Top Ten Films for Summer
Summer is a great time for families to watch good movies with outdoor scenes, as well as Christian themes worth discussing. Fortunately, there are many worthwhile choices on streaming sites. These movies not only entertain, but they enlighten and edify. They have excellent artistry and content. They provide outstanding discussion starters for families and create interest in being in the great American outdoors. Here are top choices for a range of ages and demographics of excellent movies.
Roma Downey Given Star next to husband Mark Burnett- Hollywood Walk of Fame
Roma Downey, star of TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL and producer of the biblical epics THE BIBLE miniseries, A.D. THE BIBLE CONTINUES and BEN-HUR has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her star in the category of Television is next to that of her husband, Mark Burnett, executive producer of the top-rated TV programs SHARK TANK, THE VOICE and SURVIVOR.
Finding Good Streaming Choices
Streaming technologies are now superseding other forms of delivery of entertainment programming to screens around the world. The five major television networks via cable, satellite technologies are no longer the primary way of receiving good entertainment programs for families. Further, much TV programming, especially on primetime network television, which is of poor quality and content, is not appropriate or good for families. Streaming technologies now deliver most of the best options.
All Creatures Great and Small
PBS and Amazon Prime offer two new seasons of this delightful series. James Herriot’s adventures as a veterinarian in 1930’s Yorkshire are covered in in this seven-part series based on Heriot's beloved books. These episodes are full of humor, compassion and love of life. Heriot is a role model of integrity, hard work, care of animals and their owners. The cinematography and acting is lovely. It is refreshing to enjoy a wholesome comedy and drama without political agenda.
Broad range of artistry, content in "redemptive" , "family" films. Choose wisely.
Today there is a broad range of content, artistry, business/production standards in new emerging "redemptive" and "family" film companies and their products. Some questions to ask about the current projects, track records: 1. What are their business/production standards? 2. Are their products authentic, consistent, artistic with dialects, locations, costumes, props...? 3. Is the cinematography skilled? 4. Is the acting engaging? 5. Is the music captivating? Hold out for the best! Do research.
RACE FOR YOUR LIFE, CHARLIE BROWN
RACE FOR YOUR LIFE, CHARLIE BROWN-When the Peanuts gang goes to summer camp, they participate in a river-raft race against some cheating bullies. This classic movie, along with the other Peanuts movies created by the Schultz Family, presents enduring Christian themes through the stories of the comic antics of The Peanuts characters.
Fully Funded, Inklings Fellowship- Movieguide (R)
This is a wonderful opportunity from Movieguide (R), a program aimed to equip the next generation of Hollywood industry leaders. Selected fellows meet with, and be mentored by, working industry professionals and have since gone on to begin their own careers in this very unique industry. Inklings Fellows receive an unprecedented opportunity to live in Los Angeles, fully funded, for four months while they receive worldview training and mentorship from Hollywood industry leaders.
Blue Bloods
Blue Bloods. eleven seasons, is about a multi-generational family in law enforcement in NYC. The situations are contemporary, complex, gripping; but there is no salacious language and the family struggles to serve in ways that are honorable, legally right, and caring. The acting is outstanding. Frank Reagan is the Police Commissioner and patriarch of the Reagan clan of cops. Frank works to balance running the largest police force in the world and being a good father and grandfather.
The Bible
The Bible is a biographical, dramatic miniseries covering God’s creation through landmark events leading to the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. This outstanding miniseries has good acting, production, and cinematography. It weaves the Biblical accounts together keeping integrity of Scripture with emotional, spiritual depth, and engagement. Some details are left out and some added for dramatic effect. This miniseries brings the Bible to life in all its power and significance.
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