The Cast and Creators of ‘The Proud Family’ Reboot Discuss Loving Your Neighbor, Christian Influences on New Show

Last updated on: February 23, 2022 at 9:04 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Nearly twenty years after its initial run, the Disney animated series “The Proud Family,” which originally ran on The Disney Channel, returns with an all-new Disney+ show, “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.” The revival, created by Bruce W. Smith and Ralph Farquhar, features the original characters Dijonay, LaCienega, Zoey, and Michael, along with newcomers Maya and KG and places the action squarely in the 2020s. Executive producer Farquhar, along with Alisa Reyes (“LaCienega Boulavarde”) and Paula J. Parker (“Trudy... Read more

Trailer: Popular Children Series ‘The Bad Guys’ Races to the Big Screen with Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron

Last updated on: February 23, 2022 at 3:38 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Dreamworks Animation has released a new trailer for its upcoming big-screen adaptation of the New York Times bestselling children’s book series “The Bad Guys,” arriving in theaters on April 22. The film features Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos, and Awkafina as four animal criminals who turn over a new leaf to become model citizens. The trailer shows the film’s distinctive animation style, like a comic book come to life, somewhat reminiscent of the blockbuster “Spider-Man: Into the... Read more

The Isaacs Recognized for Interactive, Pandemic-Inspired ‘Songs for the Times’

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

In April, three-time GRAMMY-nominated group The Issacs may bring home its first award for “Roots Gospel Album” for “Songs for the Times.” The release earned the Gospel Music Hall of Famers and new inductees to the Grand Ole Opry the “Bluegrass/Roots/Country Album of the Year” at October’s Annual GMA Dove Awards. “Songs for the Times” has a relevant tone, being born out of a tense time being forced off the road during the Covid-19 shutdown. According to group founder and... Read more

Kelsey Grammer, Jonathan Roumie of ‘The Chosen’ Join Cast of 70’s Religious Drama ‘Jesus Revolution’

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

Kingdom Story Company and Lionsgate announced on Friday that Kelsey Grammer, Anna Grace Barlow, Jonathan Roumie, and more have joined the cast of Jesus Revolution, a film inspired by the true story of a national spiritual awakening in the early 1970s and its origins within a community of teenage hippies in Southern California. Grammer (“Frasier”) will star alongside Joel Courtney (“Super 8”), previously announced, as well as newly joining cast members Anna Grace Barlow (“The Big Leap”), Jonathan Roumie (“The... Read more

Watch: First ‘Elvis’ Trailer Features Tom Hanks and Legendary Singer’s Spiritual Roots

Last updated on: February 17, 2022 at 3:29 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Warner Brothers released the first trailer for director Baz Luhrmann’s musical drama “Elvis,” starring Austin Butler and Oscar winner Tom Hanks. The film, releasing in theaters on June 24, is an authoritative biopic of the legendary rock and roll singer who was called “The King of Rock and Roll.” In the new trailer, the relationship between Presley and his longtime manager Colonel Tom Parker takes center stage, with Parker saying “There are some who would make me out to be... Read more

Channing Tatum and Reid Carolin on Man’s Best Friends and Their New Film ‘Dog’

Last updated on: August 27, 2022 at 12:47 pm By DeWayne Hamby

In the new MGM release, “Dog,” starring and co-directed by Channing Tatum, a military veteran finds purpose and an unlikely friendship with Lulu, a feisty Belgian Malinois Army Ranger. After initial complications and frustrations, the two slowly begin to adjust and endear themselves to each other, discovering a sense of belonging. The story, written by co-director Reid Carolin and Brett Rodriguez, borrowed inspiration and even the name from Tatum’s beloved pit bull Catahoula mix, who passed in 2018. “In real... Read more

‘Welcome to Earth’ Producer Jane Root Talks Will Smith’s Adventures and Releasing ‘The Office’

Last updated on: January 26, 2022 at 2:00 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Recently, National Geographic unveiled the adventurous new docuseries “Welcome to Earth,” featuring two-time Academy Award® nominee Will Smith. In each of the episodes, Smith encounters the beauty and challenges of the planet’s most memorable sites, including erupting volcanoes, sprawling deserts, and exotic animal encounters. The series, produced by Jane Root’s Nutopia, Protozoa Pictures, and Westbrooke Studios and executive produced by Darren Aronofsky (“Black Swan,” “Requiem for a Dream”), was birthed out of the previous series “One Strange Rock,” narrated by... Read more

Kevin James, Taylor Lautner Talk Family Comedy ‘Home Team,’ Inspiration Behind Sean Payton Story

Last updated on: January 25, 2022 at 8:43 pm By DeWayne Hamby

In the new family film “Home Team,” arriving on Netflix Friday, a Super Bowl-winning NFL coach returns home after a year suspension and reconnects with his son while helping coach his football team. The Happy Madison production, based on the true story of New Orleans Saints’ Sean Payton, stars Kevin James (“The King of Queens,” “Paul Blart: Mall Cop”) and Taylor Lautner (“Twilight,” “Abduction”), along with Rob Schneider, Jackie Sandler, Gary Valentine, Tait Blum, and more. Popular actors James and... Read more

‘Redeeming Love’ Opens as Top New Film in its Debut Weekend, #4 Overall

Last updated on: January 24, 2022 at 9:56 pm By DeWayne Hamby

The producers of “Redeeming Love” are crediting strong word of mouth for the film’s $3.7 million opening, which secured its slot as the number one new film of the weekend. It ranked as number four on the weekend chart, trailing “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Scream,” and “Sing 2” and besting “The King’s Man” and “The 355.” Audiences gave the adaptation of the classic Francine Rivers novel a 98% positive audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Exit polls Comscore and Screen Engine... Read more

‘Redeeming Love’ Author Francine Rivers on New Film’s Message: ‘There is a God and He loves You. ‘

Last updated on: January 20, 2022 at 8:40 pm By DeWayne Hamby

With more than 3 million copies sold in 30 languages, Francine Rivers’ “Redeeming Love” is one of the most successful Christian fiction titles in modern publishing. The story, a parallel of the biblical story of Hosea and his wife Gomer, has garnered thousands of fans since its original publication in 1991. This weekend, the film adaptation, headed by director D.J. Caruso (“I Am Number Four,” “Disturbia”) producer Cindy Bond, and executive producer Roma Downey, will introduce the story to an... Read more