2011

AYJW028: Thor

October 7, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis Leave a Comment

Thor is clean and filled with action. It has a somewhat moral message and makes us rethink certain mythologies. But opens discussions on heaven, science and magic, redemptions, and more.

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AYJW027: Courageous (2011)

September 30, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis Leave a Comment

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Short but simple, go see Courageous! This newest movie from Sherwood Pictures (makers of Fireproof) will challenge fathers and still entertain many.

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AYJW026: Moneyball (2011)

September 23, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis Leave a Comment

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Moneyball was not a heavy-hitter against critical thinking, but it does open up conversations for grace, morals, and goals.

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AYJW025: Dolphin Tale (2011)

September 16, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis 6 Comments

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Dolphin Tale is another family-friendly movie from the makers of Blind Side. It brings discussion of tragedy, mythology, and following a path.

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AYJW024: Contagion (2011)

September 9, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis 1 Comment

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Contagion is not the first or last virus movie. But it does raise questions of morality, evolution, and—what else?—the end of humanity.

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AYJW022: The Help (2011)

August 11, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis Leave a Comment

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The Help was a beautiful movie that will make you angry, laugh, and maybe even cry. But listen to our podcast review to get The Help to think critically.

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AYJW021: Captain America: The First Avenger

August 5, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis 2 Comments

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The all-American hero from Marvel was chosen because of his inner strength and compassion. But what does Captain America really say?

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AYJW020: The Smurfs

July 29, 2011 By Daniel J. Lewis Leave a Comment

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“Don’t be fooled by their cuteness!” The Smurfs is a fun family movie with positive values. We review The Smurfs movie with some critical thinking for Christians.