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In Defense of Christian Cinema: A Review of "Do You Believe"?

Do You Believe? works better than other Christian films precisely because, in its own realm, Do You Believe? has set a new standard for what a certain vein of Christian cinema can be. It's a major step in the right direction.

Still Plenty of Magic Left in "Cinderella's" Glass Slipper

While the storyline is familiar, there’s no need for contempt because there's still plenty of magic left in that trademark glass slipper.

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"The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" - Indeed

In 2012, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel was an irresistible charmer that allowed depth and nuance to elevate an otherwise routine formula to something real, moving, even substantial. Its sequel, The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, was inevitable. However, expectation is, regrettably, not met.

Uplifting "McFarland, USA" is Worth Watching

This is Costner's second major release in two months and both are inspiring tales based on true stories. They are very different films, though. Where Black or White is often discomforting in pursuit of a good cause, McFarland USA is almost soothing to watch. Not boring! Just... nice.

High School Movies Get a Major Makeover with "The DUFF"

It's no secret that high school kids can be vicious, but The DUFF is an all-too-real reminder of how difficult and truly awful those four years can be with today's high-tech toys.

Good Intentions Can't Keep "Old Fashioned" from Feeling Out of Touch

Old Fashioned may have its heart in the right place, but in terms of advancing the cause of faith-based filmmaking and possibly winning a few fans outside of the fold, it's strikingly out of touch.

"Jupiter Ascending" Lacks Gravity but Owns Spectacle

Sure, there's also occasionally clever bits, but the thrill of the spectacle can barely alleviate what's missing: characters that resonate.

"Sponge Out of Water" Delivers on Fun, But without Much Depth

This one is just for fun—and for the most part, fun is what it is.

Bridges Tries, but Even He Can't Salvage "Seventh Son"

There's too much talent involved with Seventh Son for it to be an excruciating sit, but there's also nothing in it good enough—not even Bridges's performance—to recommend the film.

We Try Not to Gush Too Much Over "Black or White"

Triumphant "Selma" Grabs Us by the Lapels and Won't Let Go

Selma has a street-level immediacy that grabs us by the lapels as it examines the three-month period in 1965 when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. organized a march for equal voting rights from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama

A Diversion "Into the Woods" Can be Dark but Delightful

Into the Woods offers a thrilling change of pace where substance and style are allowed to meaningfully co-exist.

"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 1" Little More Than a Placeholder

Those expecting a full meal from Mockingjay – Part 1 will leave the theater under-nourished by this half-a-story Hunger Games.

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