Patricia Heaton and Dave Hunt Inject Some ‘The Middle’ Flavor Into New Comedy Film ‘Unexpected’

Last updated on: February 22, 2023 at 1:18 pm By DeWayne Hamby

In the new offbeat comedy, “Unexpected,” now available on video on demand, Joseph Mazzello (“Jurassic Park,” “Bohemian Rhapsody”) and Anna Camp (“Pitch Perfect,” “5,000 Blankets”) star as young married couple Bob and Amy trying unsuccessfully to start a family and navigating their own quirks and weaknesses. The feature was directed by Dave Hunt (“The Bituminous Coal Queens of Pennsylvania,” “24”) and produced along with his Emmy Award-winning wife Patricia Heaton (“Everybody Loves Raymond,” “The Middle”). Though the film centers on... Read more

‘Jesus Revolution,’ ‘He Gets Us,’ and New Revivals: DeVon Franklin on How the Radical Love of Christ Draws People In

Last updated on: February 14, 2024 at 9:31 am By DeWayne Hamby

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Author and producer DeVon Franklin, known for faith-based films such as “Breakthrough,” “Miracles from Heaven” and the upcoming “Flamin’ Hot,” was persuaded to step out of his comfort zone and in front of the camera for the latest Kingdom Story Studios release, “Jesus Revolution,” releasing Feb. 22. Franklin plays Josiah, a “Time” magazine reporter assigned to cover the growing Jesus Movement, leading to the cover story that inspired the film. In this exclusive interview, Franklin speaks about disappearing into his... Read more

Roma Downey Talks New Book ‘Be an Angel’ and Upcoming Film ‘On a Wing and a Prayer’

Last updated on: February 20, 2023 at 3:23 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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New York Times Bestselling author Roma Downey will release her newest book, “Be an Angel: Devotions to Inspire and Encourage Love and Light Along the Way” on Feb. 21. Known to millions for her Emmy-nominated role as Monica the Angel on the classic television series “Touched by an Angel” as well as an accomplished producer for inspirational content such as “The Bible,” “A.D: The Bible Continues,” “Son of God,” and “Resurrection,” Downey uses scriptures and personal stories to encourage kindness... Read more

‘It’s So Good, It’s a Shame the Amish Will Never See It,’ Chonda Pierce on ‘The Confession Musical’

Last updated on: February 18, 2023 at 12:25 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Chonda Pierce, who made history as the bestselling female comedian by the RIAA, returns to her musical theater roots in “The Confession Musical,” a movie premiering Monday, Feb. 20, through Fathom Events. The performance was filmed live before an audience and will include an intermission and Q&A with Pierce and co-star John Schneider. “Long before anybody knew who Chonda Pierce was, Chonda Courtney, the college kid, was a theater arts major, and was in a lot of musicals and plays,”... Read more

The Real Pastor of New ‘Jesus Revolution’ Film on the Seventies Movement and Modern Revivals

Last updated on: February 18, 2023 at 2:06 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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As the new film “Jesus Revolution” rolls out in theaters across the country, the film’s real-life subject Greg Laurie, an eyewitness to the birth of the Jesus Movement of the Seventies, is drawing parallels to current reports of revivals popping up across the country. When asked at the film’s premiere, “What’s going on?” with revival reports, and even the “He Gets Us” Super Bowl commercials, Laurie responded, “Jesus is going on!” “In our day, all of a sudden, there are... Read more

Watch: The Past Resurfaces to Confront Adonis in New ‘Creed III’ Trailer

Last updated on: February 17, 2023 at 7:28 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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MGM has released the final trailer for “Creed III,” the latest in the series starring Michael B. Jordan. Launched as a spinoff of the Rocky franchise with Adonis, the son of Apollo Creed, the new trilogy has stood on its own, earning accolades from critics and audiences, as a modern reworking of an underdog boxing drama. Jordan himself steps behind the camera this time, making his directorial debut, in a story about Adonis reuniting with a childhood friend who wants... Read more

Biopic ‘Big George Foreman’ Tells Story of Heavyweight Boxing Champion and Christian Minister

Last updated on: February 15, 2023 at 12:47 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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The dramatic true story of heavyweight boxing champion, entrepreneur and minister ‘Big George Foreman’ will release to the world on April 28 from Sony Pictures/AFFIRM Films. Directed by George Tillman Jr. and starring Khris Davis, the story centers on Foreman’s rise to international acclaim as a boxer, Olympic gold medalist and savvy businessman and his path to faith and ministry. During the summer, the studio invited guests to the set to visit with the cast and crew as well as... Read more

‘Yellowstone’ Actor Neal McDonough Talks New Film ‘Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist’ and Faithfulness of God

Last updated on: January 25, 2023 at 12:05 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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The Antichrist ascends to power in the latest installment of the popular book and movie series, “Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist,” releasing this week through Fathom Events and Cloud Ten Creative. Directed by and starring Kevin Sorbo (“God’s Not Dead,” “Soul Surfer”), the film finds individuals and society grappling with the aftermath of the Rapture. Neal McDonough (“Minority Report,” “Captain America: The First Avenger,” “Arrow”) portrays Jonathon Stonagal, who assists the up-and-coming Nicolae Carpathia (Bailey Chase) rise to power.... Read more

Zach Williams Set to Debut New Songs During This Weekend’s Rock the Universe at Universal Orlando

Last updated on: January 25, 2023 at 1:16 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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This weekend, GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Zach Williams will headline the 25th Rock the Universe Christian music festival at Universal Orlando. Williams is among a large group of popular artists and groups performing, including Skillet, Bethel Music, Tauren Wells, Matthew West, CAIN, and Dante Bowe. Embarking on his “A Hundred Highways” tour in March to support his new album, Williams is excited to debut five new songs from the record on Saturday night, along with a larger band. “We’re going to... Read more

C.S. Lewis’ Beloved Novel ‘A Horse and His Boy’ Debuts as Elaborate Play at Museum of the Bible

Last updated on: January 20, 2023 at 12:38 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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A beloved C.S. Lewis classic, “The Horse and His Boy,” makes its debut on the World Stage Theater at the Museum of the Bible this weekend. The story, based on Lewis’ fifth “Chronicles of Naria” book, introduces audiences to Shasta, portrayed by Brinton Stanton, and his talking horse, Bree, brought to life by a group of skilled puppeteers. The captivating production, brought to the theater by the Logos Theater with the C.S. Lewis Company limited, utilizes a variety of puppets,... Read more