ARTICLES
"A Christmas Carol”: 10 Notable Versions of Dickens’s Holiday Classic
Here are 10 notable versions of Dickens's "A Christmas Carol," discussed (as Mr. Scrooge might have it) in terms of assets and liabilities—and rated out of 5 British shillings.
10 Festive Ways to Enjoy “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens
Nearly 180 years later, “A Christmas Carol” shows no sign of losing its perennial popularity, with countless new versions and tributes emerging every year. For fans of Dickens, Scrooge, and Tiny Tim, here are 10 festive ways to enjoy this Yuletide favorite!
10 Coming-of-Age Movies for Graduates and Prospective Freshmen
In this summer of ’21—the age of maturity in many minds—as high school and college grads step toward adulthood, Beautiful Christian Life presents a slate of worthy films about growing up.
The Love of Money vs. “Godliness with Contentment”: 10 Movies about Wealth and Greed
The Bible offers dozens of passages on money, greed, and the proper attitude toward wealth. Here are 10 worthy films about riches, poverty, and avarice, with an appropriate text from Scripture to go with each one.
10 More Under-the-Radar Picks for Christian Movie Lovers
Back in August, I recommended 12 under-the-radar movies for readers of Beautiful Christian Life. Since we’re still mostly stuck inside these days, here are 10 more picks from my recent book on under-the-radar titles, The Best Movies You Never Saw. While only a few are overtly Christ-centered, they all embrace a biblical message, providing much to think about for viewers working to live out their faith in a secular age.
6 Christian Themes to Look For in the 2017 Wonder Woman Movie
The film “Wonder Woman” clearly resonates with audiences for a variety of reasons, including a strong female heroine who is kind, compassionate, and tough. Interestingly, it also includes quite a few Christian parallels. Here are six biblical themes to look for in the 2017 superheroine flick.
A Dozen Under-the-Radar Movies for Decent Christian Viewing
Here are a dozen films from that volume specifically chosen for Christian viewers. While only a few of these are “faith-based” or overtly Christ-centered, they all rest on a solid moral framework, providing much to think about as we work to live biblically in a secular age.
The Fundamental Things Apply: Reflecting on Casablanca as Time Goes By
Here's some fun and interesting trivia about the classic wartime romance “Casablanca” starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman.
14 for the 14th: Romantic Movies for Valentine’s Day
Looking for a Valentine's Day movie to watch with your sweetie? Here are 14 suggestions for February 14th—with an emphasis on romantic comedies.