This man has seen the Ark of the Covenant melt faces and the Holy Grail grant eternal life. Wouldn’t that convert even the most ardent atheist?
Film
Posted inArts & Culture, Film
Interview: ‘Miracle Club’ director on Lourdes, Irish guilt and the power of reconciliation
In ‘The Miracle Club,’ Thaddeus O’Sullivan is unafraid to explore more serious topics, such as abortion and suicide, and to reckon with the lingering effects of communal grief.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Movie Club
Catholic Movie Club: What ‘Jaws’ can tell us about the sex abuse crisis
“Jaws” is both a nerve-shattering thriller and a biting (sorry) social commentary about the failure of authorities to protect the people in their care.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Movie Club
Catholic Movie Club: ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service’ and what God calls us to be
At its heart, “Kiki’s Delivery Service” is a meditation on discovering—and pursuing—your vocation.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Movie Club
Catholic Movie Club: Celebrate Juneteenth with ‘Summer of Soul,’ a concert film about Black joy, rage and hope
‘Summer of Soul’ celebrates Black culture and joy, full of both good news and Good News.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Movie Club
The return of the Catholic Movie Club: Why going to the movies is a sacred act
This summer, I’ll reflect on films for America each week, with an eye toward pulling out spiritual themes. First up: ”The Princess Bride.”
Posted inArts & Culture, Film
‘How to Blow Up a Pipeline’ and the Catholic case against eco-terrorism
The film adaptation of the 2021 novel of the same name, “How to Blow Up a Pipeline” misunderstands the potency of sustained nonviolent resistance.
Posted inArts & Culture, Ideas
A look inside the Vatican meeting that brought Pope Francis and Martin Scorsese together
What happens when 70 artists and writers come together to discuss the Catholic imagination?
Posted inArts & Culture, Film
Review: In ‘Padre Pio’, Shia LaBeouf may be a saint—but he’s no hero
Abel Ferrara’s Padre Pio is not the hero of his movie.
Posted inArts & Culture, Film
Martin Scorsese is making a movie about Jesus. Here are 4 pitfalls he should avoid.
While the path to creating a great story about Jesus is filled with good intentions, there are also a lot of landmines.