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2022-12-02T12:50:17-04:00

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Jodi Benson On Her New Role in ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ and Enduring Love for ‘Disney’s The Little Mermaid’

Last updated on: December 2, 2022 at 12:50 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Premiering today on the Angel Studios streaming app, Andrew Peterson’s animated The Wingfeather Saga is a fantasy series centering on the Igiby family and their fight against the evil Fangs of Dang and the mysterious ruler Gnag the Nameless. Based on the acclaimed Penguin Random House book series, the series set a new record for crowdfunding, raising $5 million in less than 20 days. Tony Award-winning actress Jodi Benson, forever known as the Disney princess Ariel from “The Little Mermaid”... Read more

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2022-12-08T11:20:53-04:00

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Producer Sam Haskell on the Faith, Prayers Behind “Dolly Parton’s Magic Mountain Christmas”

Last updated on: December 8, 2022 at 11:20 am By DeWayne Hamby

Tonight, NBC will premiere the latest television movie from music icon Dolly Parton, “Dolly Parton’s Magic Mountain Christmas.” The film is a fictionalized behind-the-scenes of the making of a Dolly Parton Christmas special featuring her closest friends and special guest artists, including Willie Nelson, Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus, Zach Williams, Jimmie Allen, and Jimmy Fallon. The film is the 12th project Parton has done with producing partner and longtime friend Haskell, including the “Christmas of Many Colors” and “Dolly... Read more

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2022-12-01T18:01:55-04:00

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Zach Williams Reunites with Dolly Parton to Ring in the Christmas Season in New TV Movie

Last updated on: December 1, 2022 at 6:01 pm By DeWayne Hamby

As Dolly Parton once again puts focus on her faith during her “Dolly Parton’s Magic Mountain Christmas” movie on NBC premiering tonight, popular Christian singer Zach Williams joins her for an encore of their hit duet “There Was Jesus.” Williams, who previously spoke with Reel Faith about the collaboration, said he was just as surprised to be included in the prime-time television special, where he and Parton sing in the chapel at the Dollywood theme park. “Honestly, I was kind... Read more

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2022-11-22T17:25:21-04:00

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Critically-Acclaimed Documentary ‘Good Night Oppy’ Details Fascinating Story of Martian Rover

Last updated on: November 22, 2022 at 5:25 pm By DeWayne Hamby

The new documentary “Good Night Oppy,” arriving on Amazon Prime on Nov. 23, is garnering critical acclaim and seems destined to be a frontrunner for Best Documentary at this year’s Academy Awards and Critic’s Choice Awards. The film is the inspirational true story of Opportunity, a rover that was sent to Mars for a 90-day mission but ended up surviving for 15 years. Through soundbites, video montages, and narration by Angela Basset as well as 4K visualization, the story which... Read more

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2022-11-22T17:26:32-04:00

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‘Why Haven’t You Healed Me?’: ‘The Chosen’ Creators and Actors Discuss ‘That’ Scene in Season Three

Last updated on: November 22, 2022 at 5:26 pm By DeWayne Hamby

As the third season of “The Chosen” premieres this weekend in theaters, a pivotal scene in episode two addresses a frequently discussed question of Christian faith—why doesn’t God heal everyone? It’s an emotional punch years in the making, first entering the popular series’ orbit with the hiring of Jordan Ross, portraying Little James, one of Jesus’ disciples . . . who happens to physical disability. In the scene, Little James, anxious and perplexed by his directive to do miracles, asks... Read more

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2022-11-19T00:07:18-04:00

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When Jesus Laughs: ‘The Chosen’ Actor Jonathan Roumie on the Levity, Humanity of the Hit Series

Last updated on: November 19, 2022 at 12:07 am By DeWayne Hamby

Debuting in theaters today, the first two episodes of season three of the smash television series about the life of Christ, “The Chosen,” is expected to make a big impact on the box office this weekend. Created and directed by Dallas Jenkins, the packaged episodes will debut in 200+ theaters for five days through Fathom Events, with the possibility of more being added due to popularity. The show itself has been welcomed by viewers across the globe and translated into... Read more

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2022-11-18T13:35:33-04:00

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Logan Shroyer of ‘The Waltons,’ ‘This Is Us’ Talks Positive Family, Faith Elements of ‘A Waltons Thanksgiving’

Last updated on: November 18, 2022 at 1:35 pm By DeWayne Hamby

After the success of the first Waltons’ TV special, “The Waltons’ Homecoming,” which was the second most-watched special of the 2021-22 season, the CW will present “A Waltons Thanksgiving” on Sunday, Nov. 20. The new movie, narrated by the original John Boy Richard Thomas from the hit television series, stars Bellamy Young, Teddy Sears, Marcelle LeBlanc, Christian Finlayson, Tatum Matthews, Samuel Goergeon, Calloway Corrick, Alpha Trivette, Rebecca Koon, and Logan Shroyer (“This Is Us”) reprising his role as the young... Read more

2022-11-10T12:00:32-04:00

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Kathy Troccoli Releases Hopeful, Deeply Personal New Song, ‘Finally Free’

Last updated on: November 10, 2022 at 12:00 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Contemporary Christian music pioneer Kathy Troccoli has released a deeply personal new song, “Finally Free,” as a way of providing hope and healing after her cousin’s son’s suicide. The singer, whose 40 year career includes 18 number-one hits including “Everything Changes,” My Life Is In Your Hands” and “Go Light Your World,” first wanted to provide a message for her grieving cousin and also a way forward for families dealing with that type of loss. The tragedy happened during the... Read more

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2022-11-01T23:45:02-04:00

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‘The Blacklist’ and ‘Justice League’ Actor Harry Lennix: Faith-Based Films are ‘Speaking to the People’

Last updated on: November 1, 2022 at 11:45 pm By DeWayne Hamby

In the new Pure Flix/Pinnacle Peak Pictures release, “Nothing is Impossible,” David A. R. White (“God’s Not Dead”) stars as Scott Beck, a man given a second chance at his dream of playing basketball. Joining White are Nadia Bjorlin (“Days of Our Lives”), Robert Amaya (“War Room”), country artist Stella Parton, and Harry Lennix of “The Blacklist” and the DC Cinematic Universe films “Man of Steel” and “Justice League.” Lennix, who recently released his own gospel-based project “Revival,” jumped at... Read more

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2022-10-26T10:34:46-04:00

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‘Thai Cave Rescue’ Showrunner Dana Ledoux Miller Discusses the Faith and Unity of the Amazing True Story

Last updated on: October 26, 2022 at 10:34 am By DeWayne Hamby

“Thai Cave Rescue,” now playing on Netflix, is a series adaptation of the story of 12 soccer players and their coach who were rescued from the Tham Luang cave in Thailand after being trapped for two weeks. The series filmed in Thailand during the pandemic, even in the actual cave during monsoon season, and in the boys’ homes and the church where one of the boys, Adul, worshipped and lived. After its release in September, the series trended among the... Read more

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