INTO THE SPOTLIGHT
Director Thaddeus D. Matula‘s documentary, Into the Spotlight, follows a theatre troupe composed, primarily, of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Each…
SXSW Reviews: FIRE OF LOVE and CLEAN
My participation at SXSW22 has once again been online only. Prepping for a move to Mississippi and to teach a course the week…
“Reel Religion:” The Bible, Movies, and the Blackfriar Gallery Poster Collection
Richard and I recently appeared on the Wise Habits discussion series to talk about our late advisor and mentor Michael Morris’ biblical movie…
A Conversation About SKIN: A HISTORY OF NUDITY IN THE MOVIES
Skin: A History of Nudity in the Movies explores the history of nudity in film, beginning with the silent movie era through present…
At SXSW18: HEAVY TRIP
From the outside, the death metal scene can seem pretty intimidating. Full of the dour and dejected, decked out in shirts depicting horrific…
Coming Soon—POPE FRANCIS: A MAN OF HIS WORD
We’re taking a small break from SXSW to share an exciting announcement. Wim Wenders, a legend in the realm of film and faith/spirituality,…
“mother!” Have Mercy!
I can’t recall ever being so frustrated by a film in my life. Part of me actively hates mother! – despises it for…
Rooney Mara on the Set of Mary Magdalene
Looking forward to the Rooney Mara/Joaquin Phoenix film Mary Magdalene. Here’s a picture from the set. All I can say is if the Romans…
