Culture
CRS unveils book about Muslim-Christian cooperation in peacebuilding
The book showcases lessons learned in bringing about cooperation between Christians and Muslims in some places where CRS has projects, such as Bosnia-Herzegovina, Central African Republic, Kenya and Mindanao, the second largest island in the Philippines.
Hollywood tackles Armenian genocide in new film
At a screening of "The Promise" at a New York Archdiocese venue, the makers of the film drew parallels between the tragedy a century ago and similar crises in the world today.
‘Blackwood Crossing’ a top choice for a spiritually rich video game
Psychologically and spiritually rich, "Blackwood Crossing" is a narrative-driven experience that combines, in equal parts, "Alice in Wonderland," a railroad whodunit and the kind of magical realism associated with director Guillermo del Toro.
‘Genius’ takes 10-episode look at Albert Einstein
In the first scripted series by National Geographic channel, better known for documentaries about nature and history, the physicist's messy, brilliant life gets a nuanced treatment.
Born in China
Relax and drown your concerns in the veritable tsunami of cuteness that flows from "Born in China" (Disney), a warm and fuzzy animal documentary, narrated by John Krasinski.
Of genocide and the people who kept ‘The Promise’
In the vein of epics like "Doctor Zhivago," this new film melds a lesson on the little-known genocide of the Armenian people by the Ottoman Turks 100 years ago with a tender love story.
Bishop provides incisive look at Latino experience in U.S.
Bishop Ramirez blends his personal experiences as a Mexican-American with his pastor's knowledge of how Latinos have been and are contributing to U.S. secular and Catholic society.
‘Free Fire’ takes a shot at grim humor between bullets, but misses
Sarcasm mixes with slaughter in this film where a gun deal gone bad devolves into an extended siege. Despite a few darkly funny moments, the film never manages to hit its target.
Arrival of orphan girl makes a man’s life ‘Gifted’
Endearing and well-acted, this film might have been a family-friendly movie. But it's marred by a sex scene and the suggestion that religious ideas are wholly unconnected to reason.
Heigl as seething ex-wife makes film ‘Unforgettable’
The obsessive, perfectionist ex-spouse at the center of the film's action calls to mind Faye Dunaway's fuming, rage-prone persona as Joan Crawford in "Mommie Dearest."