Parables

“12 Years a slave” (2013, R), brutal imagery, Review, Advent 3C Gaudete, Adv3 Gaudete

“12 Monkeys” (1995, R), “weird meditation”, Review, Pr29B Reign of Christ, Pr29C Reign of Christ

"2012" (2009, PG-13). sci-fi end of the world; Pew review

“Abominable” (2019, animated, PG), the power of friendship and music, Review, L3A Never be thirsty

“Adaptation” (2002, R), a Spike Jonze film about passions, about lesser appetites, Review, Ea6C Open heart, open home, Eas7C Alpha and Omega, Pr11C Most important thing, Pr21A Do what is right

"Admission" (2013, PG-13), "If this is the right place for you, this is where you'll be", Review, Pr10C Hard words

“Almost famous” (2000, R), “seductive nature of temptation, "a coming of age drama", influence of mother and rock music on teenager, Review, L1A Temptation, L1C Meeting temptation, Pr5B The family of God; Pr25A Love God love neighbor

"All quiet on the Western front" (1930, passed), "you should take all the kings and their cabinets and their generals, put 'em in the center [of the field] dressed in their underpants, and let 'em fight it out with clubs"; Pew review

"Amazing Grace" (2006, PG), "no holds barred language" about slavery, about campaign to end slavery, moral heroism,  Review, Review, L1C Meeting temptation, L1B Tempted; Pr18C What is the cost?, Ea6B Let's sing; Pew review

“Amelie” (2001, R), young woman gives man sight by describing world around him, delightful French film about fanciful young woman, a capacity for kindness, Review, Pr8B Healing, EpLastA Higher & higher, Pr8A Righteous Reward; Pew Review

“American Beauty” (1999, R), satire on the American dream, Review, Pr12A Of what value, Pr27A Be ready

“Amistad” (1997, R), human dignity under fire, attitudes about uncleanliness, Review1, Review2, Ep6C Blessed are you, Pr11A Wheat or weeds, Pr6C An alabaster jar, Ep4B Demons

“Angela’s Ashes” (1999, R), “I wondered how my brother and I survived”, "soul-shattering effects of poverty", story of immigrants returning to Ireland following the death of their 7 year old daughter, Review, Ep2C Water into wine, Ep7C No strings attached, TrC Three in One, TrB Holy holy holy, Ep5A Salt & Light, TrA Great Commission, Pr6A Represent; Pr19A Forgiveness

“Angels in the outfield” (1994, PG), in which angels (Holy Spirit) assist, Review, PentC Many Voices

“The Annunciation“ (1984, not rated), "You said I would know everything!", YouTube trailer, A4C Behold

“The Apostle” (1997, TV-MA), “fall and redemption of a Pentecostal preacher”, an interesting characterization of old-timey preacher, Review, Ep3C Jesus in the temple, Ea2B Belief without proof, Ea2A Confessing Thomas, Pr14A A little faith, please

“As good as it gets” (1997, PG-13), “I'm feeling so sorry for myself”, Review, L4C Welcome home

“At first sight” (1999, PG-13), first seeing after sight restored to blind man, a man gains his sight as an adult, “. . . seeing with the heart . . .”, Review, Ep5C Do not be afraid, Ea5A Way—Truth—Life, Pr25B Let me see

“Avatar” (2009, PG-13), "action driven story with strong female characters", “in sync with contemporary spirituality movements”, Review1, Review2, AscDay;, Pr24A Who has authority

“Avengers: Endgame” (2019, 3 hours, PG-13), picking up the pieces, the Avengers set out to finally correct the problem with Thanos, Review; Pr6A Represent

“Babe” (1995, G), “honoring of the values of hospitality, empathy, and service of others”, “a moral masterpiece”, the animals know Babe’s voice, animated, Review, Ea4C Shepherd psalm, Ea4B The good shepherd, Ea4A The Good Shepherd

“Babette’s Feast” (1987, G), “needs of the flesh and gifts of the spirit”, “needs of the flesh and gifts of the spirit”, by Thomas J Curry, "through the feast, Babette comes to share in God's kingdom, a Parisian refugee Babette cooks for pious family, Review1, Review2, Review3, Review4, L5C Jesus or the poor, TrC Three in One, Pr17C Invite the forgotten, TrB Holy holy holy, Pr27B The size of the gift, Pr18C What is the cost?, Ea3A On the road to Emmaus, TrA Great Commission, Pr6A Represent

“Band of brothers” (2001, TV-MA), realistic view of paratroopers in WWII, TV Miniseries, Review, Independence Day ABC

"Beaches" (1988, PG-13), "You're not dead yet: so stop living as if you are!", Pew review

“Beasts of the Southern Wild” (2012, PG-13), a 6-year-old shows us the way, perseverence, Review, Pr11C Most important thing, Ep5A Salt & Light

“A beautiful mind” (2001, PG-13), “protracted struggle with schizophrenia”, transfiguration of John, “adorable kid transforms womanizer in poignant Oscar winner”, accepting life's challenges, Review, EpLastC Transfiguration, L5A Raising the dead, Ea5C All things new, EaDayB He is risen, A4A Behold/Hope

"Beauty and the beast (La bella et la bete)" (2014, PG-13), the traditional story, but in French (with subtitles), Review, EpLastC Transfiguration

“Bedazzled” (2000, PG-13), “blessed are the persecuted”, consequences of selling one’s soul to the devil, Review, SaintsC Beatitudes, SaintsB A cloud of witnesses, Pr9A Grow up, SaintsA

"Before I fall" (2017, PG-13), hard story about teen death (not suicide), Review, Proper 26B The greatest commandments

"Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" (2011, PG-13), symbolism of the egret; Pew review

“Bicentennial Man” (1999, PG), kindness of a robot, a robot becomes more human, Review 1, Review 2, Ep5B Have you not known?, Pr16A Who am I?, L2B Not human things

“Big Hero 6“ (2014, animated, PG), about "blessed are the merciful", kid-friendly, Review, Ep4A Beatitudes

“Big night” (1996, R), what does it take to keep the dream alive, Review, Ad1C Watch, Ad1B Watch

“Billy Elliott” (2000, R), whimsical and inspiring tale about a boy growing up in an English mining town who yearns to become a ballet dancer, Review; Pr6A Represent

“The Birdcage” (1996, R), older film yet still relevant, Review,  Pr27C Here & there, Pr5B The family of God; Pew review

“Black Panther” (2018, PG-13)—responsibilities of a nation to the rest of the world, Review, Pr23A Come to the banquet

“Bless the child” (2000, R), quirky blend of Omen and Touched by an angel, Review, L1A Temptation, L1C Meeting temptation, L1B Tempted

"The Blue Umbrella" (2005, not rated), a children's tale??, Review, L5C Jesus or the poor

“Boiler Room” (2000, R), “Honor is in the dollar, kid”, how does one gain favor with father,  Review1, Review2, L4C Welcome home, Pr13C Tonight

“The Bone Collector” (1999, R), a captivating detective story but hard to watch, “Healing can happen when disease/disability remains”, Review, L5A Raising the dead, Pr18B Ephphatha!, Pr16A Who am I

“The Book of Eli” (2010, R), violent, graphic movie about faith and being called to serve in a post apocalyptic world, Review1, Review2, PewReview  [Editor’s note: a must see for the “not so faint” at heart], Pr8C Freedom to love and serve, Pr12 How shall we pray; Pew review

“Breaking the Waves” (1996, R), “power of love”, Review, Pr29A Seeing Jesus

"Brian's Song" (1971, G), "Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers had an uncanny relationship"; Pew review

“Bridge to Terabithia” (2007, PG), two children imagine a transformed world, Review, Pr25A Love God, love neighbor

“Bringing out the dead“ (1999, R), a paramedic experiencing a spiritual emergency, Review, Epiphany Last C Transfiguration, Proper 10A Dirt

“Brother Sun, Sister Moon” (1972, PG), story of St. Francis and St. Clare, Review, L4B God so loved the world

“Brubaker” (1980, R), prison reform, Review, Ep1B The Beloved

“The Bucket List” (2007, PG-13), comedy about dying and about finding joy, Review, A4B Behold, Ep5B Have you not known?

"The Butterfly (Le Papillon)" (2002, PG), story of lonely child and curmudgeon, Review, Pr9A Grow up

"Cabrini" (2024, PG-13), true story of Mother Cabrini, Review, Pr4B Here I am

“Cast away” (2000, PG-13), “spiritual tale of man stranded on an island”, story of deserted man forced to cope with his place in the world, Review, EpLastC Transfiguration, L4B God so loved the world, L5B My soul is troubled

“The Celestine Prophecy” (2006, PG), following your bliss & trusting the universe, Review, Presentation ABC

"Changing Lanes" (2002, R)—I have recommended before but had not seen. I have seen in part—it is excessively hard hit to the emotions, Review, Pr19A Forgiveness

“Chariots of Fire” (1981, PG), 2 champions at 1924 Olympics, “ultimate allegiance”, choosing between God & coiuntry, Review; Pew review, A3C Gaudete, Pr29C Reign of Christ, A3 Gaudete, Ep5B Have you not known?, Pr29B Reign of Christ

"Chicken Run" (2000, animated, G); “It’s not the fences around the farm that keep us here; it’s the fences around your brains”, animated, a fun show, not just for children, Review, Pr24C Persistence

“Children of men” (2006, R), "every place is potentially dangerous", Review, C1ABC And the word was God

“Chocolat” (2000, PG-13), Colonial Africa and racial tensions, wind blows the church doors open, “respect the differences in others”, about nature of evil and goodness of creation, Review 1, Review 2, L5C Jesus or the poor, PentC Many Voices, Pr27B The size of the gift, Ep4A Beatitudes

"Les Choristes (The Chorus" (2004, PG-13), "Clement Mathieu: Oh, Your solo. No, there's no solo. You don't have a bad voice but no one's indispensable"; Pew review, Ea7C Alpha and Omega

“The Cider House Rules” (1999, PG-13), “spiritual practice of self-esteem”, "blessed are the pure in heart”, spiritual practice of self esteem, Review, Proper 22C What can mustard seed faith do?, All Saints C Beatitudes, Proper 9B Take nothing, Proper 16B The dwelling place, Proper 24B Drink of my cup, All Saints B A cloud of witnesses, All Saints A

“Circle” (2015, not rated), WARNING ADULT THEMES – group think to decide who is to die (scroll down), Review, Ep6A Choose life or death

"The Circle" (2017, PG-13), "does technology serve the common good", Review, Pr26B The greatest commandments

"City of God (Cidade de Deus)" (2002, R), "Honesty doesn’t pay, sucker"; Pew review

"A Clockwork Orange" (1971, X), ""I was cured, all right!”—Alex" - Pew Review

"Coach Carter" (2005, PG-13), "engaging film with terrific message", Review, Pr28A Potential

"Coco" (2017, CG, PG), "the importance of family and the power of music", Review, L2C Challenged

"CODA" (child of deaf adults) (2021, PG-13), "It is important that we sing", Review

“Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion” (2006-2013, anime, TV-14), outcast prince becomes leader of rebellion; series, Review, A3 Gaudete

"The Color Purple" (1985, PG-13), "Everything you done to me, already done to you. I’m poor, black, I may even be ugly,  but dear God, I’m here. I’m here.—Celie"; Pew Review

"Come Sunday" (2018, TV-14), about preacher who says there is no hell (Netflix), Review, Pr6B The mustard seed

“Concussion” (2015, PG-13), a quest, Review, Pr17A Take up your cross

“The Confession” (1999, R), making decisions about good and evil, Review 1, Review 2, Pr6C An alabaster jar, Ep4B Demons

“Contact” (1998, PG), Ellie is welcomed back but . . ., "reason must yield to mystery", faith in the midst of science, Review1, Review2, PalmC On the way; PalmB To Jerusalem, Pr27A Be ready, Pr7B Peace, be still

“Conversations with God” (2006, PG), homeless man becomes spiritual messenger, Review. Ep5A Salt & Light

"Creation" (2009, PG-13), "I am a neuter bee. I’m a scientist, and I dare not study for the fear of seeing more clearly what is already as plain as day to me"; Pew review

“The cruise” (1998, PG-13), seeing New York, Review, Pr25B Let me see

“Dark City” (1998, R), "A man struggles with memories of his . . . wife . . . and a nightmarish world ". Review, A2C Prepare

"Dawn of the planet of the apes" (2014, PG-13), "Caesar remarks to Malcolm: “I always think ape is better than human; I see now how like them we are"; Pew review

“Dead man walking” (1995, R), “hate is the worst prison of all”, Review, L3C Free to rejoice; Pr29A Seeing Jesus

"Dead Poet's Society" (1989, PG), there is a higher authority, "seize the day", Review 1, Review 2, Ep5B Have you not known?, Pr28A Potential

“Death wish” (2018, R), impact of violence on the perpetrator, Review, C2ABC Flight to Egypt NFC*

“Deep end of the ocean” (1999, PG-13), story of a kidnapped child, Review, EpLastB Dazzling light

"Deep Impact" (1998, PG-13), the impending doom, Review, PalmC To Jerusalem

"Defending your life" (1991, PG), "perhaps the most interesting idea of the movie is how faith and fear play out in our lives"; Pew review

"Denial" (2016, PG-13), a movie about proving the truth, Review, Pr25C Eyes on the prize

"The Devil’s Advocate" (1997, R), stunning depiction of the seduction of power and money, and the twisting of reality to fit whatever goals we personally might have, Review, Pr20C Grieve with God

“Doctor Strange” (2016, PG-13), change from arrogance when injured, Review, EpLastA Higher & higher

"Dog" (2022, PG-13), a tender message about needing each other, Transformation, Review. Pew review.

“Double Jeopardy” (1999, R), “a film that celebrates doing all the wrong things for all the right reasons”, Review, Pr14C If only . . ., Pr15C Signs & divisions 

“Down in the Delta” (1998, PG-13), “single mother whose faith is renewed”, Review, Ea3C Come have breakfast

"Dungeons & Dragons Honor among thieves" (2023, PG-13), a fun bit of a tongue-in-cheek adventure of ne'er-do-wells, you could write the screenplay; Pew Review

"Eat Pray Love" (2010, PG-13), "interconnectedness of the human community"; Pew review

“Eat drink man woman” (1994, not rated), interweaving of the motifs of food and the search for love, Review, Pr13B Bread of life

“Election” (1999, R), those who hurt other people, Review, Pr9A Grow up

"Elemental" (2023, PG, 1 hr 40 m), can opposites live together peacefully?, Review

“Elisha and the general“, kid friendly video, Pr23C God's awesome deeds

“The Emperor’s New Groove“ (2000, animated, G), a goofy Disney movie, Review, Pr25A Love God love neighbor

“The Encounter” (2010, not rated, TV series in 2016), 5 people stranded together with salvation close at hand, Review, Proper 22A The cornerstone

“End of Days” (1999, R), satan trying to take over the world, “made-to-order action drama about the Anti-Christ”, Review, Proper 29C Reign of Christ, Proper 28B Signs, Proper 29B Reign of Christ 

"Enemy of the state" (1998, R), "Brill: “I need sugar. I’m getting cranky.” Dean: “Getting?” "; Pew review.

“The expendables” (2010, R), appeals to teens, Review, CDay God Incarnate

"The Express" (2008, PG), "story of the first Black Heisman Trophy Winner, Ernie Davis"; Pew review

“Eye of God” (1997, R), a dark movie, Review, Pr8A Righteous Reward

“Eye in the sky” (2015, R), complex decisions in contemporary warfare, Review, Epiphany 6A Choose life or death

“Ezekiel’s Vision of the Dry Bones", an interesting YouTube Video, L5A Raising the dead

"The Fall" (2006, R), "Alexandria: [crying as Roy finishes the story] Why are you making everyone die? Roy Walker: Because . . . everything dies . . .  Alexandria: I don’t like this story"; Pew review

“The Family Man” (2000, PG-13), family deciding what is important, Review, Pr12A Of what value

“Fantasia 2000" (1999, G), "James Earl Jones: Oh, sorry... That age old question: "What would happen if you gave a yo-yo to a flock of flamingos?"" Review, Pr10A Dirt

"Farewell armor" (2020, unrated), after 17 years apart, only dancing together seems to help the reunited family, Review, Pr10B Dance before God

"Father Stu (2022, R), Father Stu: Reborn", a story of a boxer finding God [warning "Father Stu" is R-rated & "Father Stu: Reborn" is PG-13, choose wisely], Review both, Ep4A Beatitudes

"Fatherhood" (2021, PG-13) from Netflix, man learns how to be a single parent, Review, L5A Raising the dead

"Field of Dreams" (1989, PG), giving up security to find "promised land", Review, L2A Born from above

“The Fifth Element” (1997, PG-13), really quirky film with great moral, sci-fi extravaganza, Review, Pr28C By your endurance, Pr23A Come to the banquet; Pr24A Who has authority

"Final solution" (2001, R), story of a youth turned assassin, Review, Ep6A Choose life or death

“Finding Nemo” (2003, G), “youthful independence”, Review, Pr22C What can mustard seed faith do?

“The Fisher King” (1991, R), “delightful story of atonement”, modern story of transformation, Review, Ea5B The vine and the branches, Ea6B Let's sing, Pr11A Wheat or weeds

“The First” (2018, TV-MA), TV series, human mission to Mars, Review, A1A Watch

“Freedom” (2014, R), two men separated by 100 years share the same dilemma, Review, Pr23A Come to the banquet

“Freedom Writers” (2007, PG-13), breaking down walls that separate us, Review, A4B Behold

“The fundamentals of caring” (2016, TV-MA), learn about ALOHA for caring (Netflix film), Review, Pr11B Caring for the sheep

“Galaxy Quest” (1999, PG), The faith of Mathesar and his ship-mates inspires the Galaxy Quest crew to become what they have pretended to be, Review, Ea2B Belief without proof, Ep2A Confessing Thomas

“The Game” (1997, R), “What whack on the head would it take to wake me up and open my heart?”, Review, Pr14B Touch of an angel

"Game of Thrones" (2011-2019, TV-MA), Nine noble families fight for control, HBO series - Pew review

“Gandhi  ” (1982, PG), older movie but moving story of India’s great ethical leader, Review 1, Review 2, Pr16C On the Sabbath, Pr13B Bread of life

“The Giant of Thunder Mountain” (1990, PG), a little girl is touched by the giant’s love, on being an outcast, “children befriend a gentle giant”, Review 1, Review 2, Review 3, Ep4C Accept or Reject, Ea5B The vine and the branches, Pr28C By your endurance, Pr17A Take up your cross

“Girl with the dragon tattoo" (2009, R), another take on the impact of committing violence, Review, C2ABC Flight to Egypt NFC*; Pew review

“Gladiator” (2000, R), “Proximo is John the Baptist character”, bringing out the best and worse, Review 1, Review 2, A3C Gaudete, A2B Prepare, AscensionB, A2A Prepare, A3A Joy

“Glory Road” (2006, PG), calling of disciples similar to basketball team, Review, Epiphany 2B The Call

"God's not dead" (2014, PG), a student defending his faith against atheist (Netflix), Review, Proper 6B The mustard seed

“The Good Shepherd” (2006, R), “protagonist sacrifices self to save and protect United States”, Review, Ea4C Shepherd psalm

“Good will hunting” (1997, R), professor and student “shepherd” each other, Review, Ea4A The Good Shepherd

“The Gospel of John” (2014, not rated), “excellent film version of the Gospel of John”, special note: actors speak Aramaic, (also on Netflix), Review, EaDayB He is risen

“The gospel of us“, (2012, not rated), a contemporary topsy-turvy tale of “Christ”, Review, Ep2A Lamb of God

“The Gospel Road: A story of Jesus” (1973, G), who knew—that Johnny Cash produced a movie about Jesus, this is his tale, Review, Ep2A Lamb of God, Ea3B My Witnesses

"Gran Torino" (2008, R), redemption of endangered Hmong teenage and his disgruntled self; Pew review

“Grand Canyon“, (1991, R), “A universal hunger pervades the world. It is the hunger to get more out of life, to give more back, to be more involved, and to find more meaning”, Review, Ep2C Water into wine

“Gravity” (2013, PG-13), “discipleship necessitates that the teacher cut loose from the disciple when the time is right”, Review, Pr18C What is the cost?

“The Greatest Showman” (2017, PG), an application of the Great Commission to accept all into the Christ community, spiritual practice of inclusiveness, Review, L2A Born from above, Pr9C As a mother comforts

“The Green Mile” (1999, R), about nature of evil and goodness of creation, Tom Hanks’ character is “called” from his accepted/acceptable role to the cause of grace, the story of an incarcerated gentle giant, “John Coffey (J.C.?) restores health and life”, , Review 1, Review 2, Review 3, L3A Never be thirsty, Ep2B The Call, Pr6A Represent, Pr18A Reconcile, Pr18B Ephthatha!, Ep3A Fishing; Pew review

“Grey Owl” (1999, PG-13), biopic of Archibald Belaney, Review 1, Review 2, Lent 1A Temptation, Lent 1C Meeting temptation; Lent 1B Tempted

“Groundhog Day” (1993, PG), the only person who knows what is happening, "a smug and selfish weatherman", Pr19C The way of faith, Advent 3 Gaudete; Pew review, Review

"Guess who's coming to dinner" (1967, approved), a couple's attitudes are challenged; Pew review

"H is for Happiness" (2019, unrated), a sweet story of resilience and joy, Review, Gaudete Adv3B

“Hacksaw Ridge” (2016, R), story of conscientious objector in World War II, Review, Pr8C Freedom to love and serve

“Happy feet” (2006, PG), "triumphant, playful, and deeply spiritual animation", Review, Pr10B Dance with all your might

“Harriet” (2019, PG-13), a courageous and charismatic freedom fighter, Review, L2A Born from above

"The Healer" (2016, not rated), a troubled man discovers he has gift of healing, Review, Pr6B The mustard seed

“Hearts in Atlantis” (2001, PG-13), portrayal of courage, fortitude, and compassion, Review. Pr14B Touched by an angel

“A Hidden Life” (2019, PG-13), a conscientious objector during World War II, Review, L2A Born from above; Maundy ABC Servanthood

"Hit the Road (Jaddeh Khaki)" (2021, no rating), deep exploration of Iranian politics through a family lens, Review, Pr24A Belonging to God

“Hitachi: A dog's tale” (2009, G), human-animal friendships, Review, A1A Watch

“Honey” (2003, PG-13), might be a contemporary telling of Salome story, Review, Pr10B Dance with all your might

“Hook” (1991, PG), wherein Panny is recognized by the lost boys, Review, Ea3A On the road to Emmaus

“Hotel Rwanda” (2004, PG-13), sanctuary during genocide, Review, Pr17A Take up your cross

"How to train your dragon" (2010, PG), supposed kids tale about acceptance, young man understands adversity, how to fulfill your purpose, strong support for fruit of the spirit, Review 1, Review 2, Pew Review, Pr26C Come down!, A4A Behold/Hope, Ep1A God plays no favorites, Pr8C Freedom to love and serve

“Howl’s moving castle” (2004, PG), anime look at aging and other topics, Review, EpLastA Higher & higher; Pew review

“Le Huitieme Jour (The Eighth Day)” (1996, not rated), “precious moments of wonder”, Review, Advent 3 Gaudete

“The Hunchback of Notre Dame” (1996, animated, G), good case for self esteem, social conscious, and tolerance, Review, Pr12C How shall we pray

“The Hunting Ground” (2015, PG-13), a hard film “about treatment of sexually assaulted women”, Review, Pr16C On the Sabbath

“The Hurricane“ (1999, R), story of man sentenced for murder he did not commit, about hope, story of potent force of small doses of hope, love is more powerful than hate, Review 1, Review 2, Ep7C No strings attached, L5A Raising the dead, Pr10A Dirt; Pr25A Love God love neighbor

“Ice Age” (2002, PG), “looking out for number one just won’t cut it”, the squirrel holds on, no matter the cost, an animated movie about community and perseverence, Review, Pr19C Lost, Pr23B God of the impossible, Pr7A Do not be anxious

“If the dancer dances” (2018, not rated), documentary about losing masterpieces to modernity, Review, Pr10B Dance with all your might

“The Incredibles” (2004, animated PG), Mr Incredible can do the job, Review, Pr9B Take nothing

"Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" (2023, PG-13), a delightful "retour" of Indiana Jones, Pew Review

“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” (1989, PG-13), choosing the right chalice requires wisdom, “humility in the presence of the holy is preferable to chasing after glory”, Review 1, Review 2, Pr15B Be careful how you live, Pr27A Be ready

“Inglourious Basterds” (2009, R), gratuitous violence not confirmed by veterans, Review, C2 ABC Flight to Egypt

“Instinct” (1999, R), how a man becomes a criminal (not for young people), Review, Ea5A Way - Truth - Life

"Into the wild" (2007, R), based on the true story of Christopher McCandless, Review, AscensionABC

“Intouchables” (2011, R), a sorta French “Driving Miss Daisy”, Review, Pr5B The family of God; Pew review

"Invictus" (2009, PG-13), story of Nelson Mandela bringing races together in South Africa; Pew review

“Invisible Enemies” (1997, G), “People, sadly both Christians and non, are blinded to the reality of spiritual warfare”, Review, Pr9A Grow up

“The iron giant” (1999, animated, G), “anti-guns parable”, animated, Review, Ea6C Open heart, open home

“It’s a wonderful life” (1946, PG), movie classic about generosity, about George learning his value in the world, Review, Pr27B The size of the gift, Ep5A Salt & Light

“Jacob and the angel” presented by CBN, Review, Pr24C Persistence

“Jesus” (1999, TV miniseries, TV-PG), cousins sitting around the campfire, Review, A2B Prepare, A2A Prepare, A3A Joy

“Jesus of Montreal” (1989, R), a contemporary staging of the Passion Play, Review, L3B Cleansing the temple

"Jiro dreams of sushi" (2011, PG), a documentary on 85-year-old sushe master; Pew review

“John Q” (2002, PG-13), man doing all he can for his child, Review, ResurrectionABC

“Joyeux Noel” (2005, PG-13), soldiers declare unofficial truce in the midst of war, Review, Pr15A A great faith

“Jurassic Park” (1993, PG-13), where’s the wisdom in the science, Review, Pr15B Be careful how you live

“Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet” (2014, animated, PG), eight profound and prophetic wisdom teachings, Review, Pr13A Wrestling

“Keeping the faith” (2000, PG-13), meeting of a priest & a rabbi, “explores and celebrates our religious differences”, a screwball comedy about a priest and a rabbi, Review, Pr8C Freedom to love and serve, Ep2B The Call, Pr6A Represent

“The kid with a bike” (2011, PG-13), “Samantha can’t tell Cyril why she forgives him”, Review, Pr15A A great faith

"King David" (1985, PG-13), story of "Israel's greatest king", L4C Can you see

"A Knight's Tale" (2001, PG-13), imagery is best feature, Review, PalmA To Jerusalem

“Kolya” (1996, not rated), “adorable kid transforms womanizer in poignant Oscar winner”, “portrait of a nurturing male in the making”, best foreign language film of 1996, Review 1, Review 2, Ea4C Shepherd psalm, Ea4B The good shepherd, Ea4A The Good Shepherd

“Kung Fu Panda” (2008, animated, PG), believe in yourself, Review, Ea3B My Witnesses

"The Last temptation of Christ" (1988, R), the life of Jesus; Pew review

"A league of their own" (1992, PG), another older film with good message about persistence, Review, Pr27C Here & there

"A league of their own" (2022, TV series), Review, Pr27C Here & there

“Legally Blonde” (2001, PG-13), how do we judge people, “everyone has inner flair”, Review, L3C Free to rejoice, Pr8B Healing

“The legend of Beggar Vance” (2002), Beggar Vance gives Junnuh advice, Review, Ea6A God's own people

“Legends of the fall” (1994, R), effects of betrayal, history, love, nature, and war, R-rating; gratuitous, Review, L4C Welcome home

"Lemony Snicket's A series of unfortunate events" (2004, PG), fortunes and misfortunes of the Baudelaire children; Pew review

"Life is beautiful" (1997, PG-13), how one father approaches the Holocaust; Pew review

"Life of Brian" (1979, R), the life of Brian, who was born in the stable next to Jesus; Pew review

"Life of Pi" (2012, PG), a young man survives a disaster at sea alongside a tiger; Pew review

“The life of Yogananda” (2014, PG), story of Yogi, Review ,Pr13A Wrestling

“Like water for chocolate” (1992, R), magic and mysteries of love, Review, Pr17C Invite the forgotten

“Lion King” (2019, CG, PG), destiny, Review, The EpiphABC Magi

“Limitless” (2011, PG-13), pairing of sci-fi and human emotions, Review, Pr24A Who has authority

List annunciation movies, A4C Behold

List apocalyptic movies, Pr29A Seeing Jesus

List The Beatitudes at the Movies, series from the United Church of Christ, Ep4A Beatitudes

List blindness movies, L4A Can you see, some hard to take

List call movies (6) and how the “call” is addressed, Ep3A Fishing

List's heroes' movies, make the ultimate sacrifice, L4B God so loved the world

List Jesus movies, top five – you choose, PalmA To Jerusalem

“Little Man Tate” (1991, PG), pint-sized genius, Review, EpABC Magi

“Little Manhattan” (2005, PG), “adorable comedy” (yes, about kids), Review, Easter 5C All things new

"Living" (2022, PG-13), humorless bureaucrat takes time off after a grim diagnosis, Review, Pr16A Who am I

"Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring" (2001, PG-13), Frodo is called to leave his home to accomplish a very big task, Mr. Frodo is called to “destroy the evil one”, note elf-queen Galadriel drawing water for reflection, Review 1, Review 2,  L2A Born from above, Ep3A Fishing, Ep1B The Beloved

“Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” (2002, PG-13), Technology enslaves us, Review, C1ABC And the word was God

"Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" (2003, PG-13), Galdalf and Aragorn lead the world of men; Pew review

"Love thy neighbor" (2013+, TV-PG), a Tyler Perry production, Review, Pr26B The greatest commandments

“Luther” (2003, PG-13), a DVD about 16th Century reformer (Do not be deceived into thinking this is "Luther", the TV series with Idris Ilba. Instead, this movie is about Luther the 16th Century reformer), Review, Ea2C Confessing Thomas

"Machine Gun Preacher" (2011, R), a man committed to saving the children in the Sudan, Review, Pr10C Hard words

"Magnolia" (1999, R), those who try too hard often miss the mark, Review, Proper 19A Forgiveness

"Mamma Mia" (2008, PG-13), bride-to-be trying to find her real father; Pew review

"A Man for all seasons" (1966, G), tale of a man who had to choose, Review, Pr24A Who has authority

"Man from earth" (2007, not rated), impromptu goodbye for Professor John Oldman; Pew review

"Man with a movie camera" (1929, not rated), photographer documents urban life; Pew review

“The Martian” (2015, PG-13), accepting reality, Review, Maundy ABC servanthood

“Martin Guerre” (1982, not rated), duality & disbelief, Review, EpLastB Dazzling light

“Mary Poppins” (1964, G), simple, heart-warming story, Review, AscenB

“The Matrix” (1999, R) (of course), sci-fi thriller, does Morpheus see Neo as savior, Review, TrA Great Commission, Pr6A Represent, A3C Gaudete

“Me and you and everyone we know” (2005, R), “relationship in today’s world”, Review, Ea5C All things new

“Men of honor” (2000, R), struggles of African-American in face of prejudice, obstacles to succeed, Review, Ep1B The Beloved, Pr23B God of the impossible

“The Messenger: The story of Joan of Arc” (1999, R), “unusual French interpretation . . . [sees] Joan of Arc . . . as a radical zealot like John Brown” [one of the editor’s all time favorites], Review, Pr22C What can mustard seed faith do?, Ep3B The call the sequel, Pr24B Drink of my cup

“The Messiah” (2007, not rated), story of Christ from an Islamic perspective, Review, Ep2A Lamb of God

"Les Miserables" (2012, PG-13). The opening scene is a wonderful picture of redemption and grace as the priest gives Valjean both his freedom and the silver candlesticks, Review 1, Review 2, Pr19C Lost, Pr20A Pouting; Pew review

"Mission Impossible II" (2000, PG-13), notice the "Christ" images, Review, L2A Born from above

“Mister Ibrahim” (2003), A spiritual adventure story about a Sufi grocer who passes on the wisdom of his path to a lonely adolescent boy filled with a yearning for something more, Review;  Pr6A Represent

“Princess Monanoke” (1997, PG-13), gods battle with humans, animated, Review, Ea6C Open heart, open home

“The Monuments Men” (2014, PG-13), men sent to rescue/preserve art works, Review, Ep3B The call the sequel

“Moon” (2009, R), "superb psychologial sci-fi", Review, Pr7A Do not be anxious

"Moonrise Kingdom" (2012, PG-13), search for young lovers; Pew review

“Mr. Holland’s Opus” (1995, PG), a music teacher’s 30-year job, Review, Pr24B Drink of my cup; Pew review

“Mr Pig [Sr Pig]” (2016, not rated), a journey with two objectives, Review, Pr11B Caring for the sheep

“Mr Popper's Penguins” (2001, PG). "As he begins to transform his house into a icey paradise his relationship with his ex-wife and kids begins to thaw", Review, Pr7C One in Christ

"Mulan" (2020, PG-13), acceptance from father, Review, Pr26C Come down!

“Munyurangabo (Liberation Day)” (2007, not rated), unlikely friends, Review, Pr15A A great faith

“The Music Man” (1962, G), “hearing in tongues”, the mighty wind opens the door for the professor and students to receive gift, Review, PentC Many Voices, PentB Holy spirit, rain down

“Music of the Heart” (1999, PG), “. . . at the end of her rope after she is deserted . . .”, “When has your face lit up?”, a tender movie that shows we can be strong even when we cannot stand, “standing tall is more than standing on your legs”,  Review 1, Review 2, Pr16B The dwelling place, A3C Gaudete, Pr7A Do not be anxious, Pr7B Peace, be still

“My left foot” (1989, R), biopic of Christy Brown, Review, L2C Challenged

"Nanny McPhee" (2005, PG), listening and hearing, Review, Ep3C Jesus in the temple

“Norma Rae” (1979, PG), “stands must be taken, “. . . If I am to respect myself I have to search myself for what I believe is right and take a stand on what I find. . . .”, Review, Pr17B Be doers of the word, Pr21B Against or for

"Nosferatu, eine Symphonie des Grauens" (1922, not rated), vampire Count Orlok is looking for a new residence; Pew review

"Now is good" (2012, PG-13), A bucket list for teen dying of leukemia; Pew review

“O brother, where art thou?” (2000, PG-13), “zany and hilarious bluegrass version of Homer’s Odyssey”, 3 escaped convicts in search of a treasure, comedic presentation with prayer episodes, baptism in the river scene, Review 1, Review 2, Ep1C The Beloved, Ea2C Confessing Thomas, Ea2B Belief, Ea2A Confessing Thomas, Pr18A Reconcile, Pr25C Eyes on the prize, Ep1A God plays no favorites

"Of gods and men" (2010, PG-13), Trappist monks threatened in Algeria; Peer review

“Oh, God!” (1977, PG), Jesus’ rejection reflected in store manager’s, Review, Pr9B Take nothing

"Pacific Rim" (2013, PG-13). "the humans thought they were winning the war", Review, Ea7C Unity

"Palm Sunday", a kid video, PalmA To Jerusalem

"Pan's Labyrinth (El Laberinto del Fauno)" (2006, R), bookish stepdaughter retreats into fantasy world; Pew review; Pr22B The work of God's hands

"Paper Heart" (2009, PG-13), Writer on quest across America to write about love; Pew review

“The Parable of the Lost Sheep” (animated) presented by deluvia, Pr19C Lost

“The Parable of the Shrewd Steward” presented by CCTNtv, Pr20C Grieve with God

"The passion of the Christ" (2004, R), final 12 hours of Jesus of Nazareth; Pew review

“The Passion of Joan of Arc” (1928, passed), comparison of passions of Christ & Joan of Arc, Review, PalmC On the way; PalmB To Jerusalem

“Patch Adams” (1998, PG-13), “a medical student who breaks the rules”, doctor with unusual attitude about healing, “the best medicine is love, laughter, and play”, healing the whole person, not the disease; the power of laughter to help in healing, Review 1, Review 2,  Ep3C Jesus in the temple, Ep5B Have you not known?, Pr18B Ephthatha!, Pr23C God's awesome deeds

“Pay it Forward” (2000, PG-13), hard movie about sacrifice, simply how to change the world, moral story about 11-year-old, how God's children behave, Review 1, Review 2, Review 3, L3C Never be thirsty, PalmA To Jerusalem, Ep4A Beatitudes, L2B Not human things, Pr19B Who am I?, Ea6A God's own people

"Pieces of April" (2003, PG-13), ”Thanksgiving dinner and families, Review, Pr23A Come to the banquet; Pr24A Who has authority

"Pillars of the earth" (2010, TV-MA, STARZ series) depiction of Follett's book Pillars of the Earth; Pew review

“Phenomenon” (1996, PG), “bounties and mysteries of human spirit”, good description of value of eucharist, many parallels to the Easter story, Review 1, Review 2, Ep4C Accept or Reject, Pr17C Invite the forgotten, Pr12B Leftovers, EasterB He is risen, Pr17A Take up your cross Pew review 

"Planet of the apes" (1968, G), astronaut crew crashes on planet with highly intelligent non-human ape species; Pew review

“Polycarp” (2015, not rated), cannot live unless know what willing to die for, Review, Pr23A Come to the banquet

Pope Francis calls for unity, Pr8A Righteous Reward

“The Poseidon Adventure” (1997), ship owner’s greed leads to disaster, the choice to go or not go “to life”, Review 1, Review 2, Pr13C Tonight, Pr27A Be ready

“The Postman“ (1997, R), where there is no vision, the people perish, “hope as a powerful spiritual force”, Review, Ep6C Blessed are you, Pr28B Signs

“The Postman always rings twice” (1946, passed), consequences of David’s adultery, Review, Pr12B Leftovers

“Powder” (1995, PG-13), a mystic with strange powers, compassionate service to others, in which a young albino lives in his grandfather’s basement, Review, TrinC Three in One, TrinB Holy holy holy, AscenABC

"Prey" (2022, R), prequel to the series, Represent; Review. Pew review.

“The Prince of Egypt” (1998, animated, PG), a mediocre animated movie about the fortitude of the Israelites, Review, Pr7A Do not be anxious

“Prison Break” (2005-2017), brother considers sacrifice to aid prison escape, Review, Independence Day ABC

“Proof” (2005, PG-13), has daughter inherited insanity, psychological drama about faith, Review, EpiphABC Magi, Ea2C Confessing Thomas

"Pulp Fiction" (1994, R), lives of two mob hitmen, Pew review

“The pursuit of Happyness” (2006, PG-13), single parent struggle, Review, A4B Behold; Pr24A Who has authority

“Pushing Tin“, (1999, R), “impressive spiritual finality”,Review, Ep1C The Beloved

"Quartet" (2012, PG-13), at home for retired musicians, annual concert is disrupted; Pew review

"Quo vadis" (1951, not rated), Marcus questions Emperor Nero; Pew review

“Rain man” (1988, R), inheritance goes to savant brother, “. . . about an autistic savant . . .”, Review 1, Review 2, Pr7C One in Christ, Pr22B The little children

"Red Dawn” (2012, PG-13), fighting for freedom, Review, Good Friday ABC

“The remains of the day” (1999, PG), “. . . misguided professionalism and debilitating perfectionism”, Review, Pr21B Against or for

“Remember the Titans” (2000, PG), a way out of racial hatred and bigotry, Review, Ea6C Open heart, open home, Ea7C Alpha and Omega, Pr16B The dwelling place

“The Replacements” (2000, PG-13), “so-called losers get moment in the sun”, Review, ChristABC God Incarnate

“The Rich Man and Lazarus“, kid-friendly story, Pr21C The way of faith

“Rich Man and Lazarus“, youth skit from Liverpool, Pr21C The way of faith

“Rich man and Lazarus”, skit from Godspell, and subsequent song “O bless the Lord, my soul” [the skits from Godspell are incomplete without the accompanying song; and if you need a total Godspell redo, look at the rest from this group], Pr21C The way of faith

“The Road to Perdition” (2002, R), father-son relationship, Review, L5B My soul is troubled, Pr8A Righteous Reward

“Romero” (1989, PG-13), radicalization of a moderate priest, story of Archbishop Romero, Review 1, Review 2, Ep6C Blessed are you, Pr8B Healing 

"The Rose Maker (La fine fleur)" (2020, no rating), Eve Vernet is trying to keep her father's rose farm and company afloat, Pew Review, Pr14A A little faith.

“Rosie” (2018, PG-13), “about a suddenly homeless family”, Review, Pr16C On the Sabbath

“Rudy“ (1993, PG), “pint-sized football player”, Review, Ep4C Accept or Reject, Pr17A Take up your cross

"Salt of the earth" (1954, not rated), about Latino miners, Review, Ep5A Salt & Light, Resurrection ABC

“Samsara” (2011, PG-13), nonverbal exploration, Review, The Presentation ABC

"The Sapphires" (2012, PG-13), story of aboriginal girls singing life; Pew review

“The Savages” (2012, R)—siblings caring for aging parent, Review, Pr21A Do what is right

"Schindler's List" (1993, R), "What's a person worth to you?"; Pew review

"The secret of Kells" (2009, not rated), "I have seen the book.The book that turned darkness into light"; Pew review

“Selma” (2014, PG-13), many parallels to the good shepherd, Review, Ea4B The good shepherd

“The secret garden” (1993, G), “about the restorative powers of nature, friendship, and nurturing”, Review, Pr20B First or Last

“Seven years in Tibet” (1997, PG-13), “spiritual transformation after association with Buddhists”, Review, Ea3C Come have breakfast

"Shawshank Redemption" (1994, R), "I look back on the way I was then: a young, stupid kid who committed that terrible crime"; Pew review

“Shipping News” (2001, R), "ripening of a weak-willed man after he is nourished by a place and some special people”, “we face up to the things we fear because we can’t go around them”, about how a difficult childhood affects one's adulthood, Review, Ep1C The Beloved, Ea3C Come have breakfast, Ep1B The Beloved, L4B God so loved the world, Ep1A God plays no favorites, Pr11A Wheat or weeds

"Sicario" (2015, R), a hard film about brutal behavior for "the common good", Review, Proper 20C Grieve with God

“Signs” (2002, PG-13), a spiritual shiver story, “two types of people . . . One type sees only luck or coincidence. The other sees a sign or a miracle”, “meaning of coincidences”, "how to interpret signs", about finding things that had been hidden, interpreting "lucky" events, Review 1, Review 2, Ep2C Water into wine, Ep5C Do not be afraid, Pr14C If only . . ., Pr15C Signs & divisions, Ea3B My Witnesses, EpLastA Higher & higher, Ea3A On the road to Emmaus, Ea5A Way—Truth—Life, Pr9A Grow up, Pr4B Here I am

"Silver Linings Playbook" (2012, R), "I'm going to take all this negativity and fire it into a silver lining"; Pew review

“Simon Birch” (1998, PG), “testament to the ardor and resilience of faith”, ". . . knows his destiny . . .", a poignant story suggested by John Irving’s Prayer for Owen Meany (and if you have not read Prayer for Owen Meany, do so now; it will change you!), Review 1, Review 2, A2C Prepare, Ep3B The call the sequel, Pr5B The family of God, Pr14A A little faith, please, Pr20B First or Last

“A simple plan“ (1998, R), do you have to lose everything to find happiness, Review, Ep5C Do not be afraid

“A single man” (2009, R), life in the sixties, Review, Pr25A Love God love neighbor

"Sisu" (2022, R, NFC), "Bruno: How many mines did you bury here? Wolf: All of them." Pew Review

“The Sixth Sense” (1999, PG-13), psychological thriller, “. . . the interrogators have made up their minds . . .”, Review 1, Review 2, Pr14C If only . . ., Pr15C Signs & divisions, Pr25B Let me see

“Sling Blade“, (1996, R), “no such thing as good or redemptive violence”, Review, Ep3C Jesus in the temple“, L3C Free to rejoice, PalmC On the way; PalmB To Jerusalem; Pr28A Potential

“Smallville” (TV series 2001-2011, TV-PG), Kent struggles to find his way in his new world, Review, A4A Behold/Hope

“Smoke signals” (1998, PG-13), intersection between “life on the rez” and the white community, Review, Pr13B Bread of life

“Snow falling on cedars” (2000, PG-13), Japanese-American accused of killing his neighbor at sea, Review, Pr17B Be doers of the word

"Snowpiercer", a 2020-23 TV-MA series based loosely on a 2013 movie of the same name—a caustic assessment of how humans may face the "end of times" [Ed.'s note: a hard show for young eyes.], Review, Pr28B Signs NFC*

“Solaris” (2002, PG-13), "will put you in touch with your memories and yearnings", Review, Pr7A Do not be anxious

"Someone Great" (2019, R), story of friends banding together to help each other move forward, Review, L5A Raising the dead NFC*

“Sophie’s choice” (1982, R),  review by Roger Ebert, Review, Pr22B The little children

“Sophie Scholl: The Final Days” (2005, not rated), female freedom fighter in Nazi Germany, the story of “The White Rose”, Review, Pr22A The cornerstone

"Soul" (2020, PG), trapped between earth and the afterlife, Review, Pr13B Growing in Christ

“Soul Food” (1997, R), ritual to hold families together, Review, Pr12B Leftovers

“Spirited Away” (2001, animated, PG), the young protagonist must find within herself which path leads to her freedom, Review, Pr11C Most important thing

“The Spitfire Grill” (1996, PG-13), soul-satisfying movie, a story of interconnectedness, Review, Pr6C An alabaster jar, Ep4B Demons, Ea5B The vine and the branches

“St. Vincent” (2014, PG-13), quirky story about surprising saints among us, Review, Pr25A Love God love neighbor

“The Stand” (1994, not rated), mini-series about good and evil, Review, A2C Prepare, L2C Challenged

“Star Trek: Generations” (1994, PG), “time is the companion on the journey”, Review, A1C Watch, A1B Watch

“Star Wars I: The Phantom Menace” (1999, PG), does Qui Gon Jinn recognize Anakin, “The struggles between good and evil run a zigzag course, and we never know where or when they will erupt”, Obi Wan leaves in body but remains in spirit, is Anakin the Moses figure?, “Shmi Skywalker is the strong supportive mother”,  Review 1, Review 2, Review 3, A3C Gaudete, Pr28B Signs, A3A Joy, AscensionABC, Pr17A Take up your cross, L2C Challenged, A2B Prepare, A2A Prepare

“Star Wars IV: A New Hope” (1977, PG), Luke learns to trust the Force, Review, PentB Holy spirit, rain down

“Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi” (2017, PG-13), the hero gains little; the community gains, Review, Ep5A Salt & Light

“Still Alice” (2015, PG-13), Alice has everything, Review, Pr11B Caring for the sheep

“The Sting” (1973, PG), “all his life Jacob has schemed”, Review, Pr13A Wrestling

“Stir of echoes” (1999, R), “. . . thriller about dark side of psychic abilities”, Review, Proper 20B First or Last

“The Straight Story” (1999, G), “. . . slow journey to reconciliation . . .”, story of a man who wants to reconcile with his brother, Review, Pr23B God of the impossible, Pr18A Reconcile

“Strictly ballroom” (1992, PG), Australian film about people making the most of their creativity, Review, L3B Cleansing the temple

"Summer of soul (. . . or when the revolution could not be televised)" (2021, PG-13), documentary about the 1969 Harlem cultural festival, Review, Pr28B God among us

"Taking chance" (2009, TV-PG), "returning remains of fallen soldier"; Pew review

“Tangled” (2010, animated, PG), power of healing, animated, Review, Ep6A Choose life or death

“There’s something about Mary“ (1998, R), two suitors who are in love with how Mary makes them feel, Review, AllSaintsC Beatitudes, AllSaintsB A cloud of witnesses; AllSaintsA

"There will be blood" (2007, R), baptism as family event or distinction among participants, Review, Ep1B The Beloved

"This is where I leave you" (2014, R), four siblings examine selves and life forward following the death of their father (star-studded cast), Review, L5A Raising the dead

“Three Kings” (1999, R), creative take on greed during war, Review, Pr13C Tonight, Pr16A Who am I?

"Three thousand years of longing" (2022, R), story of romance between a professor and a djinn, Selflessness, Review; Pew review, Pr22C A grandmother's faith

"Timeline" (2003, PG-13), "In reality, time doesn't pass; we pass."; Pew review [Ed's note: This is a captivating movie based on a captivating novel of the same name by Ken Follett. Both highly recommended.] 

"To end all wars" (2001, R), "In a prison of brutal confinement, they found true freedom", John’s grain of wheat imagery, Review 1, Review 2, Pr10C Hard words, L5B My soul is troubled

“To kill a mockingbird” (1962, approved), Finch undergoes transformation, Review, EpLast B Dazzling light

“To save a life” (2009), young man must sacrifice dreams to save others, Review, Pr22A The cornerstone

“Toy Story 4” (2019, PG-13), ““Toy Story 4” brings the franchise full-circle in the most respectable and fantastical way“, Review, Pr9C As a mother comforts

“Traffic” (2000, R), hard-hitting about pervasive nature of and trafficking drugs, Review, Pr20A Pouting, Pr23A Come to the banquet; Pr24A Who has authority

“Transformers” (2007, PG-13), sci-fi drama, Review, EpLast A Higher & higher

“Tree of Life” (2011, PG-13), story of creation versus story of one family, Review, Resurrection ABC

“The Truman show” (1998, PG), “An insurance salesman discovers his whole life is actually a reality TV show”, Review, A1C Watch, A1B Watch, Pr12A Of what value, Pr14A A little faith, please

“The ultimate gift” (2006, PG), “a journey that inheritance cash can't match”, what is really important in life, Review, Ep7C No strings attached, Pr7C One in Christ

"Unity" (Star Trek Voyager)" (2005, TV series), Review, Pr8A Righteous Reward

“Vertical Limit” (2000, PG-13), “film full of sacrifice”, Review, Pr19B Who am I?

"Waking life" (2001, animated, R), "The worst mistake that you can make is to think you’re alive when really you’re asleep in life’s waiting room"; Pew Review

“Walking across Egypt“, (1999, PG-13) story of aging widow, Review, Pr28A Potential

“WALL-E” (2008, G), saving the planet, sweet movie about being alone, Review 1, Review 2, Christmas ABC God Incarnate, A1A Watch; Pew review

"War for the planet of the apes" (2017, PG-13), "unflinching focus on spiritual matters", Review, Ea7C, Pr29A Seeing Jesus

“We were soldiers” (2002, R), a soldier and his commanding officer meet in the chapel and . . ., strength of community, Review 1, Review 2, Pr12 How shall we pray, Ea6A God's own people

“Weapons of the Spirit” (1989, not rated), story of Huguenots protecting Jews during WWII, “the Bible says feed hungry and visit sick”, Review 1, Review 2, Pr17B Be doers of the word, Pr21B Against or for

“Wesley” (2009. not rated), an example of faith during the storm about John Wesley, Review, Pr7B Peace, be still

“West Beirut” (1998, PG-13), adolescents struggles to retain their identities in midst of turmoil, Review, Ea6C Open heart, open home

"What's the buzz", from Jesus Christ Superstar, Pr9A Grow up

“Where the heart is” (2000, PG-13), practical dimension of everyday spirituality, people are often blunderers but blessed with good friends, Review, Pr20A Pouting, Pr14B Touch of an angel

“Where the wild things are” (2009, PG), a "poignant film about childhood that may have you howling", Review, Pr7A Do not be anxious

“The White Balloon“ (1995, unrated), siblings caring for each other, Review, Pr 21A Do what is right

“The White Ribbon” (2009, R), “strange events in Germany before WWII”, Review,  Pr28C By your endurance

"Wildhood" (2021, not rated), brothers adventure to find their mother, review, Proper 26C Come down!

“The Wizard of Oz” (1939, G), the wind picked up Dorothy & Toto and took them to a place where nothing is the same, false “wisdom” commentator draws an interesting parallel drawn between “wizard’s wind” and “holy spirit” [Ed’s note: I guess the same might be said about Twister.], Review, Pentecost B Holy spirit, rain down, Pr15B Be careful how you live, Ea6A God's own people

"Women talking" (2022, PG-13), "do nothing, stay and fight, or leave", Review, Pr19A Reconcile.

“X-Men” (2000, PG-13), risking own life to heal a friend, ongoing battle for America’s soul, “In karmic evolution, the successful actions that lead to positive evolutionary mutations such as a human life are those of generosity, morality, tolerance, enterprise, concentration, and intelligence”, Review 1, Review 2, Pr23C God's awesome deeds, L2B Not human things, Pr19B Who am I?

“X-men: Days of Future Past” (2014, PG-13), with theme of being called and being sent, Review, TrinA Great Commission, Pr6A Represent

“Yesterday” (2019, PG-13), an interesting fantasy about waking in a world where no one knows The Beatles and how to take their music to the world, Review, Proper 9C As a mother comforts

“Zack Snyder's Justice League” (2021, R), sacrifice not in vain, Review, Independence Day ABC