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2024-12-10T14:53:49-04:00

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‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ Releases to Home Video

Last updated on: December 10, 2024 at 2:53 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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After earning more than $34 million at the box office and becoming one of Lionsgate Studios’ biggest releases of the year, Dallas Jenkins’ “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” releases on digital outlets today. The film, starring Judy Greer and Pete Holmes, was a hit in theaters, earning both critical and audience acclaim. With its home video release, the film, based on the classic novel of the same name, will find a home with families through the Christmas season. The movie... Read more

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2024-12-10T14:59:26-04:00

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Viola Davis, Ziggy Marley & More Honored at Faith Awards

Last updated on: December 10, 2024 at 2:59 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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In a culture where faith often doesn’t get a fair shake in award season or mainstream storytelling, Variety’s Faith and Spirituality in Entertainment Honors, presented recently in partnership with the Coalition for Faith & Media (CFAM), shone a spotlight on creators embracing faith. From Viola Davis and Julius Tennon’s spiritually-grounded productions to Sheryl Lee Ralph’s portrayal of a steadfast Christian teacher, the event celebrated the role of authentic faith narratives in shaping culture—and those in Hollywood committed to getting it... Read more

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2024-11-26T01:20:11-04:00

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Watch: ‘The Chosen’ Unveils Season Five ‘Last Supper’ Teaser

Last updated on: November 26, 2024 at 1:20 am By DeWayne Hamby

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Following the success of last year’s theatrical run, 5&2 Studios will release “The Chosen: Last Supper” (Season 5) in theaters in the weeks leading into Easter on March 27, 2025, distributed by Fathom in the U.S. and by Trafalgar Releasing internationally. Shot in cinematic format, “The Chosen: Last Supper” brings the most pivotal week in history to audiences in this special theatrical release. During a four-week run in the U.S. and Canada, all episodes of The Chosen: Last Supper will... Read more

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2024-11-23T15:01:25-04:00

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‘Wicked’ Director Chu: ‘There’s a Light at the End of This’

Last updated on: November 23, 2024 at 3:01 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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The long-awaited big screen adaptation of the Broadway musical “Wicked” released this weekend from Universal Pictures, quickly climbing to the top of the box office charts with critical acclaim and an estimated $165 million global intake. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (“Crazy Rich Asians,” “In the Heights”) and starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, “Wicked” is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. “Wicked Part Two” is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 26, 2025.... Read more

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2024-11-20T14:12:03-04:00

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Brandon Lake’s ‘Hard Fought Hallelujah’ Makes an Impact

Last updated on: November 20, 2024 at 2:12 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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GRAMMY®-Award Winning singer/songwriter Brandon Lake has achieved yet another milestone with his brand new hit “Hard Fought Hallelujah.” The song debuted as #1 on the Christian/Gospel Songs Chart, #1 on the Christian/Gospel On-Demand Audio Streaming and Christian/Gospel On-Demand Overall Streaming charts, as well as #1 on the All-genre Digital Song Sales chart. “Hard Fought Hallelujah” has already garnered 6.83M total on-demand streams, beating Lake’s own record previously set by “That’s Who I Praise” for the largest debut streaming week for... Read more

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2024-11-18T20:47:25-04:00

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Kristin Chenoweth on Gospel Project: ‘It was a God Thing’

Last updated on: November 18, 2024 at 8:47 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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As the movie version of “Wicked” nears release later this week, the original Glinda Kristin Chenoweth is making the rounds, remembering her time in the musical. Oddly enough, I only discovered the acting/musical superstar Kristin Chenoweth after I was pitched interview back in February 2005. She was releasing a gospel album, “As I Am.” The publicist told me she’d become famous for a role in “Wicked,” a musical about the Wicked Witch and there was some question about whether or... Read more

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2024-11-15T15:05:35-04:00

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Review: ‘Red One,’ an Adrenaline-Fueled Christmas Adventure

Last updated on: November 15, 2024 at 3:05 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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The new holiday action film Red One bursts onto the scene with a high-octane premise: Santa Claus (J.K. Simmons) has been kidnapped, prompting a global rescue mission spearheaded by Callum Drift (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson), the formidable head of ELF (Enforcement Logistics and Fortification). Teaming up with his boss Zoe Harlow (Lucy Liu) and a rebellious hacker, Jack O’Malley (Chris Evans), Drift embarks on an epic journey spanning the globe—and even supernatural dimensions. Red One is a no-holds-barred Christmas action... Read more

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2024-11-15T14:02:19-04:00

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First Look: Epic Nativity Story ‘Mary’ with Anthony Hopkins

Last updated on: November 15, 2024 at 2:02 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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On December 6th, Netflix invites audiences on a compelling journey back to ancient Judea to witness the story of the Nativity through the eyes of Mary of Nazareth, mother of Jesus Christ. This coming-of-age Biblical epic tells the story of one of history’s most profound figures and the remarkable journey that led to the birth of Jesus. Chosen to bring the Messiah into the world, Mary (Noa Cohen) is shunned following a miraculous conception and forced into hiding. When King... Read more

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2024-11-08T10:32:14-04:00

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Jenkins, Erwin on Appeal, Legacy of ‘Best Christmas Pageant’

Last updated on: November 8, 2024 at 10:32 am By DeWayne Hamby

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As Christmas approaches, one film in particular is poised to capture the hearts of audiences both faith-based and mainstream—”The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Directed by Dallas Jenkins, produced by Andy Erwin’s Kingdom Story Company and starring Judy Greer, Pete Holmes, Elizabeth Tabish, and Lauren Graham, the movie adaptation of the beloved 1972 children’s book is a beautiful blend of heartwarming nostalgia and powerful spiritual themes. As the movie opens this week, Jenkins and Erwin shared their excitement and personal connection... Read more

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2024-11-06T12:29:41-04:00

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First Look: Inspirational True Sports Drama ‘Unstoppable’

Last updated on: November 6, 2024 at 12:29 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Prime Video has released the first trailer and poster for its upcoming inspirational sports drama, “Unstoppable,” releasing January 16, 2025. The film stars Jharrel Jerome, Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña with Don Cheadle and Jennifer Lopez and centers on Anthony Robles,’ who defied every expectation to become a national wrestling champion.. Directed by William Goldbenberg, an Academy Award-winning editor for “Fargo,” also nominated for “The Imitation Game,” “Zero Dark Thirty” and “Seabiscuit.” It is produced by Artists Equity, Ben Affleck and Matt... Read more

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