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Award-winning film director Guillermo del Toro says he wanted to portray the puppet as a “flawed Messiah” figure in the new film after reflecting on the spiritual themes woven throughout his adaptation of “Pinocchio.” Carlo Collodi’s 19th-century fairy tale about a mischievous puppet desperate to become a “real boy” has been adapted and retold in…

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Several faith-based films are available for Christian audiences to enjoy this fall. Offerings abound this season, and movie lovers can enjoy everything from a story about a rock star to one about a saint to a film about American freedom. In recent years, Americans’ appetite for faith-based content has grown. For example, the film “I…

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There’s nothing quite like a daughter’s relationship with her father. Many people would agree that parenting plays an essential role in a child’s mental health, social skills, ability to succeed, school performance, and more. Everyone may not be lucky enough to have two parents or one parent available for their development. Still, those who are…

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Cinema is unique in bringing together groups of people who may otherwise not connect naturally. When The Passion of The Christ hit theaters in 2004, it was a huge success, earning more than $623 million worldwide. The film was the most well-made and brutal depiction of the crucifixion ever committed to film. Many regard the film as…

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