Confession: I'm a fairly emotional guy. The feeling of tears entering the corners of my eyes, wetting the surface with empathy and pathos--this is a normal sensation for me. (In fact, one of the strongest indicators I was experiencing burnout months ago was due to an emotional … [Read more...] about On “Inside Out” and the Necessity of Tears
Review of Mission: Impossible for Reel World Theology
I recently reviewed the original Mission: Impossible (1996, Brian De Palma) for Reel World Theology as a lead up to the fifth film in the M:I franchise: The Mission: Impossible film franchise, with each sequel each promising bigger and more dangerous stunts for its star, Tom … [Read more...] about Review of Mission: Impossible for Reel World Theology
Top 10 Favorite Films of the Decade (2010s) So Far
The Twenty-Tens are nearly halfway over. Thus, it's (apparently) time to make a list of one's favorite films from the past half-decade, the exceptional movies from 2010-2015. Movie list-making is one of those activities that has seemingly little purpose--hey world, here's an … [Read more...] about Top 10 Favorite Films of the Decade (2010s) So Far
Movie Review: Lost River
I wrote a review of Ryan Gosling's directorial debut, Lost River, for Reel World Theology, an excellent Christian film criticism blog hosted by Mikey Fissel and Josh Crabb: Ryan Gosling’s debut as a director is an ambitious mess. As an actor, he’s come a long way from early … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Lost River
Top Youth Ministry Movies: Part 6
I love movies and I love youth ministry, so when the two interconnect, it's a beautiful thing. Here is part six of my top youth ministry movies: ten more films about adolescence, youth culture, discipleship, and identity formation, listed in alphabetical order. These aren't films … [Read more...] about Top Youth Ministry Movies: Part 6