Finding Noah – A Documentary about Discovery

Finley Walker
11 Nov 2015
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The documentary, “Finding Noah: An Adventure of Faith” aired as a special event in theaters in October. You may be thinking, “You know what (in an English accent), documentaries are just not my cup of tea.” To which I would say, “Hey friend, this isn’t your local café; this is the film review section! Besides, don’t think about it as tea; think about it as that nice, refreshing chocolate beverage from your childhood that you forgot you liked, so you decided to buy a whole case of it.” My point is, sometimes documentaries have this uncanny ability to unlock the […]

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Producer Kevin Downes Shares His Passion for Faith & Film

Finley Walker
6 Oct 2015
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  California native, Kevin Downes (“Moms’ Night Out,” “Courageous,” “Like Dandelion Dust”) has over 16 years’ experience as an actor, writer, producer, and director. Most recently, Kevin co-wrote and starred in “Faith of Our Fathers” as lead protagonist John Paul. In his upcoming project, “Woodlawn,” which is scheduled to release in October, Kevin will play the role of a reporter. A man with many hats to wear, Kevin is also a loving husband and father, so it goes without saying that he is a busy guy. Nonetheless, Kevin was kind enough to take a few moments and chat with Good […]

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Not A Typical Faith-based Film, “Captive” Delivers Message of Hope

Finley Walker
17 Sep 2015
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Remember that shocking news story a decade ago? On March 11, 2005, Brian Nichols, faced with charges of assault and rape, escaped from the Fulton County Courthouse in Atlanta, Georgia. Brian brutally attacked his transporting officer, taking her gun and radio, and began a rampage that ended in the death of a judge, a court reporter, a police sergeant and a federal agent. Desperate and on the run, Brian took hostage Ashley Smith, a recovering drug addict. Ashley would finally be freed over seven hours later, but it was what happened during her captivity that made for a truly miraculous story […]

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“War Room” A Call For Christians To Pray

Finley Walker
4 Sep 2015
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From the creators of “Facing the Giants,” “Fireproof” and“Courageous” comes “War Room,” the newest film in the line of productions by the Kendrick Brothers. The story begins with sagacious narration by Miss Clara (Karen Abercrombie), which  sets  up the entire premise and tone of the movie — that every battle needs a  strategy, and victories do not come by accident. We are then introduced to Tony (T.C. Stallings) and Elizabeth (Priscilla Shirer) Jordan, the poster family for the American dream, or so it seems. Despite great jobs, fancy cars, a dream house and a beautiful daughter, the Jordan family is […]

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A.D. is Continuing God’s Story

Finley Walker
1 Apr 2015
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Back in 2013, millions tuned in to watch “The Bible” miniseries. And now the story continues! “From executive producers Roma Downey (“The Bible”) and Mark Burnett (“The Bible,” “The Voice”) comes an uplifting spiritual journey through the later chapters of biblical history. “A.D. The Bible Continues” picks up where the smash hit miniseries “The Bible” left off, continuing the greatest story ever told and exploring the exciting and inspiring events that followed the Crucifixion of Christ” (nbc.com/ad-the-bible-continues). The life, death, and resurrection of Christ are most the crucial events of all human history. They radically shifted everything and continue to […]

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“Old Fashioned” is a Heart-warming Romance for the Ages

Finley Walker
2 Mar 2015
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Going in to see this film with my wife, I was not sure what to expect. The trailers looked hopeful, but what kind of title is “Old Fashioned”? Then, as the reel began to roll, my doubts were soon replaced with captivation. Indeed, “Old Fashioned” is a much-needed and much-welcomed breath of fresh air in the atmosphere of filmmaking — sacred and secular alike! It is inspirational, artistic and chock-full of beautiful imagery and symbolism. As a believer, there are only a handful of romantic films that I can confess to liking. But this humble independent film breaks cultural expectations […]

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When The Game Stands Tall… Why It’s Not Just About Football

Finley Walker
9 Sep 2014
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Based on the true story of legendary football coach Bob Ladouceur (Jim Caviezel) and the De La Salle High School Spartans, “When the Game Stands Tall” is a film adaptation of the book written by Neil Hayes. Let me start off by saying that this film is actually the best faith-based film I have seen in some time and probably the best sports film I have seen in recent years too. While it has some weaknesses, I believe that “When the Game Stands Tall” accomplishes what it sets out to do — inspire. The game In this Sony-distributed film directed […]

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“Persecuted” Presents an Intriguing Premise But Does Not Deliver

Finley Walker
4 Aug 2014
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One Media and Millennium Entertainment have come together to produce Persecuted, a new Christian film attempting to fuse a drama thriller with a politically engulfed mantra. The movie premiered on July 18 and was written and directed by Daniel Lusko (Epicenter, 2007; Riptide, 2010). The story Evangelist John Luther (James Remar) is the head of an international ministry, but when he refuses to support a legislation that his long-time friend, Senate Majority Leader Donald Harrison (Bruce Davison) is backing, Harrison creates a plan to frame Luther and ruin his reputation. Now Luther is on the run and out to prove […]

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Hurricane Ready!

Finley Walker
3 Jul 2014
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Hurricane season is upon us. Are you prepared? In South Florida many churches stand ready to help with disaster response, but the best response to a hurricane is for each individual to have a plan set in place in advance. When anticipating a hurricane, listen to a weather radio station for critical information from the National Weather Service (NWS). The Red Cross offers the following steps to keep in mind when preparing for a severe storm: Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind (bicycles, lawn furniture, potted plants, etc.). Close your windows, doors and hurricane shutters. […]

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Firewall Centers Mentor At-risk Students

Finley Walker
5 Jun 2014
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“Our nation has a dropout epidemic. About 1.3 million students drop out every year. That’s 7,000 a day! At Firewall, we challenge the statistics and prove that with the right academic help and involvement, these at-risk students can not only survive, but thrive,” according to firewallcenters.org. Firewall Centers operates daily after-school tutoring and mentoring programs for at-risk students that instill and promote holistic success—academic, professional, social, family, and self. This past year, Firewall offered six centers serving almost 250 Broward County students, and next year the non-profit organization looks to open up even more centers. In furthering Firewall’s mission to […]

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