Series
Movie Reviews
Thoughtful explorations of how movies raise theological questions and intersect with gospel concerns.
‘Fjord’ Is the Best Movie of 2026 So Far
‘Fjord’ challenges ‘tolerant’ progressives to reflect on their intolerance of conservative evangelical Christians.
‘The Social Reckoning’ Doesn’t Fully Reckon with the Problem
Social algorithms have trained us to filter reality through the lens of our political narrative. In his telling of the Facebook story, Aaron Sorkin does this too.
‘Heart of the Beast’ Shows Why Man Should Not Be Alone
The ‘freedom’ of the solitary path rarely heals our pain. It is not good that man is alone.
Why ‘The Uprising’ Is a Fitting September 11 Release
It’s been 20 years since director Paul Greengrass released ‘United 93,’ but that film helps us understand his latest drama about a violent clash.
How Horror’s Popularity Reveals Gen Z’s Tech Anxiety
Three cultural dynamics behind horror’s current popularity point to disillusionment with scrolling life—and a spiritual opportunity for the church.
Missing Gods and ‘Apparent Magic’ in Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’
In ‘The Odyssey,’ Christopher Nolan suggests the ‘apparent magic’ of Greek mythology is psychological, not supernatural.
‘Young Washington’ Marks America 250 with Founding Father Origin Story
‘Young Washington’ isn’t a masterpiece, but it depicts the origins of America’s first president in an informative and inspiring way.
Parents Might Like ‘Toy Story 5’ More than Kids Do. That’s OK.
My kids liked ‘Toy Story 5.’ But it was more for me than for them.
‘Masters of the Universe’ and the Longing for Sincerity
‘Absurdity with earnestness’ could be the tagline of metamodern storytelling. ‘Masters of the Universe’ exemplifies this.
‘Disclosure Day’ and Spielberg’s Judeo-Christian Alien Myths
Steven Spielberg’s latest sci-fi blockbuster finds biblical resonance in alien tropes.
Bargatze’s ‘Breadwinner’ Should Be Funnier
There’s much to commend about ‘The Breadwinner.’ But it’s not the laugh-out-loud enjoyment it had the potential to be.
‘Pressure’: D-Day Drama About the Weather
‘Pressure’ presents a compelling portrait of strong leadership in the crucible moments that define history’s heroes.
25 Edifying Movies to Appreciate America at 250
To mark America 250, here are 25 edifying movies that capture the distinctive textures, history, and common-grace goods of this nation.
Motherhood (and Fatherhood) in 3 Recent Films
Recent films ‘Hamnet,’ ‘Omaha,’ and ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ explore the emotions and burdens of parenting.
