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The Waltons
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Polanski free,
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'To Kill a
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An open letter to President Obama from Jon Voight [link]
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Humor ... or religious bigotry? [link]
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Boycott target Movie Gallery shutting down [link]
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'South Park' bleeps references to Mohammed [link]
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Cultural Disconnect: Portraying Christians in Film [link]
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Family-friendly = box office-friendly [link]
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New film campaigns against Israel [link]
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NBC chooses side in 'culture war'
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'Last Song' is good, with one small problem
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Teens and Movies:
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Faith, family films garner awards [185 words]
ONE NEWS NOW 02-25-2010
The
Marxist storyteller dies [775 words]
ONE NEWS NOW 02-22-2010
Christians and patriots - Hollywood's villains
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ONE NEWS NOW 02-16-2010
No longer
the Queen of Nice [850 words]
BAPTIST PRESS 02-19-2010
Partners in Primetime: Walmart and P&G Launch Must-See TV
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FAMILY RESEARCH COUNCIL 02-16-2010
Homosexual family law
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ONE NEWS NOW 02-08-2010
'The Love
Dare' gets a sequel [565 words]
BAPTIST PRESS 02-12-2010
Comedian honored for entertainment integrity [205 words]
ONE NEWS NOW 02-02-2010
Some
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BAPTIST PRESS 02-03-2010
Blockbuster movie conveys disturbing message [250 words]
ONE NEWS NOW 01-26-2010
Sex sells ... or does it?
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ONE NEWS NOW 01-12-2010
Plans made for new 'Jesus' movie
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ONE NEWS NOW 01-12-2010
'The Blind Side' should trouble as well as inspire
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ONE NEWS NOW 11-30-2009
A church as inspiring as its films
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BAPTIST PRESS 11-25-2009
'Blind Side' one of the best of the year
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BAPTIST PRESS 11-20-2009
Sherwood's next film to spotlight fatherhood
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BAPTIST PRESS 11-16-2009
Defending deviancy
(Hollywood's support for Roman Polanski)
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Journalist booted from 'Stupid' premiere
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Studios now see value in family-friendly films
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Actress Megan Fox: 'Can you just take out all of the white
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Films celebrating Jesus' resurrection
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BAPTIST PRESS 04-09-2009
Bill Maher, gullibility & the glass house
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DON'T
STOP THE HATE
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AC21DOJ
81st Annual Academy Award Winners & Nominees
CHRISTIAN SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT
02-23-2009
Films & the culture wars
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The best (and worst) films of 2008
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No Forgiving Charlton Heston
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Billy: The Early Years of Billy Graham
You know Billy Graham as a self-assured and charismatic preacher --
and one of the most important figures of the 20th century. Now meet
him as he was -- an earnest young man struggling with faith
and doubt in Depression-era America. You'll be inspired by the story
of his decision for Christ... and where it led! Starring
Armie Hammer, Stefanie Butler, Josh Turner, Martin Landau, and Lindsay
Wagner. Dove approved. Rated PG. Approx. 98 minutes. |
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The Christmas Shoes Two years on the New York Times bestseller list and a hit
television movie, this heartwarming story stars Rob Lowe as a
workaholic attorney with no time for Christmas---until a young boy
helps him rediscover the true meaning of this special time of year.
Features the NewSong music video and more. 94 minutes. |
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Come What May It's a moral tug-of-war for Caleb Hogan---a Patrick Henry College
student and moot court team member---caught between his Christian
father and his feminist attorney mother. Caleb and the team tackle a
legal case involving abortion just as his mother argues the same case
before the U.S. Supreme Court! Must Caleb compromise his beliefs to
win the championship? Filmed on the picturesque campus of Patrick
Henry College, Come What May is a vivid reminder that
choosing what's right is never easy...but it's always worth the cost.
Approx. 93 minutes. |
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Facing the Giants Created by a church in Georgia to evangelize non-believers and
encourage believers, this inspiring story about a losing high school
football coach with a new game plan will have your whole town talking
about trusting God for the impossible! After six consecutive losing
seasons and fear surrounding his life, coach Grant Taylor turns to God
in desperation. Taylor and his Shiloh Christian Eagles soon discover
how faith plays out on the field and off! Rated PG. Approx. 112
minutes. |
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Fireproof Starring Kirk Cameron, the Fireproof movie portrays the
inspiring love story of a firefighter, his wife, and a marriage worth
rescuing. At work, Capt. Caleb Holt (Kirk Cameron) lives by the old
firefighter's adage: "Never leave your partner behind". At
home, he lives by his own rules. His job is to rescue others. Now
Caleb Holt has to face his toughest job ever, rescuing his wife's
heart. Rated PG. Approx. 119 minutes. |
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Flywheel From the creators of Facing the Giants comes Flywheel!
Jay Austin wants to sell you a used car in the worst way...and that's
exactly what he'll do! No one can trust him - especially his wife and
son. Yet as Jay restores a classic convertible, he sees God working to
restore him as well. Get ready to cheer and cry as Jay Austin begins
the ride of his life when he learns to honor God with his business,
his relationships, and his life! Flywheel: Director's Cut DVD
contains lots of new bonus features. This re-edited DVD also includes
an 8-part Bible study featuring clips from the film! |
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It's A Wonderful Life Make this uplifting 1946 classic a holiday tradition in your
home! Meet down-and-out businessman George Bailey (Jimmy Stewart); his
tireless wife, Mary (Donna Reed); and money-grubbing Henry Potter
(Lionel Barrymore). Despairing George believes his small-town life's
been a failure---but will a hapless angel named Clarence and a
Christmas Eve miracle convince him otherwise? Black and white. 2
hours, 10 minutes.
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The Gospel of John An epic in the spirit of The Passion of the Christ, this widely
acclaimed motion picture is a meticulous recreation of the turbulent
era of Jesus and the events that changed the course of history!
Narrated by Golden Globe nominee Christopher Plummer, it's the bold
and powerful story of Jesus as told by his disciple John. The
Gospel of John offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience
the life and times of Jesus Christ. Close captioning. Rated PG-13.
Region 1. This 2-Disc DVD includes new 129 minutes version, and 181
minutes theatrical version. |
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Miracle on 34th Street (1947) Six year old Susan has doubts childhood's most enduring miracle Santa
Clause. Her mother told her the "secret" about Santa a long time ago,
so Susan doesn't expect to receive the most important gifts on her
Christmas list. But after meeting a special department store Santa
who's convinced he's the real thing, Susan is given the most precious
gift of all -- something to believe in. 2-DVD set. Approx. 96 minutes. |
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
James Stewart, Jean Arthur and Claude Rains star in this award-winning
1939 classic about an idealistic, small town senator who heads to
Washington and suddenly finds himself single-handedly battling
ruthless politicians out to destroy him. Not rated. Approx. 130
minutes. |
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The Nativity Story The most magnificent portrayal of the nativity ever! Witness the
struggles and joys of the Holy Family---and the Savior's birth at the
turning point of history. Epic in scope yet intimate in detail, this
major motion picture spared nothing to ensure historical accuracy and
cinematic power. A film to be cherished for years to come! Starring
Keisha Castle-Hughes (Whale Rider) and Oscar Isaac. Rated PG
(some violence). Dove approved. Approx. 101 minutes. |
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The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry
Best buddies Dustin (Jansen Panettiere), Albert (Frankie Ryan
Manriquez), and Mark (Allen Isaacson) are twelve year old boys looking
forward to a summer of fun in 1970. When Dustin mows the lawn of
seventy-five year old Jonathan Sperry (Gavin MacLeod), a man he has
seen at church, a unique friendship develops. What happens the rest of
this summer is something Dustin and his friends will never forget!
Dove approved. Rated PG. Approx. 96 minutes. |
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The Ultimate Gift Spoiled Jason Stevens expects to inherit millions when his wealthy
grandfather dies. Instead, the will requires him to complete 12
monthly tasks before receiving a dime. Can he rise to meet this
beyond-the-grave challenge? Follow Jason on a yearlong journey that
leads him to the last thing he ever expected! Stars James Garner and
Brian Dennehy. Rated PG. Approx. 75 minutes. |
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The Waltons
(Although not a movie, this
television series is a very family-friendly resource that teaches
timeless lessons.)
They built their home on
the timeless mountain that bears their name. They built their lives on
even stronger stuff: the bedrock of family. This beloved series ran 9
years and won 5 Emmy Awards its inaugural year, including Outstanding
Drama Series. Richard Thomas plays the key role of John-Boy Walton, a
youth on the verge of manhood during the Great Depression and a
fledgling writer whose observations are filled with the growing-up
lessons and love he receives from father John, mother Olivia, Grandma,
Grandpa and all the rest of The Waltons.
(Goodnight,
John-Boy
is the official episode guide.)
Seasons:
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Waterproof Unexpected violence leads to moments of grace when 11-year-old Thaniel
Battle accidentally shoots embittered Washington, D.C.-shopkeeper Eli
Zeal (Burt Reynolds). Desperate to save her son from arrest, taxi
driver Tyree Battle kidnaps Eli and flees with him and Thaniel to her
family in Waterproof, Louisiana. Despite dark secrets, will faith and
forgiveness prevail? Approx. 94 minutes. Rated PG-13 (a scene of
violence). |
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