Listen: Hillary Scott of Lady A Joins for KING & COUNTRY for New Version of “For God Is With Us”

July 15, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

GRAMMY-Award-winning duo for KING & COUNTRY has released a new version of the #1 hit single, “For God Is With Us” featuring Hillary Scott, lead singer of the multi-Platinum band Lady-A. The song, written by Joel and Luke Smallbone, Jordan Reynolds, and Josh Kerr, was released today on digital platforms. The Smallbone brothers, who have collaborated with Dolly Parton, Tori Kelley, and Kirk Franklin, among others, expressed their excitement at the chance to work with Scott. “Both living in Nashville,... Read more

An Unlikely Hero Teaches a Village Acceptance in the New Animated Romp ‘Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank’

July 13, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

In the new family animated comedy “Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank,” a dog is sent to save a town of cats from being decimated by an evil warlord. Michael Cera stars as Hank, a self-doubting canine trying to find his way as a hero, encountering resistance from dog-hating felines. Ricky Gervais, Mel Brooks, George Takei, Aasif Mandvi, and Samuel L. Jackson also star. Director Rob Minkoff says the film centers on a universal theme of acceptance, love, and... Read more

Vera Herbert Draws from Her Own Life for Emotional New Drama ‘Don’t Make Me Go’

July 13, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

Arriving on Amazon Prime Video this week, “Don’t Make Me Go,” starring John Cho (“Star Trek”) and Mia Isaac is a father-daughter forced road trip film. When single father Max (Cho) discovers his terminal disease, he uses what little time he has left to spend with his teenager daughter Wally, going from California to New Orleans. Along the way, the two argue and form an everlasting bond. Although the film isn’t autobiographical, screenwriter Vera Herbert (“This Is Us”) drew upon... Read more

New Music Doc ‘Stay Prayed Up’ is a Tribute to the Soulful Gospel of Lena Mae Perry and The Branchettes

July 5, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

The traditional gospel music of Lena Mae Perry (“Mother Perry”) and her group The Branchettes is the subject of the new music documentary “Stay Prayed Up,” available today on digital platforms. Spanning a ministry of 50 years and tracing the group’s early days to a new live recording, the film showcases the power of faith and gospel music. Perry’s group packed churches throughout the South and their music made its way across the globe. “We believe Stay Prayed Up offers... Read more

Larry Wilmore Brings Warm Comic Wit to Feel-Good Story of Kindness ‘Jerry and Marge Go Large’

July 2, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

In the new Paramount+ film “Jerry and Marge Go Large,” Bryan Cranston and Annette Bening play real-life marrJerry and Marge Selbee who discover a loophole in the Massachusetts lottery and use that knowledge to score big for themselves and their small Michigan town. Comedian Larry Wilmore, who rose to prominence on “The Daily Show” before going on to create “The Bernie Mac Show” and executive produce “Blackish,” plays Steve, the Selbee’s longsuffering and slightly jealous accountant. Steve provides rational thought,... Read more

Bryan Cranston, Annette Bening on ‘Beautiful, Sweet’ True Story of ‘Jerry and Marge Go Large’

July 2, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

Prolific, iconic actors Bryan Cranston (“Breaking Bad,” “The Upside”) and Annette Bening (“American Beauty,” “Being Julia”) team up for the heartwarming true story “Jerry and Marge Go Large,” streaming on Paramont+. The film follows the true story of Jerry and Marge Selbee, who discover a mathematical loophole in the Massachusetts lottery and use it to help themselves and their small Michigan town. As Jerry, Cranston languishes momentarily in retirement mode until his mind unlocks the secret that begins his financial... Read more

Zachary Levi Teases ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods,’ Talks DC and Marvel Film Differences, Similarities

July 1, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

In his new book “Radical Love,” “Shazam!” star Zachary Levi reveals his mental health struggles, recovery, and healing through forgiveness and faith. Part self-help and part memoir, the book also provides a backstory of him being cast as the lead of the blockbuster 2019 superhero film (spoiler alert: he initially turned down the audition). Following the success of the David F. Sandberg film, the Shazam family will return on Dec. 21 for “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” starring Levi with... Read more

How ‘Radical Love’ and Forgiveness of Jesus Saved the Life of Popular Actor Zachary Levi

July 1, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

Zachary Levi, known for his starring roles in “Shazam,” “American Underdog” and the television series “Chuck,” pulls back the curtain on his mental health journey in the bravely honest book “Radical Love,” which was released this week from Harper Horizon. Along with paralyzing depression that followed him even during his Hollywood breakthrough, he reveals the childhood trauma he overcome by embracing “radical love” through Jesus Christ. That love, Levi says, demonstrates itself through forgiveness and acceptance, even those who seem... Read more

First Look: Ron Howard’s ‘Thirteen Lives’ Tells True Story of Heroism, Determination, and Spirituality

June 28, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

Today, MGM released the first trailer and poster for its upcoming survival story “Thirteen Lives,” directed by Academy Award-winner Ron Howard, and starring Viggo Mortensen, Colin Farrell, and Joel Edgerton. The film, opening in theaters on July 29 before landing on Amazon Prime Video on August 5, recounts the harrowing true story of the Thai soccer team trapped in Tham Luang Nang Non cave during a rain storm. The trailer gives a tease of the intensity of the rescue along with the... Read more

First Look: Kindness Returns in ‘White Bird: a Wonder Story’ with Helen Mirren, Gillian Anderson

June 23, 2022 By DeWayne Hamby

Lionsgate released the trailer and images for its upcoming film, “White Bird: A Wonder Story,” from the bestselling author of the book and 2017 film “Wonder,” R.J. Palacio. The film stars Ariella Glaser, Orlando Schwerdt, Bryce Gheisar, with Gillian Anderson, and Helen Mirren and picks up after Julian (Gheisar) was expelled from bullying Auggie (Jacob Tremblay). His grandmother (Mirren) then relates her own story of struggle, courage, and acceptance. The trailer ties into the 2017 film, featuring scenes and focusing... Read more