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By the numbers, “The Bible” is a huge hit — and not just for The History Channel
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John W. Kennedy
Here’s today’s dispatch from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. Hollywood notes success of History Channel miniseries. From The Hollywood Reporter: Will the success of The Bible foretell a slew of religious-themed movies and TV projects? Already in the works is Jesus of Nazareth, a six-hour, $20 million miniseries from production outfit MPCA. Note:…
A very busy Kevin Sorbo tackles faith-based “Abel’s Field”
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John W. Kennedy
Here’s today’s dispatch from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. Ready, willing and Abel. With eight movies currently in the production pipeline and a western film slated to debut next month on The Hallmark Channel, Kevin Sorbo is easily one of busiest actors in Hollywood. Yet, after reading the script for Abel’s Field, the…
The Life, near-death and life of Peter Panagore (Part 2)
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John W. Kennedy
Here’s today’s dispatch from the crossroads of Faith, media and culture. In this space yesterday, Reverend Peter Panagore talked about a 1980 ice-climbing snafu that resulted an apparent near-death experience that forever altered his outlook on life. Here, he talks about the years that followed, including his current tenure as pastor of the First Radio…
Advice to Hollywood: Appeal to the mainstream + a look at 2012-2013 network pilots
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John W. Kennedy
Sorry for the unscheduled hiatus. Another writing gig required some extra attention. But, I’m glad to be back and here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. Memo to Hollywood: Don’t insult your customers. From The Hollywood Reporter: Wanna make money in Hollywood? Release patriotic movies that promote conservative values…
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