God’s Not Dead
There are moments of implausibility that emerge as the list of non-Christians behaving badly lengthens. But God’s Not Dead can always be seen focusing on the simple power of testifying to the Truth.
The Lunchbox
In this Indian film, a mixed-up lunch delivery has curious consequences.
Son of God
The story of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection has been told a thousand—no, a million times before. (And in this particular case, in miniseries form not so very long ago.) What makes this film special?
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The snow, the lamppost and the Turkish delight. C.S. Lewis’ poignant message shines through this big-budget production.
The Nut Job
It also attempts to transition the action from gritty and “adult” (there’s foul language and gun violence in the short) to silly and kiddie. And I can’t say that the trip was worth it.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty has some rough edges. (We’ve felt them here.) It also proves to be positive, optimistic and, yes, surprising.
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
Originally released in the summer of 1982, Steven Spielberg’s classic sci-fi heart-tugger is celebrating its 20th anniversary by returning to theaters with enhanced visual effects, never-before-seen footage and a re-mastered soundtrack.
Saving Mr. Banks
Saving Mr. Banks has scattered content concerns. But it does fly. It has the power to touch both the Travers and Disney sides of all of us.
Black Nativity
Forgiveness from sin. In Bethlehem, that’s the path Christ paved on Christmas. And in the concrete confines of Harlem, that’s the path this Christmas musical swings and sways and sings its way onto.
Thor: The Dark World
Marvel movies are as reliable as a six-pack of Coke: Every can tastes the same. That sounds disparaging, but I don’t mean it to.