Michael Foust

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  Apr 22, 2017

  'Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith' Cartoons Prove 21st Century Kids Enjoy Church History

  In the age of Disney, Pixar and $200 million animated blockbusters, a modest Pennsylvania-based ministry has — somehow — captured the hearts and minds of children with cartoons about church history.

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  Mar 16, 2017

  ClearPlay CEO on VidAngel and Future of Family-Friendly Movie Filtering (Interview)

  More than a decade after helping spark the movie-filtering craze, ClearPlay appears to be the last company standing.

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  Feb 24, 2017

  Actor David Oyelowo of 'A United Kingdom': 'Christ Is the Rock on Which I Build My Life' (Interview)

  David Oyelowo did not have to look very far for inspiration for his newest film, A United Kingdom.

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  Feb 17, 2017

  3 Biblical Lessons From 'The Lego Batman Movie'

  Hollywood certainly knew what it was doing when it combined two of the favorite things of most U.S. kids — Legos and Batman — into an animated film.

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  Feb 15, 2017

  Harry Connick Jr. Talks Faith, Values and New Talk Show (Interview)

  Singer and actor Harry Connick Jr. had a unique idea for a talk show. He just didn't know if anyone else would go along with it.

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  Oct 7, 2016

  Review: 'The Birth of a Nation' a Scripture-Filled R-Rated Film

  R-rated films typically aren't known for their spiritual themes, sermons and biblical references. There is the rare exception – The Passion of the Christ comes to mind – but in most cases R-rate movies carry content that most Christians simply would rather avoid.

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  Sep 30, 2016

  'Deepwater Horizon': An Environmental Film Christians Should Watch (Movie Review)

  CHICAGO – The movie poster for Deepwater Horizon tells us it's inspired by a "true story of real life heroes," which, at first blush, seems confusing.

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  Sep 16, 2016

  Christian Faith and Tragedy Explored in Heartbreaking Yet Hope-Filled 'The Vessel' (Movie Review)

  If a tidal wave hit a small coastal town and swept away the school building — killing all the children inside — how would it impact your view of life and of, well, God?

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  Sep 9, 2016

  'Sully' Movie Review: Will Story of Real-Life Miracle Please Audiences?

  Making movies based on well-known historical events can be a bit tricky — especially if it is about an event that nearly every person in the theater will remember.

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  Aug 19, 2016

  New 'Ben-Hur' Proves Critics Wrong (Movie Review)

  When the first Ben-Hur trailer was released earlier this year, my concerns were the same as many other moviegoers and critics. It appeared heavy on action, short on story, and – aghast! – simply not a good film.