The Change Revolution with Phil Cooke
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Movies

Is the Rush to Make “Faith Based” Movies Creating a Market for Schlock?

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September 10, 2007

It’s happening.  Just as I’ve been discussing over the last year, the rush of studios to release “Christian” themed films is causing them to pick up some junk (can I say “crap?”), thus screwing it up for future filmmakers.  This is from a review by William Lobdell in the Los Angeles Times about the film “Conversations with God”.  Granted, it’s not a strictly “Christian” film, but it falls in the faith-based category.  He says dislikes it so much he wants to ask God: ... read more

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Hollywood Studios Interested in Faith Based Films, but Stars Aren't Quite So Excited

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September 3, 2007

Jim Hirsen writes that the Hollywood studios have warmed up to faith-based movies, but we're still seeing real hesitation from established stars.  What do you think is the problem, and what would make a difference? ... read more

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