Pauline Media Studies

Film & TV Reviews

Examined through diverse lenses – human, artistic, religious

Francesco – Human Dignity Above All Else

Award-winning documentarian Evgeny Afineevsky (“Cries from Syria”) issues a call for action with his film “Francesco” (Discovery+). The unspoken...

A Week Away – “High School Musical” Meets Christianity

It’s rare these days to find a teen movie that actually shows young people trying to live a moral...

Resurrection – Reflecting on the Drama of Our Redemption

As in every attempt to portray an aspect of Jesus’ life and message artistically, one encounters challenges to the...

Yes Day – Family Life Needs Fun to Grow

Anyone who has/had parents or is a parent (yep, that’s everyone!) will be able to relate in some way...

Minari – One Family’s Perseverance of an American Dream

The pastoral lushness of the cinematography and the simplicity of the story veils so much depth of humanity about...

The House that Rob Built – One man’s belief in the power of sports to transform community

The purpose of college competitive sports is not only to win and bring recognition to the school, but to...

Minari – Foundational Importance of Family

“Minari” (with limited theatrical release on February 12th and on demand February 26th) explores the quintessential American dream from...

Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman make “Ma Rainey’s” one of 2020’s best films

“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is one of the most talked about movies this year. The film, which premiered on...

The Social Dilemma – Media Mindfulness now more than ever

There is much internet buzz about Netflix’s The Social Dilemma ever since it was released early September 2020. Jeff...

Hillbilly Elegy – Healing Across Generations

Each of us has a history. We are a combination of the time, place and family to which we...

Voices of Fire – Music that transforms the soul

Are you looking for a jolt of hope during this season? In a time that may include challenges, loneliness...

Fisherman’s Friends – Authenticity Attracts

Inspirational success stories often come from the most unexpected places and the story of “Fisherman’s Friends,” is no exception....