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Another frantic morning at the Rainwater household, and everyone’s schedules are thrown off by daylight savings time causing Daniel to be early for work and Sarah, his wife, early for her meeting. Daniel and Sarah, although well-meaning, are overworked, overbooked, and under-enthused. Their teenager Lea is angry, boy-crazed and rebellious. Their son Noah is shy, easily overlooked, and frequently bullied. Of course, Daniel and Sarah, who are caught up in careers and extracurricular activities, don’t much notice the issues facing their children—or marriage. All of that changes on this chaotic day, where everything that can go wrong in Daniel’s world, literally does. Within days, everything Daniel has will be taken away from him, leaving him wondering where God is and what He’s doing.

Daniel is rightfully and understandably devastated and disoriented—and angry with God. All the while, Daniel’s coworker and friend keeps reassuring him that God has a plan for all of it. Daniel finds that sentiment harder and harder to believe as things only get worse. However, Daniel’s heart starts to soften as he realizes he is in the midst of his very own “Job trial,” and the only way out is to trust God.

It’s not easy for him; there are many obstacles he and his family must overcome. But once Daniel is able to accept his own cup, release control and let God be God, restoration begins to take place.

Part Joshua and part Job, this story is almost laughably cruel (in the best way). Daniel skates by for so long, then is rudely awakened by all of these awful circumstances. But the beauty of it is that, had he not been, his life would have stayed in the awful state it was. He’s not there for his family, he’s at an unfulfilling job, in a pile of debt, and his marriage is nearly dead—in short, his priorities are skewed. Through these terrible things happening to him, Daniel is moved into position, exactly where—and who—he was made to be. As his buddy keeps reminding him, “It’s all a part of the plan.”

Ultimately, God’s plan will work out our lives far better than we can. It’s through those circumstances God is able to mold and shape us into the best version of ourselves. And although we may have difficulty accepting the process (just like Daniel), especially when it doesn’t make sense and it sometimes hurts, we can see just how God put all the pieces together when we experience the finished product.

Trust is a visual lesson for all ages to give God control and trust his plans, even if we may sometimes endure suffering. Although there are some slightly mature themes, Trust is a family-friendly film with a clear, simple, biblical message. The story presents itself respectfully without fluff or filler. Its message is presented in a way that is entertaining, sometimes humorous, and appropriate for all ages.

Trust has been awarded the Dove Approved All Ages Seal.

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A man learns to trust God during trying times.

Bullies push a child several times; a car wreck is shown, a man has mild bloody gashes and vomits.

Adultery is crucial to the story but it is not shown; a man implies his girlfriend will be moving in with him.

A man takes several prescription painkillers and attempts to take a handful (implying a suicide attempt); teens drinking at a party

A man's lower back is seen as he exits a pool; a teenage girl wears a short dress.

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Trust: movie review

'Trust' is a chilling cautionary tale about online sexual predators and the shattering fallout for a 14-year-old and her family.

By Peter Rainer Film critic

April 1, 2011

David Schwimmer ’s second directorial effort, “ Trust ,” is about online sexual predators, and for the most part he and his screenwriter, Andy Bellin , resist sensationalism. This resistance, of course, makes the horrors seem even more horrific. The film’s creepy matter-of-factness is its strongest suit.

Annie ( Liana Liberato ), from a middle-class Chicago suburb, is a shy 14-year-old who strikes up an increasingly intimate online friendship with “Charlie” ( Chris Henry Coffey ), who claims he is 16, later on admitting to being in his mid-20s. By the time he flies in for an assignation with her in her hometown, we (unlike Annie) are not shocked to discover that he’s in his mid-30s. He takes her back to his hotel room and sweet talks the terrified but mesmerized girl into bed. (Mercifully, the scene fades out without showing anything explicit.)

Annie’s parents, Will ( Clive Owen ) and Lynn ( Catherine Keener ), are portrayed a bit too neatly as conventional “ Ozzie and Harriet ” types. When they discover what has happened to Annie, their coziness is shattered. Rape charges are filed (Annie, in deep denial, at first denies she was raped) and the FBI conducts a manhunt for “Charlie,” who has a long list of previous victims.

The film not too convincingly suggests that, because Will is an ad executive who specializes in risqué clothing campaigns, he somehow is part of the big bad world that claimed his daughter. It’s a false note. What “Trust” conveys, at its best, is that ultimately parental protections are not fullproof, and that is the greatest horror of all. Grade: B (Rated R for disturbing material involving the rape of a teen, language, sexual content, and some violence.)

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33 Great Christian Movies to Grow Your Faith

Redeem your movie time.

Many of us are faced with a lot of free time on our hands. We are spending lots of time indoors often in front of the television. This is not a bad thing by itself. Entertainment is an important part of life as a person. God gave us the ability to tell stories and an inherent enjoyment of them. It is no accident Jesus taught through parables. Yet, some of these stories are better than others. There are those that simply waste time or defile us. There are others that encourage us in our love of Jesus. They combine great stories with great messages to feed our Spirits as we watch. Great Christian movies can be hard to find though.

If you are having a hard time finding good Christian movies to feed your Spirit, you have come to the right place.

Here are my top 33 Great Christian Movies in order from my favorite at 1 down to 33:

1) The Chosen

Go watch it and you will be blessed. I know it is not a movie but it is too good not to include.

2) Free Burma Rangers

I know putting an unknown documentary this high on a list of Great Christian movies seems like an unlikely choice. Yet, Free Burma Rangers is just that impactful. It is the story of a family of Christians who take the directions of Jesus seriously. They left all – all meaning literally all – in order to go and serve Jesus. If you don’t believe me, ask Francis Chan. He called it the best Christian movie he has ever seen. The movie challen

ged me in every way. It inspired me to serve Jesus better. Here is my review. It is now available on Vimeo on Demand, Christian and coming soon on Amazon.

Two warnings – First, the content in the movie is intense.

Second, you may question your life choices after watching, in a good way. You will not be the same after watching.

My Review of this stirring movie Free Burma Rangers Movie – A Christian Review

3) Unbroken – Path to Redemption

Louis Zamperini was a man broken by war and captivity. He was an angry, unemployed, anxiety-ridden alcoholic trying to drink his Post Traumatic Stress-induced nightmares away…until he met Jesus. His transformation from a completely shattered man into a victorious servant of Jesus is the source of the somewhat ironic title – Unbroken. He had to be completely broken by life before he could be remade again by God. It is a great story!

Unbroken: Path to Redemption – Christian Movie Review

4) The Case for Christ

In 1980, atheist and investigative journalist Lee Strobel applies his journalistic and legal skills to attempt to disprove his wife Leslie’s newfound Christian faith, which creates a rift within his marriage. After completing a thorough investigation for almost two years he finds the historical evidence for Jesus, and then finds a new faith in Christ.

This movie so accurately captures the journey from skeptic to disciple!

The Case for Christ: A Christian Movie Review – Go See it!

5) I Can Only Imagine

The inspiring and unknown true story behind MercyMe’s beloved, chart topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness.

This movie left me in tears. It is wonderful.

I Can Only Imagine: A Christian Movie Review and Recommendation – Go See This Movie

6) Paul, Apostle of Christ

Paul wrote a good portion of the New Testament. He is one of the greatest missionaries in history. Paul’s life is still the benchmark for working for Jesus. He was an amazing man of God. Despite this, the man has received very little attention in Christian film. This movie does not disappoint. It does a wonderful job of humanizing Paul, Luke and the early believers of the church. It presents them in a light that we often miss when reading the Bible. They were amazing men and women of God who did enormous works for the Lord under terrible circumstances. They also had doubts, fears, and frailties. Understanding the humanity of the early church is a blessing when reading the Bible.

Here is my longer review Paul, Apostle of Christ Review

7) Do You Believe

A dozen different souls-all moving in different directions, all longing for something more. As their lives unexpectedly intersect, they each are about to discover there is power in the Cross of Christ … even if they don’t yet believe it. When a local pastor is shaken to the core by the visible faith of an old street-corner preacher, he is reminded that true belief always requires action. His response ignites a faith-fueled journey that powerfully impacts everyone it touches in ways that only God could orchestrate.

8) Courageous

Four men, one calling: To serve and protect. As law enforcement officers, they face danger every day. Yet when tragedy strikes close to home, these fathers are left wrestling with their hopes, their fears, and their faith. From this struggle will come a decision that changes all of their lives. With action, drama, and humor, the fourth film from Sherwood Pictures embraces God’s promise to “turn the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers.” Souls will be stirred, and hearts will be challenged to be … courageous!

This movie is an all around favorite in our house. The first of the multiple Kendrick Brothers movies on the list. It was my favorite movie for years.

9) Woodlawn

This movie is based on the true story of Tony Nathan and a revival that took place in Alabama during the battles of the civil rights movement and integration.

10) The Song

This movie is one of my lesser known favorites. The plot follows the son of a country music legend as he seeks to make his own way in the entertainment industry. It is a parable of sorts as the story follows the lives of David and Solomon with narration from the Book of Ecclesiastes.

The movie is gritty and deals with mature topics but is worth a watch.

11) O vercomer

Life changes overnight for Coach John Harrison when his high school basketball team and state championship dreams are crushed under the weight of unexpected news. When the largest manufacturing plant shuts down and hundreds of families leave their town, John questions how he and his family will face an uncertain future. After reluctantly agreeing to coach cross-country, John and his wife, Amy, meet an aspiring athlete who’s pushing her limits on a journey toward discovery. Inspired by the words and prayers of a new-found friend, John becomes the least likely coach helping the least likely runner attempt the impossible in the biggest race of the year.

Another inspiring Kendrick Brothers movie.

12) Mom’s Night Out

All Allyson and her friends want is a peaceful, grown-up evening of dinner and fun – a long-needed moms’ night out. But in order to enjoy high heels, adult conversation, and food not served in a bag, they need their husbands to watch the kids for a few hours … what could go wrong?

This family friendly movie will keep you laughing from beginning to end.

13) The Resurrection of Gavin Stone

A washed-up former child star, forced to do community service at a local megachurch, pretends to be a Christian to land the part of Jesus in their annual Passion Play, only to discover that the most important role of his life is far from Hollywood.

I recently watched this movie from the director of The Chosen and was pleasantly surprised. Gavin Stone’s transformation is fun to watch.

14) War Room

Tony and Elizabeth Jordan seem to have it all; great jobs, a dream home, a family. But their marriage is falling apart, until Elizabeth meets Miss Clara, an older and wiser woman who teaches Elizabeth how to fight for her family with the power of prayer.

15) I’m Not Ashamed

The Columbine Massacre of April 20, 1999 completely redefined America’s view of the lives of high school students. Drawn straight from Columbine victim Rachel Joy Scott’s words and journal entries, through the insight of her mother, Beth Nimmo, it is the true story of a high school student whose compassionate, caring faith caused her to reach out to fellow students including her killers who made her a target of their murderous plan.

This is a tough but worthwhile movie to watch. Faith in the face of the terrible. An obvious tear-jerker.

16) Home Run

A baseball player with a substance abuse problem is forced into rehab in his hometown, finding new hope when he gets honest about his checkered past, and takes on coaching duties for a misfit Little League team.

A great story of redemption and hope from the depths of addiction. Another unknown favorite of mine.

17) Where Hope Grows

A baseball player whose professional career was cut short due to his personal problems is suddenly awakened and invigorated by a young-man with Down syndrome who works at the local grocery store.

A young man’s simple faith and love overcome pain and bitterness.

18) Priceless

A man stands at the crossroads of his life. Angry after the death of his wife and losing custody of his daughter, James is unable to hold down a job. Out of desperation, he agrees to drive a truck across the country for cash. When he discovers what his cargo is, he goes all out to save two sisters who will be sold into the sex slave trade.

For King and Country’s Joel Smallbone does a great job in this film as a desperate man who makes the hard choice to do what is right.

19) Breakthrough

When he was 14, Smith drowned in Lake Saint Louis and was dead for nearly an hour. According to reports at the time, CPR was performed 27 minutes to no avail. Then the youth’s mother, Joyce Smith, entered the room, praying loudly. Suddenly, there was a pulse, and Smith came around.

Touching movie about hoping in Jesus even when things seem hopeless.

20) End of the Spear

The End of the Spear is the story of Mincayani, a Waodani tribesman from the jungles of Ecuador. When five young missionaries, among them Jim Elliot and Nate Saint, are speared to death by the Waodani in 1956, a series of events unfold to change the lives of not only the slain missionaries’ families, but also Mincayani and his people.

A story about the amazing faith of the martyred missionaries and their wives who came after in the name of Christ.

21) Amazing Grace

In 1797, William Wilberforce, the great crusader for the British abolition of slavery, is taking a vacation for his health even while he is sicker at heart for his frustrated cause. With few allies such as his mentor, John Newton, a slave ship captain turned repentant priest who penned the great hymn, “Amazing Grace,” Prime Minister William Pitt, and Olaudah Equiano, the erudite former slave turned author, Wilberforce fights both public indifference and moneyed opposition determined to keep their exploitation safe.

Great historical drama about the life of one man willing to give all for the love of Christ.

21) Perfect Stranger

An old favorite about a woman who learns about faith through an encounter with Jesus Himself.

23) Unconditional

A woman’s world is shattered after her sweetheart Billy is murdered in a random act of violence. After this tragic event she starts to dig around to find the killer of her husband. On her quest she reunites with her childhood best friend Joe who runs an after school program for children in his neighborhood.

24) Run the Race

Against the backdrop of high school football and track, two brothers in a small Southern town face escalating problems with two different world views, straining – but ultimately strengthening – the bonds of brotherhood.

This movie was produced and supported by the Tebow brothers. It is story of two brothers coping with life and learning about faith.

25) Billy, the Early Years

We know the famous evagelist, Billy Graham. This is the story of how he went from a small town boy to preaching to millions.

26) Fireproof

Caleb Holt is all about himself, and it’s ruining his marriage. On the brink of divorce, Caleb’s father asks him to wait 40 days before separating from his wife and implement a selfless project called The Love Dare. See how The Love Dare changes Caleb and begins to change his marriage, his faith, and every aspect of his life.

This movie changed my world when I realized I was more the pre-change Caleb Holt than then post-Jesus one. An excellent marriage movie.

27) October Baby

As the curtain rises, Hannah hesitantly steps onto the stage for her theatrical debut in college. Yet before she can utter her first lines, Hannah-unscripted-collapses in front of the stunned audience. After countless medical tests, all signs point to one underlying factor: Hannah’s difficult birth. This revelation is nothing compared to what she then learns from her parents: she was actually adopted … after a failed abortion attempt. In the midst of her incredible journey, Hannah learns that every life is beautiful.

Powerful movie on a very emotional topic.

28) Caged No More

Inspired by real events, CAGED NO MORE is the story of Aggie Prejean, a grandmother on a desperate search to find her two granddaughters, Skye and Elle, who have been kidnapped by their sinister father. As the details behind the girls’ disappearance begin to unravel, it’s discovered he has taken them overseas to be sold into slavery to settle his drug debt. Aggie enlists the help of the girls’ uncle, a well-respected local philanthropist, and his son Wil, who is former Special Forces. A global hunt ensues, and the team will stop at nothing to see the girls safely returned home. CAGED NO MORE is a drama meant to engage and educate audiences on the realities of human trafficking.

Kevin Sorbo as a bad guy! The film is worth it for that alone. He is dastardly as the sinister father who sells his daughters into sex slavery. Allan Powell is excellent in the movie as well.

29) The Riot and the Dance

Follow the journey of Dr. Gordon Wilson as he traverses the globe studying God’s remarkable land animals. Dr. Wilson discusses how animals and nature clearly show God’s fingerprints on them. They are created and point to the Creator.

30) Risen

Follows the epic Biblical story of the Resurrection, as told through the eyes of a non-believer. Clavius, a powerful Roman Military Tribune, and his aide Lucius, are tasked with solving the mystery of what happened to Yahshua in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah and prevent an uprising in Jerusalem.

31) Ring the Bell

A fast-talking pro sports agent goes to a small town in hopes of convincing a high school baseball star to skip college for the big leagues, but getting to know the kid and the townsfolk makes him re-examine his values and outlook on life.

Another lesser known movie that wonderfully speaks to the work of Jesus in our lives.

32) Forever My Girl

After being gone for a decade a country star returns home to the love he left behind.

A feel good movie centered on forgiveness and redemption.

33) I Still Believe

The true-life story of Christian music star Jeremy Camp and his journey of love and loss that looks to prove there is always hope.

I haven’t seen this one but Jeremy Camp’s story is amazing and I am looking forward to it. Should be a good one.

What do you think? How are my rankings? Did I miss any great ones?

Happy watching!

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By Jeannette Catsoulis

March 31, 2011

The mantle of social relevance can be a heavy one, but “Trust,” a smooth drama about a girl’s seduction and rape by a middle-aged Internet predator, is neither preachy nor hysterically overreaching.

Donning several pairs of kid gloves, the director, David Schwimmer, handles the screenplay by Andy Bellin and Robert Festinger with a restraint that can feel stifling but that mostly skirts salaciousness. Presenting 14-year-old Annie (Liana Liberato) at the center of a greeting-card family — no problems here to make a girl especially vulnerable — the film follows her escalating relationship with Charlie (Chris Henry Coffey), an online friend whom she believes to be close to her own age.

Focusing more on the emotional aftershocks of the crime than its causes (why this popular, sporty girl would be so insecure is a mystery), “Trust” is commendably aware of a culture that routinely sexualizes girls. The work climate of Annie’s father, Will (Clive Owen), an advertising executive, speaks volumes: the girls provocatively adorning his office walls — and the fresh-faced waitress that his paunchy colleague creepily hits on at lunch — are all daughters too.

Like Michael Cuesta’s “ L.I.E.” “Trust” tries to highlight the psychological allure of the pedophile. “I bet my dad would really like him,” Annie tells her therapist (the reliable Viola Davis), even as Will’s anguish is gradually elbowing everyone else’s off the screen. The messy exchanges between Will and his wife (solidly played by Catherine Keener) are the film’s best moments, ringing uncomfortably true in a world where electronic connection is often more valued — and more difficult to police — than any other kind.

“Trust” is rated R (Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian). Teenage breasts and old-fashioned profanity.

Opens on Friday nationwide.

Directed by David Schwimmer; written by Andy Bellin and Robert Festinger; director of photography, Andrzej Sekula; edited by Douglas Crise; production design by Michael Shaw; costumes by Ellen Lutter; produced by Mr. Schwimmer, Tom Hodges, Ed Cathell, Robert Greenhut, Heidi Jo Markel and Avi Lerner; released by Millennium Entertainment. Running time: 1 hour 46 minutes.

WITH: Clive Owen (Will Cameron), Catherine Keener (Lynn Cameron), Liana Liberato (Annie Cameron), Viola Davis (Gail Friedman), Jason Clarke (Doug Tate), Noah Emmerich (Al Hart) and Chris Henry Coffey (Charlie).

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Plugged In Movie Awards: 2021: Best Christian Movies

February 25, 2021

Nominations for our final Plugged In Movie Awards category lands … well, right below these few introductory sentences. It was a pretty interesting year for Christian movies, and our slate of worthy nominees feels more diverse than in some past years: From comedies to dramas, from events that took place more than 100 years ago to events that could’ve taken place yesterday, Christian moviemakers gave us a little bit of everything.

Some of these movies could be pretty challenging, too, so so be sure to check out our full reviews before you decide to watch. But if you have watched, we invite you to participate, too! Vote on Facebook or Instagram , or in the comments section right here. Let us know which of these movies struck a chord with you.

Then, while we’re counting your votes, Plugged In will be doing its own awards deliberations—right on our very own Plugged In Show ! You can listen to us argue over the nominees, and announce our own winners, on March 19. (Movie blurbs were written by Paul Asay, Emily Clark, Adam Holz, Bob Hoose and Kristin Smith.)

Fatima (PG-13): In 1917, three children ran into a strange woman as they herded sheep—a woman who says she came from heaven. So begins the strange, miraculous story of Fatima, which faithfully chronicles the events of Our Lady of Fatima—events the Catholic Church have more or less legitimized. This deeply Catholic story isn’t just about those apparently miraculous events, though: It’s about holding firm to faith in the midst of doubt and persecution, and it’s about following God—even when it means that we, or those around us, might suffer because of it. While the film does include some violent moments, Fatima revolves around its deep sense of faith and invites us to believe in miracles.

I Still Believe (PG): When Christian singer Jeremy Camp’s soon-to-be wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, everyone around her prayed for her to be healed— and that prayer was answered . Melissa was miraculously cured. They got married and were excited to share their story with the masses and bring glory to God. But God hadn’t finished revealing His plan for them. On their honeymoon, Melissa’s cancer returned. And sadly, there wasn’t a miraculous cure this time around. I Still Believe tells Melissa and Jeremy’s powerful and difficult story. It shows that even when we lay it all down at the feet of the Lord, we still might not get the answer we hope for. But I also shows us how this couple maintained their faith in God through all of it.

Selfie Dad (PG): Ben Marcus’ midlife crisis is coming at him from nearly every direction. Things aren’t great at home with his wife or kids. Work’s no picnic either. And he’s pretty much shelved his youthful dream of becoming a stand-up comedian. On top of that, Ben’s faith—he attends church with his family each week—is mostly a superficial show, too. That’s when his son introduces him to the video platform UToo. Suddenly, Ben has an idea: Maybe he can be a stand-up comic after all. Sure enough, Ben’s new video channel soon takes off. Now likes, sponsors and money are coming at him from nearly every direction. There’s just one problem: He’s sacrificing almost everything in his life that matters to make it happen. Soon, Ben (played by Christian comedian Michael Jr.) will have some choices to make about whether he cares more about fame and fortune, or faith and family in a dramedy designed to remind dads, especially, what matters most in life.

Switched (Not Rated): Cassandra Evans is the target of repetitive bullying from the school’s most popular girl, Katie Sharp. But Cassandra is sick and tired of being made fun of. She’s ready for a change, especially after Katie posts an embarrassing video of her that goes viral. Cassandra tries to practice what her mom is always telling her: Lead with love. But that’s a little hard when the person you’re supposed to be loving is so horrible. So, Cassandra asks God to allow Katie to experience what it’s like to live even one day in her shoes. The next morning, she and Katie get a surprise: They’ve switched minds. Now, the girls will have to live their daily routines as the other person. And, perhaps along the way they will both learn what it’s like to love your most unlovely neighbor as yourself.

When We Last Spoke (Not Rated): In 1967, in the small town of Fireside, two young girls, Evangeline and Juliet, were left with their grandparents while their mother essentially ran away and their father was killed in the Vietnam war. Although their mother promised to return, she never did. And while Evangeline and Juliet thrived for some time with their loving grandparents, the pain of abandonment eventually crept in. As days turned to years, it became obvious that it would take more than good memories to heal deep wounds. This Christian flick features a bit of light, sexual content, some mild war scenes and the use of one profanity. But what comes across far more powerfully is its messages about love, family and the power of forgiveness.

Paul Asay has been part of the Plugged In staff since 2007, watching and reviewing roughly 15 quintillion movies and television shows. He’s written for a number of other publications, too, including Time, The Washington Post and Christianity Today. The author of several books, Paul loves to find spirituality in unexpected places, including popular entertainment, and he loves all things superhero. His vices include James Bond films, Mountain Dew and terrible B-grade movies. He’s married, has two children and a neurotic dog, runs marathons on occasion and hopes to someday own his own tuxedo. Feel free to follow him on Twitter @AsayPaul.

34 Responses

-Definitely interested in seeing I still believe…

-Finally I can vote for something since the little I saw in 2020 I still believe definitely moved me the most. Even though Jeremy Camp’s music has never done much for me the movie about him is absolutely fantastic and I’m so glad my mom decided to buy it for the family on DVD. Going out to the movies as a family was never as much of a regular thing as it is for some who watch literally hundreds of movies in the theater, but in any given year we would see between 15 and 20 movies on the big screen, but unfortunately since the theaters in Bakersfield have been shut down since March the last movie we saw together in a theater was call of the wild on February 29th. We wanted to see I still believe but we were forced to buy it on DVD and watch it at home instead.

-Definitely Switched!

-“I Still Believe” for sure!!

-I’m gonna have to vote for I Still Believe.

-Switched all the way.

-SWITCHED all the way! Loved this film.

-Switched!!!!

-I Still Believe.

-Do you have names for the awards? If not here goes: The award you give is a Pluggy The people’s award is a Pluggit Clean. Clever. Fun. Memorable. !! [email protected]

-Switched!!!

-Switched has my vote!

-I have not seen any of these, but I know I was super excited for I Still Believe back when it came out. That being said, I think I’ll abstain this round.

-Switched!!

-Definitely I still believe!! So moving!!

-Switched – My daughter & I watched it today and loved it!

-100% Switched!!! Great message, especially for kids, teens and young adults!!

-I Still Believe

– I pick: Switched.

-I vote for Switched, I found it to entertaining, relative, and great message of how to lead with love!!

-I Still Believe all the way!

-My preference is for Switched for it’s great message and the unique way it used a common trope for the LORD.

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13 Movies About Christianity That Critics Loved, Ranked According to Rotten Tomatoes

These films about faith garnered praise from audiences and critics alike.

Movies about faith and religion generally have a reputation for being subpar, often laughable exercises in message over substance. It's lamentable that faith-based audiences haven't had more selection historically. Especially considering the size of the demographic, it's a pity this has long been the case.

The release of the new film Jesus Revolution has scored well with audiences and exceeded expectations at the box office. Critics have generally endorsed the faith-based drama, with the film hovering just above a "Fresh" score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Movies dealing with faith can be challenging to evaluate, especially from a critical angle. But as films that deal with themes of Christianity have become more popular in recent years, many have scored well on Rotten Tomatoes with both audiences and critics.

13 'Breakthrough' (2019)

Rotten tomatoes score: 62%.

Based on the true story of a young boy named John Smith , Breakthrough revolves around the miraculous recovery of John ( Marcel Ruiz ), who falls through the ice of a frozen lake and is declared dead for over an hour. But his mother, Joyce Smith, holds out hope and desperately prays for her son's recovery. John's heart begins to beat again through the power of prayer, and in defiance of initial medical expectations, he finally makes a full recovery.

Breakthrough is a rare example of a faith-based movie that respects the medical profession. Moreover, it isn't afraid to show the characters' doubts and difficulties, which makes the eventual breakthrough much more potent and poignant. The movie is more than just faith, it's an all-encompassing movie that mixes faith, love, community, and hope to uplift, inspire, and bring joy. Even though it might not be a blockbuster, this movie could inspire others of the same genre to succeed.

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12 'Jesus Revolution' (2023)

Jesus Revolution is inspired by the true story of a Christian revival that took place in the late 1960s in southern California, led by, of all people, hippies. The story follows the intersecting narratives of Greg Laurie , Chuck Smith , and Lonnie Frisbee , all leaders and pastors in this movement where thousands of people in California started following Jesus, leading to thousands more across the country in subsequent years.

The three men playing these roles also couldn't be more different. Greg Laurie is played by relative newcomer Joel Courtney , whose biggest role previously was as a child actor in Super 8 . Chuck Smith is played by Kelsey Grammer , well-established in Hollywood and on television. Fans of Christian media will recognize Jonathan Roumie who plays Lonnie Frisbee from his role as Jesus in The Chosen . It's the differing paths of these actors and ultimately their characters that create the perfect storm for revival to occur in this story.

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11 'I Can Only Imagine' (2018)

Rotten tomatoes score: 67%.

I Can Only Imagine is a biographical drama about the real life of Bart Mallard , lead singer of the band MercyMe. The film traces Bart's childhood in Texas, his abusive relationship with his father, and their eventual reconciliation. Dennis Quaid and Cloris Leachman are the heavy hitters of the cast, but Broadway performer J. Michael Finley gives a moving performance as Bart and handles all of his singing.

Because of its autobiographical nature, this story is intensely personal and resonates deeply with fans. It also has great music, and the popular MercyMe song "I Can Only Imagine" gets to be appreciated on a deeper level, as fans now know the origin story, not only of the singer but also of the song.

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10 'Come Sunday' (2018)

Rotten tomatoes score: 69%.

Come Sunday centers on Carlton Pearson ( Chiwetel Ejiofor ), who is a successful and charismatic Pentecostal preacher in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He belongs to the prosperity gospel movement, which promotes the idea that faith can bring about material success and personal wealth, and he has a sizable congregation. When Pearson gets a discovery that contradicts his long-held convictions, however, his life takes a drastic shift.

The movie offers a warning about the theological misunderstandings and abuses that can occur in charismatic societies where the phrase "God told me" is often used . It also raises questions about the nature of God, salvation, and the role of organized religion in the lives of believers, providing audiences with a provocative look at the path of a man who dared to doubt and develop his religion in spite of the difficulties it caused.

9 'A Hidden Life' (2019)

Rotten tomatoes score: 82%.

A Hidden Life is based on the true story of Franz Jägerstätter , a conscientious objector during World War II, who refused to fight for the Nazis when they recruited soldiers from his small Austrian town. His fate is written on the wall, but the audience takes the journey with him, as he wrestles with his conscience, talks with his wife, and consults his local clergy about his moral dilemma. The punishment for not fighting is clear, but Franz accepts his death with sadness to lose his family but joy at having obeyed his Creator.

Directed by Terrance Malick , this is perhaps one of the most beautiful films ever made. There are wide, expansive shots of the family farm nestled in the Austrian mountains. We see the vastness of the country and also witness the intimacy between a husband and wife. We know that Franz's character has changed from how he was as a young man, but the struggle the audience sees is more simple: the struggle to follow his conviction. Once he realizes that he cannot fight in the war, he is resolved. And while his bravery is simple, the audience sees the cost of his courage, culminating in his death.

8 'Silence' (2016)

Rotten tomatoes score: 83%.

Silence is the movie Martin Scorcese waited over twenty years to make. It's the story of two Jesuit priests, played by Andrew Garfield and Adam Driver , who go on a rescue mission to Edo-era Japan to rescue their mentor, played by Liam Neeson . Their mentor, Ferreira, is rumored to be dead or worse -- to have renounced his faith. In their search, the two men experience persecution, hunger, and despair.

This film is clearly a labor of love for Scorsese , arguably his most personal film. It's visually stunning, with sweeping shots of the Japanese coasts and forests. More intimately, Scorsese is able to showcase human suffering, loneliness, and hope (or the lack of it) through these characters. Silence is a bleak and grueling watch clocking in at over three hours, but Scorsese's passion makes it essential viewing for any film fan. Justin Chang of Los Angeles Times named Silence the best film of 2016, calling it "shattering" and "an anguished masterwork."

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7 'Tree of Life' (2011)

Rotten tomatoes score: 84%.

Director Terrence Malick's Tree of Life is arguably one of the first and biggest mainstream films to deal with the concept of faith, pulling explicitly from the Bible, especially the Book of Job. The movie follows the adult Jack O'Brien, played by Sean Penn as he reflects on his childhood, his parents being played by Brad Pitt and Jessica Chastain .

One of the most theologically profound aspects of this movie is the attention it gives to two opposing forces of humanity: the way of grace and the way of nature. The adult Jack O'Brien feels both of these forces within himself as he remembers his childhood. His mother who is kind, nurturing, and patient, embodies the way of grace. His father who is short-tempered, restless, and at times cruel, exemplifies the way of nature. The adult Jack tries to work out who he is as these dual forces battle within him like they do for all of us. Though it's somewhat divisive, Tree of Life was an overall triumph, garnering three Oscar nods including Best Picture.

6 'Hacksaw Ridge' (2016)

Hacksaw Ridge is based on the true story of Desmond Doss, an American who served in the army during World War II but refused to handle a rifle or work on Saturdays because of his faith as a Seventh-Day Adventist and pacifist Christian. Regardless, Doss enlisted in the army as a medic following the attack on Pearl Harbor. After enduring beatings, verbal assault and nearly being discharged from the army, the explosive, powerful film culminates with Doss being accepted by his fellow soldiers, and saving 75 men at Hacksaw Ridge.

Garfield is known for taking on roles that explore faith and meaning, and this is a prime example. Directed by Mel Gibson , the intensity of the war scenes he captures offers a stunning backdrop to witness Doss's unwillingness to bear arms. Hacksaw Ridge served as something of a comeback for once disgraced Gibson, garnering positive critical and audience response in addition to six Academy Award nods.

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5 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind' (2019)

Rotten tomatoes score: 86%.

Based on the true story of William Kamkwamba , The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind follows William ( Maxwell Simba ) as he is forced to drop out of school due to a famine that devastates his village. Despite having no formal education, William is motivated to find a solution to the issues affecting his community, especially the starvation and drought that endanger their way of life. He becomes passionate about using wind energy to power a water pump and irrigate the fields, giving a lifeline for his village's survival after being inspired by a book he finds in the neighborhood library.

The movie's themes of resiliency, ingenuity, and the strength of the human spirit are set against this backdrop as it emphasizes how faith can bring comfort, motivation, and a sense of purpose during trying times. Although it's frequently tough to watch due to its honest depiction of human suffering, this only helps its high points pay off and makes the movie one of the most inspirational stories about human resilience and faith.

4 'Calvary' (2014)

Rotten tomatoes score: 89%.

Calvary follows the story of a sincere, yet imperfect priest seeking to minister to a town that is burdened by sin and doubt. After an anonymous source warns Father James will pay for the sins of other priests with his life, the weight of the problems of the town seems to grow, and it seems there is a limit to the reconciliation Father James is able to usher in. Brendan Gleeson plays the priest Father James perfectly.

The film provides an interesting premise: rather than telling a story of a bad priest in a good world, this is the story of a good priest in a bad world. The values of forgiveness and restoration are strong, though they are always contrasted with despair and melancholy. Nearly a decade before his Oscar-nominated turn in The Banshees of Inisherin , Gleeson displayed his distinct gift for grounding dark comedy in layers of humanity.

3 'Women Talking' (2023)

Rotten tomatoes score: 90%.

Women Talking is just what it sounds like. The film centers around a conversation between female representatives of a Mennonite community in Bolivia who must decide together how to respond to a crisis in their community. Over a period of four years, the women have been attacked in the night by certain unknown men in their community. They have a small window of time when the men are away from the colony and the women must decide -- should they run, fight, or do nothing?

This movie grapples with the question so many Christians deal with: What happens when I'm suffering and God is silent? Working out the answer to this question is exquisitely achieved in this film, which calls itself "a work of female imagination." The cast and crew were made up of nearly all females, with particularly excellent performances by Claire Foy and Rooney Mara . In the end, the women make their decision communally. They share their stories, their anger, and their hurts. In the end, they do come to a decision, and while they know it's right, it doesn't mean it's easy.

2 'First Reformed' (2018)

Rotten tomatoes score: 94%.

First Reformed deals with crises of faith. Ethan Hawke plays Father Toller, pastor of a historic church in upstate New York with a dying congregation. Amanda Seyfried plays Mary, a pregnant woman worried about her husband, a man consumed by the thoughts that the earth will become uninhabitable for their child due to climate change. These characters come together, dealing with the weightiness of their personal lives, local politics, and a worldwide existential threat.

The most marvelous thing about this film is the relationship between its two main characters, played by Hawke and Seyfried. They're calm and understated, yet carrying the weight of the world within themselves. Yet this resonates as a human experience. Humans carry on in the face of death, loss, failure, uncertainty, and fear. These two characters look to Christianity for answers, but the answers don't come easily.

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1 'Mass' (2021)

Rotten tomatoes score: 95%.

Mass is the story of one conversation that takes place entirely in a church basement. Two sets of parents who are connected by tragedy meet in an attempt to heal from the deaths of both of their sons. And while the setting is simple, the movie deals with the incredibly heavy issues of blame, guilt, and reconciliation. The movie is the directorial debut of Fran Kranz (he played the pothead in Cabin in the Woods ), who also wrote and directed.

Reed Birney , Ann Dowd , Jason Isaacs , and Martha Plimpton all give moving performances of parents dealing with grief and hurt. The four of them create a lasting tension in the room together that makes trudging through their feelings difficult and volatile. Despite overwhelmingly positive response from critics as well as audiences ( the audience score on Rotten Tomatoes is 91%), Mass more or less went under the radar upon release. It's one of the most powerful drama movies so far this decade, a gut punch about grace and redemption.

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Christian Movie Review Websites: A Guide

By: Olivia Cristina

In a world where cinematic experiences are more than just entertainment, finding a film that aligns with your faith and values becomes paramount. Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Christian Movie Review Websites , crafted specifically for those seeking discernment and depth in movie critiques. Here, we illuminate the premier destinations where Christian movie reviews for parents and families aren’t just afterthoughts—they’re priorities. Discover the critical role of faith-based analysis, the detailed evaluations that respect your values, and the interactive communities that enrich your viewing choices. Dive into our spring of knowledge, where the best Christian movie review websites aren’t just listed—they’re thoroughly explored.

What Are the Top Christian Movie Review Websites for Faith-Based Analysis?

When seeking the best Christian movie review websites, one prime candidate for faith-based analysis is Plugged In , a website known for its comprehensive reviews that consider the entertainment value of movies through a Christian lens. For Christian families, evaluating movies isn’t just about gauging the quality of cinematography or storyline; it’s essential to examine how the content aligns with their faith and values. It’s a practice similar to consuming food—just as one considers nutritional value, a movie’s moral and ethical ingredients are put under the microscope.

Another standout in the landscape of Christian movie reviews for parents is Movieguide , which offers a treasure trove of evaluations specifically tailored to families and Christians engaging with Hollywood content. Movieguide stands out not just for its insightful reviews, but also for its dedication to guiding families based on Christian principles.

A key feature across these top review sites is the depth of content they provide. It’s not just a thumbs up or down. Instead, the reviews delve into how a movie might resonate with Christian viewers, considering factors like positive messages, objectionable content, and spiritual lessons. They also prioritize family-friendliness. Parents can feel confident about the movies they watch with their children because the reviews are designed to flag any concerning content while highlighting uplifting themes.

User engagement is the third pillar that elevates these platforms. Interaction isn’t limited to reading reviews; on many of these sites, users can participate in discussions, contribute their thoughts, and even utilize discussion guides to spark conversations at home. This triad of attributes—depth of content, family-friendliness, and user engagement—cement these websites as the top resources for Christians looking for movie reviews that resonate with their faith while steering their entertainment choices.

How Do Sites Like Plugged In Provide In-Depth Movie Critiques?

Sites like Plugged In stand out as they offer detailed movie critiques through the lens of Christian values, specifically tailored by Focus on the Family—an organization dedicated to nurturing and defending family integrity. Their reviews meticulously balance entertainment with Christian virtues, assisting parents in making informed entertainment choices for their families.

Plugged In’s approach to movie reviews combines an evaluation of technical proficiency with a diligent assessment of moral and spiritual content. They parse through plotlines, character development, and thematic elements, offering an intricate portrayal of a film’s potential impact from a faith-oriented perspective. This critical analysis goes beyond mere synopsis, illuminating aspects that might resonate or clash with Christian beliefs and values.

The platform also enriches the conversation around movies with user features such as comments, discussion guides, and community forums. These tools promote an interactive space for families and church groups to engage with content and one another, fostering a community where viewers can share insights, queries, and reflections. By prompting discussions that bridge movies with faith and real-life implications, Plugged In strengthens its utility as more than just a review site—it becomes a resource for spiritual growth and parental guidance.

Building upon intellectual review components, Plugged In serves to empower and equip its audience, transforming the act of movie-watching from a passive experience into an opportunity for discernment and faith-enriching dialogue.

What Makes Movieguide a Unique Source for Christian Movie Reviews?

Movieguide stands out as a cornerstone of film critique sculpted by Christian principles, distinctly providing coverage of mainstream Hollywood offerings. This isn’t your average movie review site; what sets Movieguide apart is how deeply entwined it is with Christian family values. Movieguide’s rating system underscores this, illuminating how each film aligns—or deviates from—these core values.

How does Movieguide’s rating system work? It gauges a film’s content according to specific criteria such as language, sexual content, violence, and drug use, and then assesses the overarching themes and messages against biblical truths. This provides a rounded picture of a movie’s appropriateness for Christian audiences, particularly families seeking guidance.

Diving deeper, Movieguide doesn’t just stop at reviewing films—it’s an emporium of faith-oriented resources. The site delves into articles that discuss the intersection of faith and culture, interviews that unpack an artist’s spiritual journey, and thorough analyses that check mainstream narratives against strong faith-based traditional views. Movieguide offers a bastion for Christian audiences navigating Hollywood’s glitzy terrain.

It’s no wonder why Movieguide is featured as a trusted guide in the “15 Best Christian Movie Blogs and Websites” for 2024. It not only pioneers in film review but also in offering insights into creating a harmonious relationship between faith and entertainment. For those looking for an anchor in the ever-shifting sands of Hollywood, Movieguide is a lighthouse, guiding and informing with a Christian perspective.

Can Christians Trust Common Sense Media for Family-Friendly Movie Ratings?

When seeking an answer to whether Christians can trust Common Sense Media for family-friendly movie ratings, the answer is yes. Common Sense Media is generally considered trustworthy, offering reviews that cater to family friendliness and educational value. It provides a comprehensive approach to evaluating movies, focusing on content appropriateness and potential learning opportunities, both of which can align with Christian values.

For Christian parents who want balanced reviews, Common Sense Media’s reliability lies in its inclusive rating system. These ratings take various factors into consideration—including violence, sexual content, language, and more—allowing parents to make an informed decision on whether a movie aligns with their family’s values before watching. Although not explicitly Christian, its conservative stance on content helps shield young viewers from mature topics, making it a go-to resource for many Christian households.

Beyond movie reviews, Common Sense Media offers a wider array of resources that could be valuable for Christian families. Their reviews are not limited to movies alone; the platform also provides insights into common sense media books and educational tools. This makes Common Sense Media a one-stop-shop for parents who are keen on cultivating a media-rich environment that is not just entertaining but also serves a developmental purpose for their children.

Overall, Common Sense Media’s user-friendly interface and its mission to empower parents with information contribute to its trustworthiness among those within the Christian community looking for media guidance. With its detailed analysis and age-specific ratings, Christian parents can navigate the vast media landscape with more confidence and peace of mind.

How Do Other Christian Movie Review Sites Like Crosswalk and Christian Spotlight Engage Their Readers?

Beyond the household names, there are less well-known yet invaluable Christian movie review websites such as Crosswalk and Christian Spotlight which provide faithful audiences with tailored content. These sites engage readers through a variety of features designed to foster community and spur on conversation. A key feature is the comment sections, which invite users to share their reflections and engage with the reviews and opinions expressed.

Movie reviews for Christian parents are particularly enriched by discussion prompts that these sites offer, encouraging families to consider and discuss the moral and spiritual implications of the films they watch. These prompts can often lead to valuable teaching moments and deeper family connections. Community forums are another avenue where readers can connect over shared values and cinematic experiences, enhancing the experience of engaging with faith-based critiques.

When scouting for a Christian movie review site, there are several aspects to consider. Comprehensiveness is essential; a good site covers a wide range of films, including the latest releases like a Christian movie review of Lightyear. Next, the worldview analysis—is the critique framed within a Christian perspective, discussing the alignment, or lack thereof, with biblical principles? Lastly, family-guidance is crucial for Christian review of movies, offering clear insights to parents about a film’s appropriateness for children at various ages.

By holding user engagement and spiritually grounded reviews at the core, these sites strengthen their appeal to Christian audiences seeking both entertainment guidance and community interaction.

In navigating the world of cinema through a Christian lens, websites like Plugged In and Movieguide stand out for their meticulous critiques and their commitment to faith-based values, guiding families in their movie choices. They offer not just reviews but a platform for discussion and community engagement. Common Sense Media, while not exclusively Christian, earns trust with its detailed ratings on family-friendliness. Meanwhile, niche sites such as Crosswalk and Christian Spotlight offer unique perspectives and interactive experiences tailored to Christian audiences. The wealth of resources available highlights the importance of discerning viewership and the vibrant dialogue within the Christian community around contemporary media.

FAQ: Christian Movie Review Websites

What are some of the top Christian movie review websites for faith-based analysis? The top Christian movie review websites include Plugged In and Movieguide, both of which provide in-depth reviews through a Christian lens. They offer a detailed assessment of movies that includes analyzing content for its moral and spiritual implications, as well as evaluating technical aspects like cinematography and plot. Additionally, these sites prioritize family-friendliness and encourage user engagement through discussion forums and comments.

How do Plugged In’s reviews provide in-depth critiques from a Christian perspective? Plugged In, a website created by Focus on the Family, offers in-depth critiques from a Christian perspective. It meticulously examines technical aspects of films and parses through plotlines, character development, and thematic elements in light of Christian virtues. The site provides a critical analysis that goes beyond a synopsis to include aspects of a movie that might resonate or conflict with Christian beliefs and values, and it facilitates community discussion with features like comments and discussion guides.

What makes Movieguide a unique resource for Christian families? Movieguide is unique in that it intertwines its film critiques with Christian family values. It reviews films with a rating system based on Christian principles, assessing language, sexuality, violence, drug use, and overall themes. Movieguide also provides articles, interviews, and analyses that explore the intersection of faith and culture, positioning itself as a guide for Christians navigating mainstream Hollywood content.

Can Christian families trust Common Sense Media for movie ratings? Yes, Christian families can trust Common Sense Media for movie ratings. It offers family-friendly reviews and evaluates educational value, both of which can align with Christian values. The ratings cover various content areas and provide parents with comprehensive insights, allowing them to make informed decisions about the appropriateness of movies for their family. Although not explicitly Christian, its conservative approach makes it a valued resource for many Christian homes.

How do other Christian movie review websites like Crosswalk and Christian Spotlight engage their readers? Christian movie review websites like Crosswalk and Christian Spotlight engage their readers by providing features that foster community and spur conversation. They offer comment sections, discussion prompts for families, and community forums that allow users to connect and share their cinematic experiences from a faith-based perspective. These sites aim to enrich the Christian movie-watching experience by encouraging viewer interaction and providing spiritually grounded reviews and family guidance.

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Cheaters and schemers are regular fixtures in many romantic dramas because they come ready to bring tension and intrigue to a story. Will the one partner stray or won’t they? Will each person in the relationship go their own way after the infidelity has been revealed? Is this the thing that breaks a couple already on the rocks? In movies, an affair is a destabilizing force that’s more fun to watch than a happy couple set in their ways. An affair is a roadblock or a catalyst. It’s simultaneously a disaster and a roller coaster.

Brian DeCubellis' "Trust" is set up like a stacked row of dominoes around a cheat and a scheme because of a supposed affair. Brooke ( Victoria Justice ) is a new gallery owner with an exciting new artistic discovery, the Dublin-based painter Ansgar ( Lucien Laviscount ). Brooke is banking on Ansgar’s brightly hued, provocative paintings to catch the art world’s eye. With a smoldering persona and a habit of painting naked pictures of his old flames, Ansgar immediately invites the scrutiny of Brooke’s husband, Owen ( Matthew Daddario ). A successful broadcast reporter in his own right, he feigns support while barely masking his doubt about the seductive artist. But Brooke has her own suspicions about her beau, especially after she sees him getting cryptic texts from younger news assistants from work. And that’s before Owen crosses paths with Amy ( Katherine McNamara ), a flirtatious blonde who really complicates the story.

Although “Trust” gets off to a shaky start, once the players are introduced and the flirty game’s afoot, it’s a mostly fun ride. The movie hints at things that may or may not have happened, keeping the audience guessing and second guessing who’s cheating on whom. The film also plays with its narrative timeline, double backing to past events and showing small gestures and clues in a new light. That light is also provided by cinematographer David Tumblety , who gives the movie’s New York scenes a glossy neon-sleek look at night and contrasts it with the stark white walls of Brooke’s gallery, the darkened news studio where Owen works and the grey sky days when Brooke and Amy meet. It’s a subtle nod to how the characters feel about each other at the time, like when Owen and Amy meet at a bar and the scene becomes exceptionally blue and alluring on first watch. When the moment is revisited again from a different perspective, it’s more distanced, less like an inviting commercial and more like a game of cat-and-an-easily-gullible-mouse.

“Trust” can be engrossing until its occasional rough patches of hammy dialogue and half-thought-through logic. Some lines simply don’t ring true, some visual effects come across as silly, and some explanations leave the viewer with possibly more questions than answers. DeCubellis, K.S. Bruce, and Kristen Lazarian ’s screenplay takes its cues from Lazarian’s play, and it’s perhaps why the interpersonal tension between Brooke, Owen, and their potential dalliances work so well when they’re front and center. The more cinematic interpretations of the play don’t always stick the landing, like a Christmastime confrontation between the couple that plays out in the streets of New York City. Namely, a block or two away from Radio City Music Hall, whose cameo threatens to overshadow the relationship drama at the film’s climax. It takes up almost as much screen real estate as the couple we’re meant to focus on. There are a few of these New York in the holiday shots that try to play up the tragedy of the moment, but end up coming across as more distracting than dramatic.

The cast’s performances can be just as hit or miss. Justice plays up Brooke’s insecurity and suspicions as the spouse who just wants answers, yet begins to doubt if her investment in Ansgar is worth losing her relationship. Nevertheless, she carries on, rebuffing the artist’s flirtations and trying to mend things with Owen. As Amy, McNamara fits the profile of a person you think you know but turns out to be a total stranger. Both Amy and Brooke remain somewhat of a mystery till the end, which could leave some audiences unsatisfied with the movie’s half-truths. The men feel more like stock characters who are set in their ways and behave as expected. Ansgar, in particular, feels more like a cut-out to be lusted after and reduced to a hypersexual character with one thing on his mind.

“Trust” is like a politely salacious book you would pick up at an airport to read on a long flight after an even longer work week. Overall, it’s easy to follow and get caught up in the drama of these characters. There are a few surprises but nothing too earth-shattering or shocking. Trickier affairs of the heart have made their way to the screen before, and while mostly enjoyable, this one isn’t as memorable.

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30 best christian movies to watch.

It can be hard to find good family films that everyone loves, especially if you are a faith-based family, so we've compiled a list for you. These Christian films offer adventure, suspense, special effects, love, hope, and forgiveness. Christian film companies have produced 100's of films, but here are a handful of Christian-based movies that stand apart, and most of them can be found on Netflix. I'll even add a bonus series at the end that every Christian should watch!

1. Joseph: King of Dreams

It follows the life of Joseph from slavery to becoming the second most powerful man in Egypt. The story is written in a way that even young minds can comprehend.

2. God Bless the Broken Road

The story of love between a widowed mother and a driver while she tries to maintain her faith will touch your soul's softest spot. The movie gives a perfect balance of beauty and pain.

3. Soul Surfer

The movie narrates the story of Bethany Hamilton, a Christian and a life-long surfer. An attack by a shark sees her lose her arm, but seeks a sanctuary in Christ. If you are in the mood for an inspiring and uplifting film, Soul Surfer will be a perfect fit.

4. Same Kind of Different as Me

The Christian movie expresses the joy and pain of a shattered relationship. Debbie Hall and Ron meet a homeless man, Denver, who inspires them to restores their marriage. It provides a glimpse into the realities of racism and homelessness without moving into depth of violence.

The Christian movie features Victor Torres, who struggled with drug addiction but became victorious by God's grace. A Christian adult should watch the film and better understand the weight of sins and thus recognize the unconditional true love of God.

6. The Letters

This film narrates the story of Mother Teres and her ministry. Her letters show how she struggled with alienation and doubts from God and people in her life. It is a true inspiration to anyone inside the Christian faith.

7. 23 Blast

It tells the touching story of Travis. The courageous and determined high school football player goes blind after an infection. The movie is inspiring and, at the same time, entertaining.

8. Christian Mingle

Christian Mingle gives a slight ironical view of the Christian club. The movie has a great evangelistic message and will also break your rib.

9. The Robe

Marcellus has a task to track down Christians who have a plot against the empire. However, he ends up becoming one after learning what they do. The Christian movie is proof of the power of the Christian faith.

10. Unconditional

The movie features Samantha Crawford, who faces a tough life after the murder of her husband. The Christian film is a testament to the redeeming power of God's unconditional love.

11. The Fathers Love

The movie features the story of Sarah, who dates too much. So much so, at times, she even dates more than one man in a day. Until she finally comes to trust in Jesus.

12. The Prince of Egypt

The Prince of Egypt dramatizes the story of Moses. The entertaining masterpiece gives a glimpse of God's sovereignty and miraculous involvement in a man's life. It's not quite scripturally accurate, but it could be a good launching off point when introducing young children to Old Testament stories.

13. Last Ounce of Courage

The Christian movie narrates a critical story with a clear patriotic and evangelistic message. It starts with a crucial back-story and moves into a spiritual ending that is heart-rending.

14. Raising Izzie

Two orphaned sisters live alone and offer support to each other as they try to maintain secrecy in their solitude. The engaging movie incorporates humor in the storyline. The conclusion is about faith, prayer, and miracle.

15. Left Behind

The movie gives an alert of the end time. Left Behind will leave a nonbeliever to convert with seeing the goodness of God's salvation. This film has options! You can either throwback to the Kirk Cameron version of the film series or watch Nicolas Cage's 2014 release.

The movie gives valuable lessons to both adult and young minds. If you are looking for an action Christian movie, then this is one of them.

17. God's Not Dead

This Christian film will surely elevate your faith in God to another level. Life can get tough to the point of feeling like forsaking God. The movie inspires you to keep believing and never give up on God.

18. I Am Potential

The inspiring movie features a father who assists his son to overcome impossibilities despite having disabilities. The heartwarming story is a testimony of God-given potential.

19. Son of God

The movie is an enthralling showcase of God's grace, narrating the story of Jesus. With excellent acting and a powerful conclusion, Son of God is a real life-changer.

20. 1500 Steps

The movie narrates the story of a son who has an athletic ability similar to his father. However, he faces challenges to achieve the dreams of becoming an accomplished runner until he meets a mentor. It is a touching story.

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‘The Creator’ Reflects Nagging Spiritual Questions of a Secular Age

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Walt Disney unveiled his first audio-animatronic robot at the New York World’s Fair in 1964. The robot was a life-size, lifelike depiction of Abraham Lincoln that stood from its chair and delivered a five-minute speech . When attendees saw the robot, many refused to believe it wasn’t a human and threw coins at it to try to make it jump.

More than half a century later, we still struggle to comprehend technology that looks like us, sounds like us, and supposedly thinks like us. The recent emergence of generative AI like ChatGPT has given the conversation more urgency. What ultimately distinguishes humanity from robots? The question has been explored countless times in popular culture, from Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner to Steven Spielberg’s A.I. to, most recently, The Creator , written and directed by British filmmaker Gareth Edwards ( Rogue One ).

Like many other sci-fi films, The Creator asks provocative questions about humanity and existence, even as it struggles to offer answers. Ultimately, Edwards’s film provides a potent example of the spiritual lostness of modern man in a culture that can’t find any fixed point of meaning.

New Spin on Man vs. Machine Saga

The Creator opens with a vintage newsreel-style introduction that sets the context for a war between the Western world and all forms of advanced AI. The robots, which range from Roomba-like androids to human-like “simulants,” coexist with humans in a Far Eastern continent called “New Asia.”

Set in the 2060s, the story follows Joshua (John David Washington), a U.S. special forces operator in New Asia who’s part of military efforts to discover advanced AI’s creator—“Nirmata”—and find an AI superweapon that has the potential to exterminate mankind. The superweapon turns out to be a simulant child nicknamed Alphie (Madeleine Yuna Voyles), whom Joshua captures and forms a bond with as they’re pursued by both AI robots and the American military.

The Creator provides a potent example of the spiritual lostness of modern man in a culture that can’t find any fixed point of meaning.

Though the humans vs. robots movie narrative has been told many times, The Creator adds some unique twists to the genre, especially in its depiction of a lovable 6-year-old girl as an AI superweapon. Voyles’s performance as Alphie is superb—one of the best I’ve seen from a child actor. The way she captures the heart of Joshua—who becomes something of a father and protector of her as the film progresses—is a proxy for how she makes the audience feel.

Edwards clearly wants to confront the audience with a sympathetic, human-like AI character who leads the audience to contemplate, What does it mean that the hero I’m most rooting for in this film isn’t human?

‘How Were You Made?’

As humans, do we have ethical responsibilities toward nonhuman AI ? That’s the kind of question The Creator poses. At multiple points in the movie when a simulant is destroyed or a robot begs for mercy, a human says, “They’re not real . . . it’s just programming.” But Joshua (and the viewer) is led to question this logic.

It may technically be “just programming,” but what happens when the robots look, talk, think, and act just like us? What happens when they start asking the same existential questions as humans? The Creator raises these questions, which cannot be answered by a worldview that excludes God—the Creator—as the source and standard of final reality.

Edwards seems to recognize this, as much of the film revolves around Joshua and Alphie’s joint quest to find Nirmata (which is the Hindi word for “creator”). In one scene, Alphie asks Joshua, “If you’re not a robot, how were you made?” All Joshua can muster in response is that his parents made him. Neither Joshua nor Alphie knows their true maker, and they bond over this loss.

Bonding over Shared Questions

The gradually stronger bond between Joshua and Alphie blurs the line between human and robot. Joshua has advanced prosthetics for one arm and one leg. He later learns Alphie was designed using a human embryo, so she can grow and mature—despite being a robot. Joshua is part machine, and she is part human. Both of them experience longings for Nirmata, as well as an instinctual desire for “heaven”—which they talk about a few times in the film.

Perhaps as a subversion of the standard narrative that pits humans against AI, Edwards wants us to see Joshua and Alphie in the same existential category. They both feel “programmed”—made for some purpose, with some logic in mind—yet the identity of the programmer and the details of the programming purpose are frustratingly elusive.

By the end of the film, Edwards doesn’t want the viewer to evaluate the story from the perspective of Joshua but of Alphie—the lost child. She’s a being with the power to do both great good and terrible harm in the world, yet without moral guidance on how to use that power and why. Further, she was programmed with a desire to know her creator and be united in a “heaven” she cannot reach.

Modern Man Is the Lost Child

The Creator reflects the dilemma of modern man, who views himself as little more than a machine (albeit made of flesh, not filaments) yet still desires the satisfaction of knowing his Maker. The film captures the malaise of secular people pulled between the competing forces of a materialistic culture and their hearts’ “programming” for a heaven and a transcendent purpose they’re unable to find. Modern man, without a final authority in God, experiences anxiety in the awareness of his great potential, yet he lacks guidance on how to use it and why it matters.

Contemporary secular culture is a lost child disconnected from its Maker. Christians have the opportunity to speak into this culture with the better story of the gospel. Our life isn’t a quest of searching for a hidden, elusive Creator; instead, our Creator initiated the quest to reach us . He made himself known in the person of Jesus Christ. Jesus, the Son of God, set aside his great power to atone for our sin on the cross, thereby bridging the great gulf between us and our Maker.

Contemporary secular culture is a lost child disconnected from its Maker.

Gareth Edwards’s The Creator is a compelling example of our culture’s nagging hunger for God—even as we’ve officially “moved beyond” religion and replaced God with science and technological progress. No matter how awe-inspiring our technologies get, the fundamental questions that haunt The Creator will still haunt humans in our world: What are we created for ? Who did the creating, and why do I long to know him? Why do we self-consciously reflect on these questions if we’re merely wires, silicon chips, and meat?

Perhaps Augustine was onto something when he wrote, in Confessions , “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.”

Christians can courageously engage these questions, pointing people to a better story than secularism can muster.

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How to Find Family-Friendly Movies You Can Trust

Have you ever watched a movie with your kids and thought, “THIS is rated PG?” As a parent, it can be disheartening to take your kids to a “family-friendly” movie and find yourself grimacing. Gone are the days when you could watch any PG rated movie with the confidence that it would be free of violence, language and innuendos. If you can’t trust movie ratings, how do you find family-friendly movies you can trust?

First, a Word on Ratings…

Before we explain how to find movies you can trust, it’s helpful to understand how secular movies are rated. The Motion-Picture Association of America ( MPAA ) is the entity behind film ratings in the United States and its territories.

If we want to understand why “PG” doesn’t seem so innocent anymore, we have to understand how the MPAA rates movies. According to the MPAA, “The Classification & Ratings Administration (CARA) hosts the rating board made up of an independent group of parents. CARA’s mission is to provide parents the tools they need to make informed decisions about what their children watch.”

Basically, an independent board of parents reviews movies and discusses their content, then votes on what rating they think a film should be given. While this is a start, it is subjective in nature, and is why more conservative parents often end up shocked at the content allowed in PG (or even G-rated) movies. Thankfully, there are some great resources besides an MPAA-CARA movie rating that will help you make the right choice for your family.

Plugged In Movie Reviews

Plugged In is an extension of Focus on the Family that strives to give “families the essential tools they need to understand, navigate and impact the culture in which they live.” Plugged In reviews movies extensively, giving parents a detailed look at the positive elements, spiritual content, sexual content, violent content, language, and drug and alcohol content in every movie. Reading a Plugged In movie review arms parents with all the details of what they are about to watch with their kids, and as they say, “knowledge is power.”

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Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media ’s reviews date back a bit farther than Plugged In, making them a great resource for checking content in older movies. Common Sense reviews tend to be based more on parent feedback and include age recommendations. Their reviews also list “consumerism” as a factor in their reviews, which some parents may find helpful. On Common Sense Media, you can read parent comments about movies, which can help you understand what you’re about to watch.

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If you don’t have time to sift through movie reviews, Pure Flix’s streaming service makes finding a family-friendly movie incredibly easy. Pure Flix content is family-friendly, wholesome, and entertaining, making your choice much easier. You can try Pure Flix for FREE and see for yourself. Just click here to start your free trial.

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Navigating the media jungle can be a struggle, but thankfully there are many more resources than just the MPAA. Have you used any of these resources to find family-friendly movies? Which one is your favorite?

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Netflix’s new limited crime series Ripley is now streaming as of April 4. As you’re watching the suspenseful thriller, learn all about the Ripley cast , including who plays Tom Ripley, Marge Sherwood, Dickie Greenleaf, and more.

An adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s novel “The Talented Mr. Ripley,” the eight-episode limited series was written, directed, and executive produced by Steve Zaillian, the filmmaker behind The Irishman (2019) and The Night Of (2016). The director said that Highsmith’s 1955 book inspired him to utilize black-and-white cinematography throughout the project.

“When Patricia wrote it, if she imagined a movie being made from it back then, it would be in black and white,” he said during an early screening of the series in NYC, according to IndieWire . “The cover of that book that I had was in black-and-white, so as I was reading it, it was in my mind to be that way.”

Zaillian continued, “I also felt that this story — the one that she told, the one that I wanted to tell — was quite sinister and quite dark. I just couldn’t imagine that taking place in a beautiful Italian setting with bright blue skies and colorful outfits and things like that.”

In Ripley, Andrew Scott plays the titular role as Tom Ripley, a con artist in New York City in the early ’60s. Tom’s life takes a dark turn when a rich business person hires him to travel to Italy to convince the man’s son, Dickie Greenleaf, to return to the U.S. Accepting the job leads Tom down a path of deceit, fraud, and murder.

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In 1999, “The Talented Mr. Ripley” was brought to the big screen for the critically acclaimed film of the same name starring Matt Damon, Jude Law, and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Meet the main cast of Netflix ’s Ripley below.

Andrew Scott As Tom Ripley

Andrew Scott stars as the Tom Ripley in Netflix’s Ripley . He portrays the struggling NYC con man who gets hired by a NYC business man to convince his son to return home from Italy. Steven Zaillian described Ripley as “a petty criminal who feels he deserves better than his meager circumstances” to Netflix’s Tudum . The director added that Scott “has the range to play the many personas of Ripley.”

Scott is best known for his roles in the BBC series Sherlock, the second season of Fleabag, and the James Bond film Spectre. His most recent acclaimed project was the 2023 British movie, All of Us Strangers.

Dakota Fanning As Marge Sherwood

Dakota Fanning in "Ripley" on Netflix.

In Ripley , Dakota Fanning portrays Dickie Greenleaf’s girlfriend, Marge. In the series, Marge suspects that Ripley is up to no good. Zaillian told Netflix he choose Fanning after seeing the actress’ performance in Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood.

Fanning has had a vast career in TV and film, starting with her days as a child actor in titles like I Am Sam , Uptown Girls , and The Cat in the Hat . She’s also appeared in the Twilight franchise, The Equalizer 3 , Effie Gray , the crime series The Alienist, and more.

Johnny Flynn As Dickie Greenleaf

Johnny Flynn in "Ripley" on Netflix.

British actor Johnny Flynn portrays Dickie Greenleaf in Ripley, the wealthy, self-entitled artist living off his trust fund. Zaillian told Netflix that Flynn brings out the “sweet naïveté beneath [Dickie’s] outward confidence, along with that laconic ease people who don’t have to worry about money have.”

Flynn is also a musician; he’s the lead singer and songwriter for the band Johnny Flynn & the Sussex Wit. His film and TV roles include Emma , Lovesick, the BBC miniseries adaptation of Les Miserables, and the film Stardust as David Bowie.

Eliot Sumner As Freddie Mills

Eliot Sumner in "Ripley" on Netflix.

Eliot Sumner plays Freddie Mills in Ripley , Dickie’s rich and snobby friend who has suspicions about Tom. Zaillian told Netflix that he liked Sumner’s “quiet, knowing, sophisticated” embodiment of the character.

Sumner — the child of Sting and Trudie Styler — is also a singer-songwriter. Their breakout role was in Guy Ritchie’s 2020 film The Gentlemen .

Maurizio Lombardi As Inspector Ravini

Maurizio Lombardi in "Ripley" on Netflix.

Maurizio Lombardi stars as the Italian homicide detective in Ripley . In an interview with Screen Rant , Lombardi spoke about the dynamic between him and Andrew. “I think like chess play with me and Andrew and the movement is the lines of the script. And because Steve told us “Okay, stay stop the camera around you.” So, like a game. I play a game with Andrew Scott [and] Tom Ripley,” he said.

The Italian actor’s international breakout role was in The Young Pope and its sequel, The New Pope. He’s also set to star in Prime Video’s spinoff Citadel: Diana, based on the American spy action thriller series Citadel .

Kenneth Lonergan as Mr. Greenleaf

Kenneth Lonergan in "Ripley" on Netflix.

In Ripley , Kenneth Lonergan stars as Mr. Greenleaf, Dickie’s father who hires Ripley to go to Italy in the first place.

Lonergan is an award-winning director, screenwriter, and playwright. He won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Manchester by the Sea and received Oscar nods for You Can Count on Me and Gangs of New York. His notable plays include This Is Our Youth, Lobby Hero, and The Waverly Gallery, which each earned nominations for the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play.

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Is Raya and the Last Dragon worth the Hype?

Trust. Five lands, five groups of people. They don’t trust each other and their world is a broken place. This storyline could be ripped from our headlines today. The fantasy world of Kumandra is the setting for Raya and the Last Dragon. The film has been released simultaneously into theaters and on Disney+ on March 5, 2021. But is this movie suitable for children? Read a Christian moms review of Raya and the Last Dragon.

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Christian Movie Review: Disney Raya and the Last Dragon Synopsis:

Kumandra is a world composed of 5 different lands, Tail, Talon, Spine, Fang, and Heart. Dragons lived among the humans peacefully. However, an evil force threatened the lands 500 years ago, and the dragons sacrificed themselves to save the humans.

The people of tail from Disney Raya and the Last Dragon

500 years later, Raya and her father, are the guardians of the last dragon gem. When her father invites the inhabitants of the other lands, selfishness causes the gem to explode into 5 pieces, and unleash the Druun which turns everyone it touches to stone. This evil fills the lands. And only a few humans are left.

6 years later, Raya is on a quest to try to gather the 5 pieces of the gem. Along her adventures, she unleashes the last dragon, Sisu (Awkwafina).

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There is very little objectionable content in this PG-rated movie. The film is beautiful, with fantastic graphics. Visually it is a stunning film. Additionally, the chosen colors for the movie are an artistic masterpiece.

Another great aspect of the film is the humor and storyline. Raya and the Last Dragon explores a culture and story that we haven’t seen before. Furthermore, it is creative, unique and inspiring.

Raya’s father is kind, loving and patient. He embodies what parenting should look like. Additionally, he invites their enemies over for dinner to try to get to know one another better and to mend fences.

The entire message of this film embodies the power of forgiveness and trust to heal and move forward.

Things Parents May Want to Know about Raya and the Last Dragon

In Disney Raya and the Last Dragon, there is mild violence, fighting, karate type fighting, and fighting with swords.

While there is some “potty humor,” overall this is a film that has very mild content.

Spiritual Elements:

Anytime the people of Kumandra see a dragon, they form a circle with their hands. It is unclear if this a form of worship. Additionally, people believed to be “dead” are brought back to life.

Magic, the power of the dragon stone, and other magical and mystical events happen throughout the film.

The phrase, “It was paradise,” is spoken about the land before the Druun was unleased on the land.

Additionally, there is talk about the “sacrifice” the dragons made to save the world from the Druun.

Is Raya and the Last Dragon worth the extra $30 on Disney+?

At $30, it is less expensive than taking the entire family to the movie theater. However, you may want the movie theater experience, and either way you see the film should be enjoyable and entertaining.

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Should you see Disney Raya and the Last Dragon? Our family enjoyed the film. Overall, the film is a clean family movie that is worth seeing. My age recommendation is 4 and up. This is a film that your family will want to watch more than once,and for that reason I recommend buying it on Disney+.

Warrior Raya and Tuk Tuk from Disney Raya and the Last Dragon

Movie Review: Raya and the Last Dragon Christian Teaching Moments in Disney’s Latest Film:

Raya, voiced by Kelly Marie Tran, says, “The world’s broken. You can’t trust anyone.” “Maybe it’s broken because you don’t trust anyone,” responds Sisu.

The Bible says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6

The world is a broken place, and since the fall man has been trying to figure out how to get back to a state of unbrokenness. There is only redemption and wholeness through a relationship with Jesus Christ.

When we don’t understand other cultures, it creates fear. This fear leads to distrust. Raya and the Last Dragon depicts what happens when we allow others to become our enemies.

Educational Elements in Raya and the Last Dragon

The culture of Southeast Asia inspires the film from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Raya and the Last Dragon. Disney has long embraced other cultures when they are making a film, and for this film it was no different. They took research trips to Laos, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore and Malaysia to study the people, foods, landscape, fabrics, and colors.

When you are teaching your children and want to ensure you are teaching Christian values, make sure you point your children back to the Bible. Review what the Bible says about trust, salvation, and magic. The cultures of Southeast Asia, include Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and more. Read and watch documentaries about the cultures that the movie was based on.

In Raya, you see the characters greet one another by bringing their hands together. S imilar greetings are used to welcome another person throughout Asia.

Ask your children about a time in the Bible where Jesus eats dinner with a person who is going to betray them. In the movie, Raya’s father invites the people of the other lands over for dinner. However, he is ultimately betrayed by his guests. Jesus knew he would be betrayed, yet he broke bread with Judas anyway.

What is Raya’s dad’s name?

Raya’s dad is the Chief of Heart Land, and his name is Benja.

Young Raya and her father Benja Chief of the Heart Land

What Ethnicity is Raya?

Raya is Southeast Asia’s first Disney princess. Furthermore, she is the second princess from Asia after Mulan. Kelly Marie Tran who is the voice of Raya is a Vietnamese American

Is Betty White in Raya and the Last Dragon?

According to entertainment sources , Betty White does not have a voice part. The voice is that of Lucille Soong. In the film, Lucille voices Dang Hu, Dang Hai’s mother and the Talon chief.

What does the name Raya mean?

The name Raya is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin meaning “friend”.

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I noticed you did not do a “sexual” section on this one. I was watching it with my kids and they stuck a homo-erotic sexual tension in, that went over their heads, but I felt like was super obvious, and done quite purposely. Raya’s character was oblivious to it.

I can not wait to see it I am glad you gave a positive review I am looking forward to seeing it next week (spring break) with the grandkids

Thank you for this review. Its honest and very helpful in making our decision in getting the movie. I appreciate your help from a Christian point of view.

Migration (Christian Movie Review)

The movie never soars too high or plunges very deep emotionally, but it is a charming and wholesome story the whole family can enjoy.

About the Film

Earlier this year, Disney CEO Bob Iger asserted that to win back audiences, the primary objective for movies needs to be providing entertainment rather than pushing messages. Migration is not a Disney film (it is from Illumination), but it is a template for that conviction. The movie never soars too high or plunges very deep emotionally, but it is a charming and wholesome story offering simple entertainment the whole family can enjoy.

Migration ’s story is simple. A family of four ducks (along with a delightfully crazy uncle) decide to leave the safe sanctuary of their familiar lake to experience the wider world as they attempt to migrate to Jamacia. The journey quickly goes awry, leading to a series of amusing episodic adventures. Some older audiences may find the story too simplistic, but its straightforward approach makes it an easily accessible and digestible film. The movie is consistently entertaining, even if the isolated adventures never add up to much more than the sum of its parts.

Outside of a short opening sequence, the film also bucks the recent trend of creatively fusing together different aesthetic styles or animation approaches. There’s nothing unique or inventive about the visuals, but Migration is a pleasant-looking film. Everything is vibrant and brightly colored. The film also gives its story room to breathe and makes the most of its warm visuals, such as a beautiful scene in which the ducks playfully soar through the clouds and throw clouds like snowballs.

The movie compensates for its lack of emotional and thematic depth with plenty of humor. In fact, Migration is hilarious. Perhaps it merely tickles the feathers of my own personal sense of humor, but it had me laughing out loud more than I have in many movies this year. There are some slapstick and physical gags to please younger viewers as well as some instances of clever Bluey -esque humor that will be relatable for parents.

In several ways, Migration is a quintessential family film. Content-wise, it is one of the cleanest animated movies of the year. Thankfully, it lacks the unwanted language or sexual elements that have plagued some other family films, making it a safe and wholesome entertainment choice for families. In another sense, it is also a film that centers on family and the strength that comes from a loving and united family.

Migration may not have the captivating “magic” of some beloved animated films or the tear-jerking emotional resonance of early Pixar movies, but it is an uplifting story the whole family can enjoy. It’s a simple film, but it’s a fun adventure; and like the family of ducks, sometimes it’s worthwhile to set aside the anxieties and trials of life from time to time to go breezing through the clouds, laughing and enjoying life together.

For Consideration

Language: There are several exclamations of “oh my gosh,” one use of “heck,” and at least one use of “stupid.”

Violence: The father tells a frightening bedtime story to his kids in which the young heroes are killed by pretators (although the mother repeatedly interjects with happier endings). The duck family frets that a couple of crazed herons are planning to eat them and discovers some fish bones from “the last guest.” In a restaurant, the characters see cooked duck (obviously bad news for a duck). A villainous chef carries around a knife.

Sexuality: A boy is infatuated with a girl, and after she leaves, his little sister innocently chirps, “I’m sorry you can’t have babies with her.” Later, when reunited with that girl, the sister blurts out that her brother “says your name in his sleep.”

Other: The family stumbles upon a room full of ducks doing a duck-ified version of relaxation yoga (featuring elements such as “egg” position etc.).

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Strength of the family .

Migration is all about family and how each member plays an important role within the family unit. The story is less plot-driven and more about spending time with a family as they attempt to navigate the various joys and challenges of life together.

Throughout the various adventures, each of the family members is given an opportunity to be the hero, while also gaining a deeper appreciation for the strengths and perspectives of the others. The anxious, worrywart father finds strength in his wife’s carefree attitude, while she learns to appreciate her husband’s caution. The children learn to trust their parents’ wisdom, but the parents must also trust their children’s potential.

Leaving Your Comfort Zone

After the movie, my 8-year-old son shared that the lesson was “to be adventurous.” My son is not always the quickest to step out of his comfort zone or try new things, especially when there’s a chance of failure, so this was a welcome lesson for the film to explore. In many ways, the concerns and fears that kept the family contained in their lake sanctuary are validated. The world is a dangerous place. Yet, by facing those challenges alongside others, the experiences are worthwhile. The movie encourages children to be brave and step out of their comfort zones, while suggesting that parents must loosen their tight clutch and allow their children the opportunity to experience the ups and downs of life.

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‘Bad Faith: Christian Nationalism’s Unholy War on Democracy’ Review: A Scary Look at the Potential Soldiers of a Second Trump Reign

The followers of Christian Nationalism want a theocracy. Stephen Ujlaki and Chris Jones's chilling film suggests that another Trump presidency could help them get it.

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In 2017, Trump, once he took the reins of power, was constrained — by the other branches of government, and by the rule of law. He didn’t become the explicitly, committedly anti-democratic figure he is now until the 2020 election, when his declaration that he was actually the winner, and that Joe Biden had stolen the election, became the new cornerstone of his ideology. In the intervening period, Trump has been setting himself up to rule the United States as an authoritarian leader, and that meshes perfectly with the goals of Christian Nationalism, a movement that’s built around the dream of transforming America into a theocracy: a Christian nation ruled by a higher power than the Constitution — that is, by the will of God, as interpreted by his white Christian followers.

The alliance between Trump and Christian Nationalism is a profound one. Progressives tend to be focused, to the point of obsession, on the hypocrisy of the alliance — the idea that men and women who are supposedly devoted to the teachings of Jesus Christ could rally behind a sinner and law-breaker like Trump, who seems the incarnation of everything they should be against. The documentary fills in their longstanding justification: that Trump is seen as a modern-day version of King Cyrus, a pagan who God used as a tool to help the people. According to this mode of opportunistic logic, Trump doesn’t need to be a pious Christian; his very recklessness makes him part of a grander design. The Christian Nationalists view Trump much as his disgruntled base of working-class nihilist supporters have always viewed him — as a kind of holy wrecking ball.

But, of course, that’s just the rationalization. “Bad Faith” captures the intricacy with which Trump, like certain Republicans before him, has struck a deal with the Christian Right that benefits both parties. In exchange for their support in 2016, he agreed to back a slate of judicial appointees to their liking, and to come over to their side on abortion. Trump’s victory in 2016, like Reagan’s in 1980, was sealed by the support of the Christian Right. But what he’s promising them this time is the very destruction of the American system that they have long sought.

The most chilling aspect of “Bad Faith” is that, in tracing the roots of the Christian Right, the movie colors in how the dream of theocracy has been the movement’s underlying motivation from almost the start. In 1980, when the so-called Moral Majority came into existence, its leader, Jerry Falwell, got all the attention. (A corrupt quirk of the movement is that as televangelists like Falwell, Pat Robertson, and, later on, Joel Osteen became rich and famous, their wealth was presented as evidence that God had chosen them to lead.) But Falwell, despite the headlines he grabbed, wasn’t the visionary organizer of the Moral Majority.

That was Paul Weyrich, the owlish conservative religious activist who founded the hugely influential Council for National Policy, which spearheaded the structural fusion of Christianity and right-wing politics. He’s the one who went to Falwell and Robertson and collated their lists of supporters into a Christian political machine that could become larger than the sum of its parts. The machine encompassed a network of 72,000 preachers, it employed sophisticated methods of micro-targeting, and its impetus was to transform Evangelical Christianity into a movement that was fundamentally political. The G.O.P. became “God’s own party,” and the election of Reagan was the Evangelicals’ first victory. We see a clip of Reagan saying how he plans to “make America great again,” which is the tip of the iceberg of how much the Trump playbook got from him.

Randall Balmer, the Ivy League historian of American religion who wrote the book “Bad Faith,” is interviewed in the documentary, and he makes a fascinating point: that there’s a mythology that the Christian Right was first galvanized, in 1973, by Roe v. Wade — but that, in fact, that’s not true. Jerry Falwell didn’t deliver his first anti-abortion sermon until 1978. According to Balmer, the moment that galvanized the Christian Right was the 1971 lower-court ruling on school desegregation that held that any institution that engages in racial discrimination or segregation is not, by definition, a charitable institution, and therefore has no claim to tax-exempt status.

This had an incendiary effect. Churches like Jerry Falwell’s were not integrated and didn’t want to be; yet they also wanted their tax-exempt status. It was this law that touched off the anti-government underpinnings of the Christian Right, much as the sieges of Ruby Ridge and Waco became the seeds of the alt-right. And it sealed the notion that Christian Nationalism and White Nationalism were joined at the hip, a union that went back to the historical fusion of the two in the Ku Klux Klan’s brand of Christian terrorism.

“Bad Faith” makes a powerful case that Christian Nationalism is built on a lie: the shibboleth that America was originally established as a “Christian nation.” It’s true to say that the Founders drew on the moral traditions of Judeo-Christian culture. Yet the freedom of religion in the First Amendment was put there precisely as a guard against religious tyranny. It was, at the time, a radical idea: that the people would determine how — and what God — they wanted to worship. In truth, Christian Nationalism undermines not only the freedoms enshrined by the Constitution but the very concept of free will that’s at the heart of Christian theology. You can’t choose to be a follower of Christ if that belief is imposed on you.

Reviewed online, April 2, 2024. Running time: 88 MIN.

Production: A Heretical Reason Productions, Panarea production. Producers: Stephen Ujlaki, Chris Jones. Executive producers: Peter D. Graves, John Ptak, Mike Steed, Todd Stiefel.
Crew: Directors: Stephen Ujlaki, Chris Jones. Screenplay: Stephen Ujlaki, Chris Jones, Alec Baer. Camera: Bill Yates, Pilar Timpane, Trevor May. Editor: Alec Baer, Chris Jones. Music: Lili Haydn, Jeremy Grody.
With: Peter Coyote, Elizabeth Neumann, Randall Balmer, Ken Peters, Eboo Patel, Katherine Stewart, Samuel Perry, Russell Moore, Rev. William Barber II, Linda Gordon, Jim Wallis, Lisa Sharon Harper, Jonathan Wilson Hartgrove, Anne Nelson, Brent Allpress, John Marty.

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