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"Star Wars VII" Awakens a Force of a Franchise

Star Wars: The Force Awakens not only brings back beloved characters from episodes IV through VI, but it accomplishes something even more important for the franchise's future: it introduces a group of distinctly memorable principal characters who will be crucial to the next two films.

"In the Heart of the Sea" is Under-whale-ming

Having now seen In the Heart of the Sea, I lean toward the more negative interpretation. In the Heart of the Sea isn't outright bad so much as it is—if you'll pardon the pun—underwhaleming.

"The Letters" Canonizes Mother Teresa to the Exclusion of Making Her Human

Despite this rich and complex resource, The Letters doesn't come close to taking advantage of its namesake. Its portrayal is pretty straightforward, its surprises more biographical than spiritual.

Does it give us a full insight into both life and struggle of this saint?  Find out when you read the movie review!

"The Good Dinosaur" Falls Short of Extraordinary

The Good Dinosaur tries too much, and ends up tripping over itself. It can’t decide what it wants to be; a dinosaur movie? A coming of age film? A western? An adventure of courage and friendship?

Should it become extinct from your list of movies to see this holiday season?  Read our movie review to find out more!

"Creed" Packs a Franchise-Reinvigorating Punch

It's been decades since the original Rocky movie hit movie screens.  So does this new incarnation of the classic movie breathe new life in the legacy of Rocky Balboa, or does it unearth something that should have stayed buried?

Check out our movie review to see if Creed is a knock out for your family!

Sneak Peek: "Risen" is the Ultimate Manhunt

Coming to theaters February 19th, RISEN follows the Biblical story of the Resurrection, as told through the eyes of Clavius, a powerful Roman Military Tribune.  He must solve the mystery of what happened to Jesus in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah.

Find out more about this release, and watch the trailer.  And read how this movie almost did not make it to release!

Gov. Huckabee To Make Cameo in 'God's Not Dead 2'

‘God’s Not Dead 2’ is adding another familiar name to its already impressive cast. Gov. Mike Huckabee has just announced he will be making an appearance, as himself, in the faith-based film.

"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2" Even Better Than The Book

The film somehow takes the mediocre text of the book and elevates it to a top notch film.  If you have never read the books but only amerced yourself in the movie franchise you will engage with this one from the first frame.

So is it Safe for your Whole Family?  Check out our review!

"Love the Coopers" Can't Compete with Superior Holiday Home Viewing Options

Although it improves as it goes, Love the Coopers digs a deep enough hole early on that, by the time it manages to dig itself out, it’s hard to know if the effort was worthwhile.

"The 33" is a TV Movie of the Week, but a Big-Budget Good One

Even with such a conventional (and perhaps at times, fictional) approach, there's no denying that The 33 still delivers a powerful and deeply emotional payoff.

Faith, Family & Football Front and Center in "My All American"

My All American is a perfectly agreeable – and even stirring – bit of real-life drama turned into feel-good hokum. It's also a good football movie in general, and a heartrending one for Longhorn fans especially

In a High-Tech World, "Peanuts Movie" is a Lo-Fi Delight

There’s nothing worse than when childhood favorites become a little too modern for their own good.  So does Linus now lug around an iPad?  Is Lucy too politically correct to be crabby?

Check out our movie review of Peanuts Movie to see if this family favorite is still as funny and wonderful as you remember.

Drawn Out "Spectre" Will Test the Patience of All but the Most Devoted Bond Fans

Maybe Bond fans will find enough connections to earlier Bond stories to feel satisfied with this bloated entry in the long-running series, which has seen its share of highs and lows.

Modest "Brooklyn" A Charming Tale of Hope and Home

It is in the small and relatable moments that Brooklyn shines and most tugs on our heartstrings...

Find out if this moving cinematic tale is what your family wants to see when you check out our review!

"Jem" Mines No Deeper Than "Lizzie McGuire" or "Hannah Montana"

It’s a film likely to entertain audiences of pre-teen girls, especially those of the musical and theatrical flair. But fans of the show, music-lovers, or really any more mature audience member will mostly find Jem made of the same stuff as Lizzie McGuire and Hannah Montana films.

"Woodlawn" Wavers between Motivational and Theologically Problematic

The challenge will be to merge the film's simplistic proclamation of faith with the complicated nuances of our own less-cinematithe challenge will be to merge the film's simplistic proclamation of faith with the complicated nuances of our own less-cinematic reality.reality.

Sneak Preview: "Woodlawn"

A faith-based film based on an inspiring real-life story about love and unity in a school torn by racism and hate in the 1970s.

Coming to theaters October 16th

"The Martian's" Most Effective Moments Come Too Late

What can they do to make Mars seem fresh to audiences who have seen pictures of the planet in numerous earlier films, in footage returned from probes, or simply via images in their own minds?

"He Named Me Malala" Features the Progressive Muslim Voice the West Has Been Looking For

Once you hear the tale, you can’t help but feel that, with her name, Malala’s fate was irrevocably set. She was on a course toward greatness, but at the hands of violence.

Plumb’s Hit Song, "Need You Now" Featured in Movie Trailer

Plumb’s powerful anthem, “Need You Now” has touched millions of lives with its message of desperation and fear mixed with trust and hope. Now, the song reaches a new audience as the backdrop for an upcoming faith-based movie, I’m Not Ashamed.

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