The Moviegoer: “John Carter” Is an Entertaining Sci-Fi Fantasy Beneath the Box Office Flop
“After the film, I felt an overriding sense of satisfaction at how thoroughly entertaining John Carter was for most of its 2+ hour duration.”
“After the film, I felt an overriding sense of satisfaction at how thoroughly entertaining John Carter was for most of its 2+ hour duration.”
“The film ultimately believes in doubt, thus robbing both belief and doubt of their potency.”
“No matter what messaging floods the marketplace, no amount of access, fame, or world change will put our hearts at rest.”
“Finding love isn’t nearly as urgent when you already know that you’re loved by Someone else.”
“James Mercer has proved to be one of those rare writers with a heart as big as his intellect.”
“Are you listening Baylor? Don’t get too comfy in that top-15 spot. Keep fighting the good fight.”
“Gillian Welch and those like her are not afraid to wade into the waters of sin, redemption, and faith.”
“Three years ago, I wrote an article entitled, ‘Compartmentalizing My World: iPods and Community.’ In it, I argue that Christians have an obligation to live actively and openly in community with those around us.”
“Louv’s argument is clear and multi-faceted about why children (and all of us, really) need time with nature.”
“As I read The Hunger Games trilogy, I found it increasingly hard to ignore the number of Christ-symbols that appear throughout.”
“This time, I’m digging even deeper and spotlighting some rather obscure Christian artists that hold unique places in the history of Christian music.”
“That title, extrapolated, conveys everything you need to know about the show.”
“Take a look at the catechism, dear reader.”
“The Secret World of Arrietty is a charming tribute to the inquisitive mind, to the discovery of new perspectives, and to familial love.”
“Shooting at their likenesses on targets is disrespectful of the glory that God has embedded upon humans made in His likeness.”
“In a way, the film documents the toppling of an idol, an exposed god.”
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