Movie Reviews and Recommendations – Sometimes you need a Catholic perspective on today’s movies and that’s what these posts provide. In addition to Catholic movie reviews, you’ll find resources to help you plan for your apostolate, youth group, and family!
It’s true that movies about spies, shootings, and chases (like the Bourne Trilogy) have little to do with the faith. Nevertheless, it’s good to try to analyze if, at any part of the movie, there are any good elements worth rescuing. Not long ago, I watched for the...
Who hasn’t ever wished to have a magic wand or a fairy godmother to do our homework assignments, take that horrible test for us, or simply make our problems disappear? In the video we present today, an amusing little wooden doll makes all this possible… and yes, for a...
We recommend this apostolic movie for families, CCD, and youth groups. It's clean fun, full of hopeful themes and relatable storylines. Being a 14-year-old orphan and teenager, and above all, a genius who's already finished high school can be very complicated. That’s...
*Warning: There’s a scene in this movie that doesn’t go too far, as romance is concerned, but could be inappropriate for minors. Discretion is advised* Routine, that cultural phenomenon that can take away our capacity to be amazed about things. The English Catholic...
I recently watched the new movie, Wonder Woman, and to my surprise, it was an explosion of truth. I’m not sure what the comics say about her, what the intent of the author was, or what the intent of the director was, but the film spoke so many levels of truth, and the...
Sometimes we think that our whole life has to be an endless adventure full of adrenaline and that, if it’s not this way, we are wasting our existence. What is the “quintessence” of life? We all want to achieve something in our lives so that as we approach death and...
The Case for Christ on DVD has just been released and I'm so excited to be able to view this great film and discuss with both my small group Bible study and my family. I had the opportunity to watch an early screening of the film when the movie was released in...
Have you ever witnessed the power of the Holy Spirit? Not many of us can say that we have actually seen a miracle occur before our very eyes. In the exciting new film about the Holy Spirit, Fearless, you will have the opportunity to watch miracles unfold as you...
Most of us are well versed in the typical Disney princess movie: Prince Charming, Damsel-in-distress, sleeping-spells, dragons, and evil witches. Belle’s bravery, Snow White’s friendliness, and Cinderella’s well-rewarded hard work aren’t diminished by the fact that...
I confess, I am a Catholic bookstore addict. My husband starts to get nervous anytime we are in the vicinity of one because he knows that without a doubt I will want to go in and do some shopping. I love all forms of Catholic media from books to movies. You can...
If you haven't had the opportunity to see Hacksaw Ridge, I encourage you to make time this weekend to go see it in theaters. This powerful film directed by Mel Gibson tells the story of an unlikely war hero. The message of the film is clear - "Be on your guard; stand...
Roger Ebert once said that if only one of Charlie Chaplin’s films could be preserved, “City Lights” (1931) must be the one. With an almost Gospel-like simplicity, it transmits a lot with little, leaving out what we often consider important to reveal only the...
An updated version of the 1959 classic movie "Ben-Hur" is currently playing in theaters across the country. The much-anticipated blockbuster hit of the summer offers many lessons for us as Christians because of the powerful testimony of faith. The film is...
*Spoiler Alert: this commentary does not hide details about the movie. I’m not going to lie. Despite the unfortunate pro-euthanasia end, I loved the first hour and a half of the movie. I would almost dare to affirm that the first half and the second half are two...
Nowadays, there are less and less Hollywood movies with first class actors that leave us a great message and that can be enjoyed by the whole family. “The Good Lie” is one of those exceptions that gives you something to talk about. Directed by Philippe Falardeau...
How can playing with Legos serve God? I find it amazing when a person can take a talent that seemingly has nothing to do with God and find a way to use it to bring Him glory.Knowing the amount of time that it takes to create each of these scenes makes it even more...
“The 33” is a movie based on the true story of 33 men who were trapped in a copper mine for 69 days. You may recall the event from 2010 that had the whole world watching and praying for the men from Chile living 200 stories below the earth. This is a powerful story of...
Watching movies can be a great way to identify themes that relate to our faith. Below I have compiled a list of films that relate to the theme of mercy. I encourage you (even if you have seen them) to watch them as they may offer you guidance or suggestions on how...
The Young Messiah is a film that tells the story of the child Jesus on his return from Egypt as he and the Holy Family settle down in Nazareth. This is obviously a fictional portrayal as this stage in the Lord Jesus’ life is described briefly in the Gospels....
It seems that Hollywood is starting to realize the power of the name of Jesus and is responding by creating more movies about the life of Jesus. Well, maybe. At the very least, producers have certainly realized the entertainment value of the story of His Life, Death,...
Over the years, there have been many films about Mary. Most of them focus on Mary during the life of Jesus, or maybe one of her apparitions. Full of Grace covers a time period that is not frequently seen in films, taking place ten years after the resurrection of...
When people ask me, “Why do you love movies so much?”, I answer the same way every time. A film is created through the eyes of people. Meaning all the emotions in life, with their many trials and misfortunes, are portrayed by artists who have felt much of what we have...
"The Intern" begins when a successful startup company dedicated to fashion and online retail sales decides to start a program for senior citizen interns. Ben Whittaker (played by Robert De Niro) is a 70-year-old retiree and recent widower who signs up for the program...
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… well perhaps not that far back, but nonetheless 40 years ago, what began as just a few simple character sketches in the recesses of George Lucas’s mind has since become a worldwide phenomenon, spanning many platforms &...
The Christmas season gives us all a little extra time to relax and enjoy a good movie. Everyone should try to set some time aside to watch at least one movie that puts you in the holiday spirit! From comedies to dramas, this list of heartwarming films will surely...