Christ, Culture, and Cinema
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Jeffrey Skopak and Michael Popp explore the intersection of faith, cinema, and the contemporary context of American culture. Using both classic movies as well as new releases, Skopak and Popp discuss how the cultural collisions of the twenty-first century are reflected in the movies and how Scripture speaks faith, comfort, and direction for the follower of Jesus.
Christ, Culture, and Cinema
2w ago
In this episode we take a look at a crazy, comical tale of beings that are in the endless search for a leader, albeit an evil one, for them to follow. How desperate is our search for Godly, worthy leaders to trust and follow? Where can we find them? Do any exist???
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
2w ago
This week we look at a movie that engaged the culture so profoundly that it made over $1.4 Billion! But more than money, this movie dares to ask questions about life, finding our way as a man or a woman, leadership, identity, and the like. Even more so, it does all of this while making us laugh a little and think a lot!
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
1M ago
In this very special episode Jeffrey and Michael are joined by the director (Benjamin Ironside Koppin) and the lead actress (Courtney Bandeko) as they discuss real life issues that are part of the Christian life - things like rejection, pain, and isolation. This is not your "typical" Christian movie...and We LOVE IT! So join us as we explore a new chapter in Christian film making!
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
1M ago
Loaded with Hollywood stars, this movie explores the relationship of right and wrong, work and family, law and chaos. When the pressure is on which way will you fall? Can you balance family and career? What will you do when one begins to suffer?
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
1M ago
This episode is dedicated to hard work, people who influence and assist, and being the right person in the right position even when the world around you doesn't see it. This movie has spawned a franchise - but it all begins here. The identification of a streetwise kid, the mentoring and training by a devoted person, and the elevation to a position one could never have imagined...all wrapped up in a British action adventure!
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
2M ago
In this episode we look back at a true story brought to life by the comedy genius, John Candy. Turning Jamaican Sprinters into Winter Olympic bobsledders was no easy task, and along the way they had to figure out how to be "Jamaican" in a sport of Northern Europeans and North Americans. God has made you just who you are so honor that and be true yourself...and others!
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
2M ago
This week we take a look at what does it really take to put one's own ego aside and work together? In this comedic romp about an all male pairs figure skating duo, beyond the laughs are two people trying to put their own professional egos aside in order to raise up the other individual. How and where can we do this in our own lives?
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
2M ago
In this episode we visit with a family whose father has passed, they have gathered for the the time of mourning, and all of their trials and tribulations coming flowing out. We will explore the themes of Love, Family, and Forgiveness and how the Christian Church is uniquely positioned to address these challenges in the world today.
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
3M ago
Join us for a fun ride (again) on the Bullet Train as we explore circumstances, fate, friendships, and family. This was truly one of our surprisingly fun podcasts of season 5!
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Christ, Culture, and Cinema
3M ago
This week we look back to season 5 when Michael and I entered the "Multiverse" with MCU - the challenges of arrogance, brilliance, humility abound in this classic super-hero movie!
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