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‘The Witches’ brews up a spirited mix of Christian faith, sorcery
The latest remake of Roald Dahl's 1983 novel seethes with wit, although faith and superstition are tangled at points.
‘Fishbowl’ a slow swim to nowhere
Logical flaws and a lack of character depth muddy the waters in this tale of grief, alienation and religious zealotry.
Nun paints icon of Mary, Undoer of Knots to offer hope amid pandemic
Presentation Sister Carrie Link, an artist and iconographer, says Mary's intercession can loosen the tangles of a troubled time.
In ‘Star Wars: Squadrons’ game, light is right over dark side
Players take the roles of both good guys and bad as the Republic's honorable forces battle the Empire's evil attackers. Gamers can join forces with others to fight side by side.
Politics of volatile era, 1968, told in sharp courtroom drama for today
With impressive performances in the gripping "The Trial of the Chicago 7," director Aaron Sorkin skillfully evokes the tensions of a troubled time that has unfortunate parallels to our own.
Tasteless comedy rises again in ‘Borat’ sequel
Outlandish, vulgar gags join political satire and mockery of American cluelessness in "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm," following the eponymous 2006 film by Sacha Baron Cohen.
Dante is prophet of hope along life’s journey, pope says
In the run-up to next year's 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri, Pope Francis hopes people would read the Italian poet's work, especially the "Divine Comedy," which still resonates today.
‘Crusader Kings III’ is a game where war isn’t taken lightly
With so many violent games on the market, it's refreshing that in this one, which sparkles with medieval intrigue and drama, combat must be first justified before its declaration.
New book explores intersection of faith, firearms in America
An author examines gun use in America and reconciles Christ's call to peace with the widespread interest in firearms among Christian conservatives through a five point-plan.
Author focuses on ministry to Christians with mental health challenges
John Swinton examines the faith lives of Christians living with what he calls "unconventional" mental health experiences, especially depression, schizophrenia and bipolar syndrome, and how they can find healing on their journey.