Pauline Media Studies

Film & TV Reviews

Examined through diverse lenses – human, artistic, religious

The Call of the Wild – Finding Our True Home

If you are looking for a wonderful family adventure film, this is one to put on your list. Based...

A Look at the Oscar-Nominated Shorts

In the midst of all the hype that awards season in the entertainment industry creates, short films are often...

Little Women – Embracing Life

When I heard that another film version of “Little Women” was coming out, I wondered how yet another adaptation...

The Last Full Measure – The Gift of One Life

Often we read the passage from the Gospel of John where Jesus tells his disciples at the Last Supper:...

Ford v Ferrari – Art v Profit

A number of years ago I was in Baltimore picking up some produce donations for my community from the...

Just Mercy – Justice and Human Dignity

“Just Mercy” is one of those films that reminds us why some movies are more than just vehicles for...

Spies in Disguise – Creativity in Problem Solving

Having loved the humor of “Men In Black” and being a fan of Tom Holland (even before he was...

1917 – Sheer Determination of Real Heroes

In our culture where superheroes are idolized and the fight between good and evil is forged through light sabers,...

Jojo Rabbit – Getting to Know the Other

When I first saw the trailer of this film I questioned whether it would be an offensive treatment of...

Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker – Be With Me

It may not have been in a galaxy far, far away but it does feel like a long time...

Dark Waters – Suffering for the Good of All

There have been many film stories in the last couple of decades that have brought to public awareness instances...

Frozen II – do the next right thing

Following up on the immensely popular “Frozen” of 2013, Disney presents “Frozen II” again featuring girl power, sister duo...