Just In Time for Father’s Day, Five Films with Less-Than-Perfect Dads

The fathers on this list aren’t perfect. They don’t always do the right thing. But even when father-child bonds are strained, there’s still often room for redemption.
Episode 238: ‘The Acolyte’ and the Theology of Star Wars. Plus, an Interview with Judas and John of ‘The Chosen’

On Episode 238, the Plugged In team talks about The Acolyte, and the broader spirituality within Star Wars. Then we interview cast members of The Chosen.
Movie Monday: ‘Bad Boys’ Gets Good Start

Movie turnstiles have seen a few bad weeks. Leave it to a couple of Bad Boys to turn things around at bit.
Movie Monday: ‘Garfield’ Is the Weekend’s Fat Cat

The Garfield Movie settled into the No. 1 slot in North America, gobbling up cash as if ticket sales were tubs of lasagna.
Episode 236: What Parents Need to Know about OnlyFans. Plus, ‘IF’

LISTEN TO THE PLUGGED IN SHOW, EPISODE 236 When I first heard about OnlyFans, I thought, “So, is this, like, a sports site or something? Where you can talk endlessly about, say, the Denver Broncos?” Well, that proved to be very incorrect (which, I hasten to add, I learned without going to the platform itself). […]
Movie Tuesday: ‘Furiosa’ Tops ‘Garfield’

While Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga did ultimately top The Garfield Movie over the long Memorial Day weekend, Garfield held its own.
Episode 235: Is Taylor Swift’s New Album Taylor-Made for Trouble? Plus, We Look at ‘Sight.’

Why is Taylor Swift so popular? And what do families need to know about new Christian film Sight?
Movie Monday: No Question: ‘IF’ Takes the Win

There wasn’t any question about ‘IF’ winning the weekend box office.But Ryan Reynolds’ latest still slightly underperformed.
Episode 234: Don’t Know How to Talk with Your Kids About Entertainment? We Can Help! Plus, Kid-Friendly Games.

Good conversation can help counterbalance the impact of bad entertainment. But that whole talking thing isn’t always easy.
Movie Monday: ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ Takes Box Office Crown

Note to Hollywood: Looking for a surefire star to helm your latest would-be blockbuster? See if you can hire a CGI ape.