Se7en (1995) is a very dark film—a haunting story about two detectives hunting a killer whose crimes mirror the seven deadly sins. While it’s not a movie I’d recommend for everyone, it forces a sobering reflection: are we really that different from the evil we condemn?

I usually engage with films based on three categories: craft, content, and impact, and unfortunately, it scored poorly in all three for Megan and me. Neither the quality of the film nor the storytelling stood out. The worldview felt very much like something from Quentin Tarantino—fueled by revenge and hatred.

Now here is a tender and insightful film, a straightforward redemption story about new beginnings.

What stood out to me most vividly is the world Villeneuve has created. With great irony, he has beautifully captured the ugliness of this world. It is a character in itself, and a leading one.

The Fantastic 4: First Steps is actually fantastic. Here's why . . .

And I’m ready to say it: Sketch (2024) is one of the most imaginative and creative films I’ve seen in a long time. It is a gem in a heap of mindless children’s programming.

I waited patiently for this film to come to theaters. You see, Top Gun: Maverick is one of my favorite action films, and Joseph Kosinski is the same director. 

School is out. Summer is here. Here are five movies made for summer! I’d love to hear what your favorites are.

At one level, Warrior (2011) is the story of two MMA (mixed martial arts) fighters competing in a tournament called Sparta. The winner of the event takes home 5 million dollars.

Mission: Impossible—Dead Reckoning Part One (2023), not only met our high expectations but offered something that action films rarely do: thoughtful and affirming engagement with the Christian faith.