast and crew of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe have started downplaying the significance of the Christian symbology in the movie. I suppose the fact that C. S. Lewis was a Christian theologan and wrote the Chronicles of Narnia is of little use to them, nor the fact that there are many … Continue reading A Christian Narnia
The Gospel
I saw The Gospel last night. While the movie could have benefitted from better editing, I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. It dealt with a variety of Christian issues, from pride to doubt to anger and hate, and how Christians overcame their doubts. The rarity to me was that this was a positive, Christian movie role … Continue reading The Gospel
Serenity
Let me start with the conclusion first: I enjoyed the movie Serenity. Whether you've seen the DVD series or not, you'll enjoy this space western movie. That said.... Warning: Spoilers follow. If you're a fan of Firefly, you know what the disappointments are. Shephard Book's death was the first shock. Book was the captain's moral … Continue reading Serenity
Serenity Sequels
The upcoming Serenity movie will be a hit. If you've seen the previews, you know it. If you've seen the series, you're nearly giddy waiting for September 30th. Sci Fi Wire is reporting that most of the cast has signed up for two more sequels already. Nathan Fillion is the only one who hasn't committed, … Continue reading Serenity Sequels
Book of Daniel
Earlier this year, I wrote about Bible Fiction on television. I watched part of Revelation. It was too slow for my taste, and the nun who supposedly devoted herself to the Glorious Reappearing of Christ sure didn't know much about the Bible. For the most part, though, they treated faith with respect, and I had … Continue reading Book of Daniel
"Firefly" for Free!
SciFi channel will be showing all 13 Firefly episodes starting this Friday evening for FREE! Prepare for the upcoming blockbuster movie "Serenity" by watching the original series on Friday nights Fabulous sci-fi / western series, can't say enough good things about it. Funny and smart, it was the best series I've seen on television in … Continue reading "Firefly" for Free!
War of the Worlds
First, the biggest drawback: it starred Tom Cruise. Several in our group boycotted the movie because of him. I don't blame them. But War of the Worlds also starred Dakota Fanning. I suspect she's some sort of genetically modified kid. She acts waaay to good for someone her age. War of the Worlds was intense; … Continue reading War of the Worlds
"Prince of Tides" Review
"Prince of Tides" Review Acting was excellent. Costuming, sets were excellent. Plot, for the most part, was excellent. Movie stunk. I know it's an old movie, but I saw it for the first time last night. Nick Nolte plays a troubled father, Tom, avoiding dealing with traumatic childhood. When his sister attempts suicide, her psychiatrist … Continue reading "Prince of Tides" Review
SCI FI To Air "Firefly" Episodes
"Firefly" was a wonderful series that got botched badly by Fox. After 2 years, the Firefly DVD set is still ranked #25, which shows you how popular of an afterlife it received. This September, the movie "Serenity" comes out; it's the movie version of "Firefly." If you want to watch it for free, you can … Continue reading SCI FI To Air "Firefly" Episodes
The Next Rocky
Rocky! Rocky! Rocky! He's my hero. 🙂
Thumbnail Guide to the Sith
The entire plot of Star Wars III in 2 minutes or less.
Serenity / Firefly Trailer
The trailer for the movie "Serenity" is available. Wow. I watch River and my face looks like this: * Thanks to Spin the Moon for the lead.
$3 Million for Star Trek
TrekUnited.com is reporting that three anonymous donors have pledged $3 million toward a campaign to keep Star Trek: Enterprise alive for a 5th season. "We think Star Trek and especially its latest incarnation, "Enterprise" is the kind of TV that should be aired more often. The people responsible at Paramount think this is just a … Continue reading $3 Million for Star Trek
Fight to Save Star Trek: Enterprise Goes On
In the news today, fans have the attention of the media. They've given up on Paramount, and are instead trying to find somebody else willing to pick up the production costs. Details at Trek United and Save Enterprise. It's the only television show I watch with any regularity. Please donate all your income to saving … Continue reading Fight to Save Star Trek: Enterprise Goes On
Another Hillary Conspiracy Theory
The cynic in me suspects this is an attempt to get Americans used to having a female President in an attempt to add support to Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential bid. Geena Davis Elected to ABC's White House Drama LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - Oscar winner Geena Davis will star as the first female president of … Continue reading Another Hillary Conspiracy Theory
Saving Enterprise
There's a last-ditch effort to save Star Trek: Enterprise. A full page fan-sponsored ad will be appearing February 21st, and a fan rally at Paramount Studios in Hollywood on February 25th. The writing on Enterprise this 4th year is superb; if they had started the series this way, it would still be on the air. … Continue reading Saving Enterprise
Angelina & Christina Redux
Ok, ok already... next time I post something even slightly off-color, I'll give myself 24 hours first, *then* decide if I should post it. I agree it wasn't fair to post something and then yank it. So here's my strategy: I'm going to repost it now and then try to post a lot of things … Continue reading Angelina & Christina Redux
Chasing the Wind 