The Grey Zone (2001)
A true story of the Nazi plan to force Jewish prisoners to make counterfeit Allied money to hurt the enemy financially, the prisoners worked to sabotage it.
Generation War (2013)
An epic tale follows the misfortunes of 5 young Berliners involved in the Nazi invasion of Russia, from 1941 hopeful years through 1945’s disillusinionment.
Jesus (1999)
Jesus combines scenes from the 4 gospels with fictional events to explain Jesus as a nonviolent leader out to set people free from sin, and not Roman rule.
Son of God (2014)
Son of God retells the Life of Christ, from his birth to his crucifixion and resurrection.
Faith Perspectives on Oscars’ Best Films
You’ve heard a lot about the Best Picture Oscar nominees. But, this week, I look at these films from the perspective of faith and moral values. Click the headline to read the entire column.
Casablanca (1942)
Rick, owner of a casino in Casablanca during WW 2 seems to be a cynical man, but an act of charity to a desperate couple shows he has a heart after all.
Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014)
Recovering from war wounds, Jack Ryan is recruited for the CIA due to his economic knowledge & courage in war. Falling in love with his doctor, he cannot reveal his real job or his mission to Moscow to uncover a plot to destroy the US.
But Do We Honor the Prophet?
Today there were the usual eulogies of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that we expect to hear and see on TV, cable, and radio. If you are an older adult, you might know much of the “I Have a Dream” speech by heart, having heard it so man hundreds of times since this Holiday was …
Lone Survivor (2013)
A “true story” depicts Navy SEALs fighting for their lives against Taliban in Afghanistan. A fitting tribute to the men & to villagers who rescued one.
Boycott (2001)
The story of Dr. Luther King and the many brave men & women who engaged in the Montgomery Bus Boycott is told in great detail.