Movies & Theatre

Emilio Estevez Talks About 'The Way,' Being Released on DVD February 21

By Randy Sly • Catholic Online • 2/7/2012

"The Way" continues to attract national media attention as the powerful film moves toward its Feb. 21 release on DVD. We were able to talk with Emilio Estevez about the film and his thoughts regarding its upcoming release on DVD/Blue Ray. WASHINGTON, DC (Catholic Online) - "The Way," written ...

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

Grace Hill Media • 1/31/2012

The Award-winning talents of film director Lasse Hallstr�m (Chocolat, What's Eating Gilbert Grape) and writer Simon Beaufoy (Slumdog Millionaire) come together to bring us SALMON FISHING IN YEMEN, a touching story starring Ewan McGregor and Emily Blunt. Watch for the upcoming review ...

Movie Review: Film 'Courageous' is a Must-Buy for Christian Families

By Randy Sly • Catholic Online • 1/18/2012

Viewers will once again find themselves laughing, crying, and cheering as they are challenged and inspired by everyday heroes who long to be the kinds of dads that make a lifelong impact on their children. Protecting the streets is second nature to these men. Raising their children in a ...

The overall negative reaction to 'Devil,' stems from what many feel is an unsatisfactory ending, that concludes with an apocalyptic finale followed by an infuriating title card instructing viewers to log on to a Web site.

'Devil Inside' rakes in millions, inspires audiences to boo and hiss at ending

By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM) • Catholic Online • 1/9/2012

While most "found footage" horror films such as "Paranormal Activity" and "The Blair Witch Project" make the majority of their audiences scream with delight, this past weekend's "The Devil Inside" has made audiences boo, hiss and hurl objects at the screen. Despite this, in addition to ...

An Interview with 'War Horse' Star Jeremy Irvine

By Peggy Bowes • Catholic Online • 12/22/2011

I recently screened the film "War Horse" and was impressed with Jeremy's performance. He brings depth to the character of Albert, exuding boyish charm and enthusiasm as well as courage, dignity and honor. I was able to sit down with the 21 year-old actor to talk about the movie and his ...

A Family War Movie? 'War Horse' Delivers!

By Peggy Bowes • Catholic Online • 12/22/2011

Strong performances by a talented cast, both human and equine, keep War Horse from becoming too sappy or sentimental. The battle scenes are magnificent and manage to portray the grim reality of war without gore and graphic violence. Of note is the breathtaking scenery, especially in the early ...

Documentary Film 'The Calling' Keeps Winning Awards and Changing Lives

By Deacon Keith Fournier • Catholic Online • 12/21/2011

In Father Phillips words, responding to a Calling is not only about moving away from something, but about moving toward Some-One. It is in that truth that we find the message of this film, everyone has a Calling! The Second Vatican Council in the Catholic Church reemphasized this teaching. It is ...

Now on DVD: Dolphin Tale is a Heart-felt Story of Hope

By Paula K. Parker • Catholic Online • 12/20/2011

Swimming free, a young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. She is rescued and transported to the Clearwater Marine Hospital, where she is named Winter. But her fight for survival has just begun. The script is refreshingly honest and true-to-life and free of strong ...

The sequel 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' performed far less than the opening of the first installment, 'Sherlock Holmes' two years ago.

'Sherlock Holmes' sequel can't break holiday box office doldrums

By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM) • Catholic Online • 12/19/2011

When is being at the top of the box office not necessarily a good thing? When your sequel - in this case, "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" performs strong, but by far less than your initial installment, back in 2009. "A Game of Shadows" debuted on top with a $40 million weekend, far away from ...

Fiercely independent, he changed American film forever with some rules-breaking features such as 'Easy Rider,' 'Five Easy Pieces' and 'The Last Picture Show.' Movie producer Bert Schneider has died at the age of 78.

Fiercely independent film producer dies

By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM) • Catholic Online • 12/14/2011

Fiercely independent, he changed American film forever with some rules-breaking features such as "Easy Rider," "Five Easy Pieces" and "The Last Picture Show." Movie producer Bert Schneider has died at the age of 78. LOS ANGELES, CA (Catholic Online) - The son of a Hollywood Abraham Schneider, who ...