“Fargo” is one of those shows that really makes you think. It’s not about the crime and drama; it is about people and the choices which they make. So, here’s to discuss a kind of journey that a Christian is to take towards Fargo. Let me explain. Understanding Human Nature “Fargo” takes us deep into…
“The Wire” is a series that reaches to the very heart of Baltimore—not just across its streets but into its soul. Here is a gritty tale about dope peddlers and police in eternal conflict—some political animals, press folks dancing amidst it all with caution. The span is unwinding like a novel through five seasons, peeling…
“Breaking Bad” is a series that plumbs the deepest recesses of human nature and morality. At the heart of this subject is Walter White, who develops from a character with whom one has sympathy to a character shrouded in darkness. Brilliantly played by Bryan Cranston, Walter’s journey from a desperate teacher to a formidable drug…
Let’s dig deeper into the latest action-thriller to star Jessica Alba, “Trigger Warning.” A fast-paced thriller, the movie is already making waves and bringing Alba back into her roots: action. As Christians, however, we have to look at cinema beyond just how interesting or thrilling the story is, to see the messages the movie is…
Imagine a future America torn apart by civil strife—a dystopian landscape where power struggles have shattered the nation into warring factions. “Civil War,” directed by Alex Garland, plunges viewers into this bleak yet compelling narrative. At its heart, it’s a story about truth-seekers amidst chaos—journalists risking everything to uncover the truth and confront those in…
That is the challenge to usual horror movie conventions found in “In a Violent Nature” by Chris Nash—a monstrous figure at the heart of things. His relentless pursuit, acts of brutal revenge, beg questions as to the nature of evil and how humanity rains upon other humans. It’s something akin to a Biblical portrayal of…
Let’s dive into “The Exorcism,” Joshua John Miller’s latest foray into the eerie world of supernatural horror and deep-seated human drama. Inspired by the iconic “The Exorcist,” Miller’s film weaves a complex tapestry of faith, guilt, and redemption against the backdrop of Hollywood’s tumultuous terrain. Setting the Stage Imagine Russell Crowe as Anthony Miller, a…
The soul and center of “Longlegs” tend to manifest in the dark corners of our collective minds that lie the fears and the uncertainties, therefore, a haunting film that experiences the conjunction of supernatural forces and human frailty. It is direct by Osgood Perkins, in whom chilling stories are no secret, it easily takes the…
Let’s dive into “Twisters,” a film that blends the awe-inspiring power of storms with profound human stories. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung and penned by Mark L. Smith, this movie isn’t just about tornadoes; it’s about courage, faith, and the unpredictability of life itself. Unveiling the Plot The heart of “Twisters” beats with Kate Cooper,…
“Dark Matter” is deep; ‘what-ifs’ and alternate realities set the foundation for a story provoking thought within each one of us regarding roads not taken and precisely how our choices set out the form of our existence. From the vantage point of a viewer from the Christian faith, it becomes most engaging to walk through…