On “Jesuitical” this week, Zac and Ashley chat with Colleen Dulle, co-host of the “Inside the Vatican” podcast, about how realistically the new film “Conclave” portrays the process of selecting a new pope.
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Review: In ‘The Brutalist,’ a Holocaust survivor encounters the (very) dark side of the American Dream
“The Brutalist” harkens back to a golden age of bravura filmmaking while pushing forward toward new cinematic possibilities through provocative storytelling.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Movie Club
Faith on film: ‘Miracle on 34th Street’ is about believing without proof
We have all heard that “blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” “Miracle on 34th Street” suggests that we must believe in order to see.
Posted inArts & Culture, Your Take
Your Take: Is ‘Conclave’ worth seeing for Catholics?
Readers react to a papal election on the big screen.
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Review: ‘Mary’ on Netflix presents the Virgin mother with an edge
“You may think you know my story,” says Mary, having galloped into the movie on horseback. “Trust me. You don’t.”
Posted inArts & Culture, Explainer
‘Conclave’ explainer: Could that twist ending really happen?
How realistic is “Conclave”? A canon lawyer weighs in.
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In ‘Gladiator II,’ spectacle comes first
The pacing of “Gladiator II” says a lot about what Ridley Scott’s priorities were for this film: spectacle, immersion, pure feeling.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Movie Club
‘The Wizard of Oz’ reminds us to be grateful for what’s right in front of us
Dorothy and her friends’ journey is one of discovery and gratitude, an external quest that reveals internal riches.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Book Club
‘Gladiator II’ reminds us what we already knew: America can’t stop thinking about the Roman Empire
The box office success of “Gladiator II” is a reminder that many Americans are obsessed with the Roman Empire. They’ve been joined over the years by more than a few ‘America’ contributors.
Posted inArts & Culture, Theater
Three new musicals about fabulous and funny women
Age and its relationship to stardom is the animating subject of “Sunset Blvd,” “Tammy Faye” and “Death Becomes Her.”