First Look: New Disney+ Limited Series ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Features Return of Star Wars Icons

Last updated on: March 9, 2022 at 4:10 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Today, Disney unveiled the high-anticipated first trailer for its upcoming Disney+ series “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” featuring Ewan McGregor. The actor, who appeared in the Star Wars prequels “The Phantom Menace,” “Attack of the Clones” and “Revenge of the Sith,” is joined by Hayden Christiansen as Darth Vader. Additional cast includes Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell, and Benny Safdie. In the preview, Kenobi is reeling from the outcome... Read more

Director Chris White Celebrates ’80’s Christian Culture with ‘Electric Jesus’ Starring Brian Baumgartner

Last updated on: August 27, 2022 at 12:50 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Church youth group alumni and Christian music fans will find plenty to relate to in the new film “Electric Jesus.” The comedy, centering on a Christian rock band humorously navigates the road to fame, was written and directed by Chris White and stars Brian Baumgartner (“The Office”) and Judd Nelson (“The Breakfast Club”). Although Baumgartner is featured as the flashy promoter Skip, sound man Erik (Andrew Eakle) is the central figure and narrator for the coming-of-age story, may seem like... Read more

Kirk Franklin, DeVon Franklin Join Kanye West ‘Jeen-Yuhs’ Creators for Conversation on Faith

Last updated on: August 27, 2022 at 12:49 pm By DeWayne Hamby

DeVon Franklin (“Miracles From Heaven,” “Breakthrough”) joined GRAMMY Award-winning gospel artist Kirk Franklin and Pastor Michael Todd for a discussion of the new Netflix series “Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye West Trilogy” with the filmmakers. Directors Coodie and Chike and writer J. Ivy discussed the role faith played throughout their careers as well as how it motivated the 20-year journey of the series. The evening was moderated by DeVon Franklin, with Kirk Franklin and Pastor Todd participating in the discussion on the... Read more

Mark Wahlberg To Release His ‘Passion Project’ on the Faith and Legacy of ‘Father Stu’

Last updated on: August 27, 2022 at 12:51 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Sony has released a new look at “Father Stu,” the long-awaited “passion project” of Mark Wahlberg (“The Departed,” “Planet of the Apes”) which centers on the life of boxer-turned-priest Stuart Long. The film, releasing April 13, features Academy Award Winner® Mel Gibson (“Braveheart,” “Lethal Weapon”), Jacki Weaver (“Silver Linings Playbook”), and Teresa Ruiz (“Narcos”). In the new preview, the Academy Award-nominated actor talks about why the story is so dear to him. “He felt like he was touched by God,... Read more

DC Comics Infinite Offers Deep Discount Leading Up to Release of ‘The Batman’

Last updated on: February 28, 2022 at 8:58 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Leading up to the release of the Warner Brothers film “The Batman,’ DC Comics is offering its DC Universe Infinite digital comics reader and fan destination for 50% off its annual price. For a limited time, new and returning subscribers can take advantage of the discount to read more than 25,000 comics on iOS, Android, and Web devices for $37.49 plus tax for the first year. All new and returning subscribers in the U.S. can enter promo code FLASHSALE31 beginning... Read more

In Matt Reeve’s Spectacular ‘The Batman,’ a Hero Finds a Force Stronger Than Fear

Last updated on: February 28, 2022 at 1:36 pm By DeWayne Hamby

From his first appearance, the Batman, shrouded in a black cape and moving through the shadows, was intended to provoke fear in the hearts of criminals. Although he’s had a few detours along the way (dancing the Bat-Tusi, donning brightly colored costumes), his source material and film reboots frequently reset him as the “Dark Knight Detective.” In the newest version releasing Friday under the direction of Matt Reeves (“Planet of the Apes” franchise), Robert Pattison dons the cape with the... Read more

‘American Underdog’ Actor Ser’Darius Blaine Explains Prophetic Nature of His Name

Last updated on: August 27, 2022 at 12:52 pm By DeWayne Hamby

As Mike Hudnutt, Kurt Warner’s teammate in the inspirational sports drama “American Underdog” starring Zachary Levi and Anna Paquin, Ser’Darius Blain is the MVP and Hall of Famer’s sounding board and friend. Known for roles in “Jumanji,” “When the Game Stands Tall” and “The Big Leap,” Blain plays an “amalgamation” of true characters who shaped Warner’s destiny, along with his family and faith. In this exclusive interview, Blain talks about the origin and spiritual meaning behind his unique name, what... Read more

Confronting Division with Love, Unity, Lynda Randle Releases New Music, TV Projects

Last updated on: August 27, 2022 at 12:53 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Lynda Randle is presenting a glimpse into her heart with her new passion project, “Pilgrim Journey,” which was released last week. The album, produced by Dove Award-winning artist and songwriter Cindy Morgan, was something the Gaither Music artist had been wanting to do for a while but was fueled by the pandemic. Alone during the shutdown, Randle confessed her heart became so heavy, and not necessarily about the virus. “I’d done a lot of weeping and crying during the pandemic,... Read more

Lee Strobel Documentary ‘The Case For Heaven’ Eyes the Eternal Question – What Happens After Death?

Last updated on: February 23, 2022 at 11:24 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Sandoval Studios and K-LOVE Films announce the debut of the new documentary “The Case for Heaven,” coming to theaters this April for three nights only. Based on the book published by Zondervan Books and written by New York Times best-selling author Lee Strobel, the documentary answers the questions of what awaits us after death, the evidence for Heaven and Hell, and what really happens in Near-Death Experiences. Fathom Events and Sandoval Studios have partnered to present this unique event... Read more