Do you have any good wholesome Christian movie recommendations?

[ALAYMAN]

Yes, based on today's movies, the cinematography would probably be considered poor, but not for the time in which it was made. Likewise, the graphics in Star Wars are terrible by today's standards, but the fact that they were pretty spectacular when the movie was made adds to it, at least in my humble opinion.

Again, we don't disagree.  Of course the matter of historical context in relationship to cinematography improvements through the years would be lost or moot for those same children.

On an unrelated note, would anybody rank Chariots of Fire amongst the favorites?

 

[Recovering IFB]

What!!??!! you don't like my recommendations? Are you serious??

I simply asked you if they met the criteria that I requested in the OP, that they be wholesome.  I didn't critique them at all, have never seen them, and don't have any idea whether I would personally like them.  Whether I would like them or not, I would still want to make sure that they were consumable by a general audience, and especially one with small children present.  Some movies of a more mature nature might be perfectly fine for my preferences and convictions, but not acceptable or appropriate to others.

I'm sorry, I thought by my overuse of exclamation points that you would have guessed I was joking. I will use on of these  next time

What do you mean as wholesome?? A Mayberry tale? Andy Griffin??

wholesome-Syn: beneficial, clean, edifying, ethical, exemplary, fit, good, hale, health-giving, healthful, helpful, honorable, innocent, moral, pure, respectable, restorative, righteous, safe, sound, virtuous, well, worthy...

Maybe because I grew up in a different culture than Mayberry, (Boston) I have a different view of life than most Southerners have. I lived in Virginia for 10 years before moving to Chicago so I did get to experience a different life style than the north. Most southerners have a complex that they are "Godlier"because they grew up in the Bible belt. I teach my children the grace of what God gives us through Christ and I dont fool around and hide/ shelter them from the realities of life either. There are different people, different cultures, different beliefs and not everybody will be your friend. But I also teach them that they are to trust in Christ, first and foremost.

So you think that a church gathering composed of members from all ages and demographics should be shown either footbal or a UFC match.  Gotcha. 

The UFC isn't for everybody, I agree, but my boys train in mixed martial arts so they have an interest in it. BTW, this Saturday night, Jose Aldo and Frankie Edgar meet each other in what should be a great match. There is about 12 of us brothers(including our lead pastor) who get together to watch these fight at one of our brothers house who has an awesome mancave in his basement...Cant wait

 

[ALAYMAN]

I'm sorry, I thought by my overuse of exclamation points that you would have guessed I was joking. I will use on of these  next time

mea culpa, I did think you were serious.

Maybe because I grew up in a different culture than Mayberry, (Boston) I have a different view of life than most Southerners have. I lived in Virginia for 10 years before moving to Chicago so I did get to experience a different life style than the north. Most southerners have a complex that they are "Godlier"because they grew up in the Bible belt. I teach my children the grace of what God gives us through Christ and I dont fool around and hide/ shelter them from the realities of life either. There are different people, different cultures, different beliefs and not everybody will be your friend. But I also teach them that they are to trust in Christ, first and foremost.

I'm cool wit dat, and won't quibble, but your philosphy of childrearing and consequent standards probably shouldn't be considered the absolute model for church group get-togethers, right?

The UFC isn't for everybody, I agree, but my boys train in mixed martial arts so they have an interest in it. BTW, this Saturday night, Jose Aldo and Frankie Edgar meet each other in what should be a great match. There is about 12 of us brothers(including our lead pastor) who get together to watch these fight at one of our brothers house who has an awesome mancave in his basement...Cant wait

Me and the wife used to watch it religiously.  The dude named Vitor Belfor (sp?) was one we thought would never get beat, but he just up and disappeared like he never existed in UFC (though I hear he has came back around).

 

[samspade]

We watched a movie not long ago on Netflix called Faith Like Potatoes. Decent Christian movie about a farmer in South Africa who is changed by the gospel.

As an aside, the first time I saw Dead Poet's Society a friend pointed out the gospel story throughout the movie. It was an interesting interpretation of the movie.

 

[ALAYMAN]

We watched a movie not long ago on Netflix called Faith Like Potatoes. Decent Christian movie about a farmer in South Africa who is changed by the gospel.

Completely agree.  A little low-budget on the cinematography though, so write rsc2a off.

As an aside, the first time I saw Dead Poet's Society a friend pointed out the gospel story throughout the movie. It was an interesting interpretation of the movie.

I'd be interested in that analysis, as the phrase Carpe Diem is an existentialist philosophy somewhat equivalent to "eat, drink, be merry, for tomorrow we die".  Of course it's possible to allegorize the original author's intended meaning and overlay what we want to see sometimes, but that's a bit postmodern for my taste. 

 

[Smellin Coffee]

I recommend (on Netflix) "Lord, Save Us From Your Followers."

http://www.lordsaveusthemovie.com/home.html

It is a Christian documentary but certainly not suitable for small children.

Agree or disagree with the premise, it delves into the perception of American Christianity.

 

[ALAYMAN]

I recommend (on Netflix) "Lord, Save Us From Your Followers."

http://www.lordsaveusthemovie.com/home.html

It is a Christian documentary but certainly not suitable for small children.

Agree or disagree with the premise, it delves into the perception of American Christianity.

Really glad to see you here bro.  Thanks for the movie suggestion.  I'll add it to the list.

 

[Agent P]

I personally thought Fireproof was terrible.

I'm interested in knowing what you found so terrible with it.

Watching the movie while my wife and I were separated is what got us back together. Perhaps that makes me somewhat biased, but I think it is a great movie.

I suppose I'm somewhat biased AGAINST it for the same reason.  The movie came out right about the time my first wife decided she wanted out of our marriage.  I was working in a chain Christian bookstore who decided it was our mission to push it hard.  As one going through divorce, I was everyone's target #1.  The intentions were good, but in some ways their zeal only made the divorce that much more difficult.  My estranged wife would come into the store and have everyone put the hardsell on her, which only hardened her heart more.  I finally ended up quitting my job just because I couldn't push the movie with any real integrity on my part.

I finally watched the movie a month or so ago when CMT showed it on TV.  I must confess, I was really rooting for Kirk Cameron to throw her snotty little butt to the curb; as her behavior reminded me so much of my ex-wife's attitude.

However, HeDied4U, I am totally happy it worked in your case.

 

[Sherryh]

Agent P, I'm sorry you had to go through divorce .....it does happen to the best people. I don't have any reasons why..I hope you're doing as good as possible.

 

[Castor Muscular]

Agent P, I'm sorry you had to go through divorce .....it does happen to the best people. I don't have any reasons why..

In many if not most cases, it happens because of the rise of no-fault divorce.  Stupidest change ever.  Man or woman, you can now contribute nothing to your marriage, file for divorce, abandon your kids, and still get half of everything your spouse worked for.  If you have a really good lawyer, you can get way more than half.  So, without Christ, where's the incentive to make it work? 

 

[Sherryh]

Castor, I don't have any answers accept it happens to the best............my parents were divorced after 25 years.. That's one I'll be in line to see what the Lord tells us...........

 

[HeDied4U]

Agent P, I'm sorry you had to go through divorce .....it does happen to the best people. I don't have any reasons why..

In many if not most cases, it happens because of the rise of no-fault divorce.  Stupidest change ever.  Man or woman, you can now contribute nothing to your marriage, file for divorce, abandon your kids, and still get half of everything your spouse worked for.  If you have a really good lawyer, you can get way more than half.  So, without Christ, where's the incentive to make it work?

Won't go into any details, but even with Christ, sometimes there is no incentive to make it work.

 

[HeDied4U]

Woke up quite early the other morning, so I grabbed my tablet and was looking through some movie titles on Netflix, and came across a movie called "Marriage Retreat." The synopsis sounded somewhat good (three couples whose marriages are in trouble go away on a weekend retreat thinking it may save their marriages, or maybe the guys wanted to go to get some R&R, I'm not really sure at this point) so I started watching it. All I can say is there went 90 minutes (or there abouts) that I can never get back. Not saying the acting was bad, but it certainly wasn't Academy Award material. Plot had holes in it big enough to drive a truck through and as far as the counseling techniques go, let's just say I would run, not walk but run away as fast as I could if I found myself in such a situation.

Nice attempt at a "Couples Retreat" knockoff, but it's definitely a movie I would not be recommending to anyone anytime soon.



On a somewhat related side note; I just signed up for Nexflix about a week ago. Took advantage of their free, one month trial offer. After about the second day, I've been asking myself why I didn't sign up sooner. It's great!! I will definitely be extending my subscription beyond the free month.

 

[Binaca Chugger]

October Baby

This one is not necessarily Christian, it seems to have been intentionally non-denominational to appeal to a broad range and "not offend" anyone.  It is, however, an excellent movie on the topic of abortion and forgiveness.  Based on a true story.  One of the very few movies that, when finished, I simply said: "Wow.  That was good."

You may want to watch it with your spouse first and decide if you want your kids to see it yet.

Oh, and keep watching all the way through the very end of the credits.  You won't want to miss what happens then - maybe the most moving of all.

 

[Sherryh]

I watched October Baby and cried it was excellent about forgiveness..............

 

[Agent P]

I watched October Baby and cried it was excellent about forgiveness..............

I bought the video when it came out, but for some reason I've never taken the time to sit down and watch it yet...I've heard a lot of good things about it.  Not entirely sure it would fit the OP's planned use, though.

 

[ALAYMAN]

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  Not entirely sure it would fit the OP's planned use, though.

I plan on watching it, and most of the time I try to screen movies before recommending/showing them.

 

[Agent P]

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  Not entirely sure it would fit the OP's planned use, though.

I plan on watching it, and most of the time I try to screen movies before recommending/showing them.

An excellent policy when you're showing movies to "all ages".  Christian films these days aren't exempt
from portraying things that might be a bit intense for younger ages.

Unless you're Jack Schaap, then you give live performances.

 

[Sherryh]

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  Not entirely sure it would fit the OP's planned use, though.

I plan on watching it, and most of the time I try to screen movies before recommending/showing them.

I watched it on TV and it was great!! Have the tissue close by........

 

[Aviator]

Does it have to be "christian?"  There are many, many very well made movies with good moral lessons which are perfectly suitable for children though they don't qualify as "christian."