Crosswalk Culture Update

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  Sap, Story Problems Drag Little Boy Down from Lofty Aspirations The spiritual themes, family-friendly content, handsome visuals and talented cast probably sound like a dream cinematic experience. But the story really suffers. Christa Banister Aug 18, 2015
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  5 Comfort Movies for When You Feel Down We all find ourselves in difficult circumstances from time to time, and it’s nice to have a certain movie that can help us smile when we do. Ryan Duncan Aug 17, 2015
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  The Man from U.N.C.L.E. is Just the T.I.C.K.E.T. As the opening scene unfolds, you sit back, nod your head, and realize you're in for a crisp, clean spy-thriller, with just the right amount of laughs and tender moments. Debbie Holloway Aug 14, 2015
• Lukewarm Hot Pursuit Doesn't Feel Worthy of Witherspoon's Talents Both female leads are more caricatures than characters, drawn in broad strokes with exaggerated features. But then, so is everyone else in the movie. Susan Ellingburg Aug 11, 2015
• Have We Given Up on Biblical Craftsmanship? Lately, I’ve wondered if Christians have given up on the idea of Biblical craftsmanship, especially when it comes to movies. Ryan Duncan Aug 11, 2015
• Fantastic Four Written by a Not-So-Fantastic Three The film is surprisingly dull, achingly slow for a 100-minute run time, and suffers from conspicuous lack of humor. Pretty much the opposite of what you think when you hear "Marvel superhero summer movie." Susan Ellingburg Aug 07, 2015
• In Defense of Christian Cinema: A Review of Do You Believe? It's predictable, too-tidy, and formulaic. But guess what? This Christian film executes said formula well while going beyond its message. Christian Hamaker Aug 04, 2015
• 17 Books to Read for the Rest of the Summer Summer's not over! You still have some time for some great summer reading, and my Colson Center colleagues have some great recommendations. John Stonestreet Aug 03, 2015
• Best Mission Yet is One You Should Choose to Accept It's so nice when a series gets better instead of worse. This installment is funny, fast-paced, clever, packed with amazing stunts and heart-pounding moments. Susan Ellingburg Jul 31, 2015
• Citizens Sets The Standard Ed Cardinal Jul 29, 2015
• Sparks Adaptation The Longest Ride Works for Both 'Rom' and 'Com' A sweetheart of a movie that may not break new ground but is almost certain to please its target audience. It's a girls'-night-out film that some guys may enjoy, too. Susan Ellingburg Jul 28, 2015
• Hillsong Movie Director Says He is Not a Christian but Praises Band's Mission The widely anticipated documentary based on the Christian worship band Hillsong United is expected to hit theaters this September. Carrie Dedrick Jul 27, 2015