2017 may well go down in history as the year that Hollywood was revealed for what it really was all along. The past few weeks have brought us a torrent …
Tag: film
Is Wonder Woman a Good Example of Biblical Womanhood?
It has come to my attention in recent weeks that some people are pointing to the latest incarnation of DC Comics’ Wonder Woman as a role model not only for …
What I Didn’t Expect to See in “The Force Awakens”
WARNING: The following contains some major spoilers about the newest Star Wars installment. Read on at your own risk. 3:00 a.m. A moment ago, I was in the land of …
Update: ’12 Years a Slave’ Wins Best Picture at the Oscars
I wish to extend my hearty congratulations to those involved with the film 12 Years a Slave after its success at the Academy Awards last night, taking home the …
2014 Oscars Best Dressed List
If it’s the Oscars, you know that I have to be putting together a best dressed list for the ten most beautifully attired females in attendance. In order to avoid …
Update: Oscar Nomination Reactions
For those of you who read my Oscar nomination predictions for this year and were curious to know how I did, I thought I would provide a brief rundown …
Oscar Nomination Predictions
It is that time of year again: the time for Hollywood to engage in its annual orgy of self-congratulation. The Oscar nominations are set to be announced this coming Thursday, …
For Japan and China, a Dispute Worthy of Voldemort
I had a nice post prepared for today that was going to deal with a controversial issue in the religious world, but I have decided to put it aside and …
“12 Years a Slave”: Thoughts on America’s Darkest Chapter
An examination of some of the issues raised by director Steve McQueen’s newest film, including its historical, cultural, and spiritual implications. I did not go to see 12 Years a …
Captain Phillips is a Case of Greengrass Déjà Vu
Going to see the new movie Captain Phillips was a case of massive film déjà vu. No, this is not because I was recently on a boat that was taken …