Meow! We asked our Patreon Supporters to select a Christmas movie, and they "picked a cute one". Tragic irony, or poetic justice? Fortunately nothing surprises us anymore, so Miles Wallace Returns to join us for some Bat-banter (turns out James and Miles might have been bunkies at Prep School). What makes a Christmas movie, and what traumas make us wear masks? And don't miss a special visit from our very own Kat-woman! Merry Christmas listeners!    If you like what you are hearing and want to help support our show, consider pledging to support us over on Patreon! If you do, you'll be canonized as an official Patron Saint of Popcorn Theology and be given access to an exclusive Facebook group just for supporters, giveaways, polls to decide what films we discuss, and much more!   We hope you enjoy the listen and we would love it if you'd share this content with your friends.  Please take a moment to check out our sponsor, MissionalWear - Awesome T-Shirts, Posters, and more... Let them know Popcorn Theology sent you!  www.popcorntheology.com

Episode 227: Batman Returns

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Watch the episode here. Lady and gentlemens! Start your mindful engines and go for a ride with Mad Maddy and Praetorian James as they explore an oasis of themes in the wasteland of this fast and frantic film. From imagery of the fall to exploring how God sifts souls in the desert, there’s a truckload of ideas to race through. Ready! Setty! GOOOOOOOOOOO! James' book Cinemagogue has a new edition! Hear more in this episode and read more here. For a sneak peak at the Director's Cut, click here. — We've got new merchandise! Check it out at the merch store. Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon.    Chapters: Cold Open - 00:00  Intro - 01:34  Popcorn Ratings - 02:45  Theology Ratings - 05:44  Subscribe, Share, Connect - 07:15  Ads - 09:46  Popcorn Thoughts - 12:46  The Fall & Dementus the Devil - 27:40  Facing Trial in the Desert - 38:24  Lightning Round - 52:57

Episode 344: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Watch this episode here.  This week starts a new series of “In The Lobby: A.I. in Film”. For this series, James and David are joined by two special guests, Bart Caylor and Zach Coffin, to explore Artificial Intelligence, its impact on ministry and filmmaking, its portrayal in film, and the theological implications. This was such a blast, and we know you’ll enjoy it!  The first episode is available to the public; the next 3 episodes will release through June 2024 and are exclusively for our Premium Seating tier of Patreon Supporters. To hear the rest, go to Patreon.com/PopcornTheology and become a Patron Saint. Your support is greatly appreciated! To learn more about our guests, visit caylor-solutions.com and higheredmarketerpodcast.com  #Terminator #2001ASpaceOdyssey #WarGames #TheCreator #BringBackClippy #Clippy #Copilot #Gattaca #JurassicPark #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ChatGPT #ReformedTheology #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #MovieAnalysis  Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

In The Lobby: A.I. in Film (Part 1)

Watch the episode here.  How do we finish off comedy month? With MORE CHEESE! Pour a cup of tea and join Kat and James as they put on some trousers, shave, and blast off with these beloved stop-motion characters from across the pond. Three short films provide easy themes to tinker with like imagination, contentment, friendship and intercession. All this and a nice slice of Wensleydale!  James' book Cinemagogue has a new edition! Hear more in this episode and read more here. For a sneak peak at the Director's Cut, click here. — We've got new merchandise! Check it out at the merch store.  Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends.  Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners.  Follow and connect with us on social media.  Support us on Patreon.    Chapters: Cold Open - 00:00   Intro - 02:04   Popcorn Ratings - 05:50   Theology Ratings - 08:35   Ads - 12:53   Subscribe, Share, Connect - 15:14   Popcorn Thoughts - 16:38   A Grand Day Out - 26:37   The Wrong Trousers - 36:57   A Close Shave - 48:03

Episode 343: Wallace & Gromit: 3 Amazing Adventures

Watch the episode on Youtube here. "Since I've become a Popcorn Theologian I've noticed things I've never noticed before: Christ figures in The Matrix, Fools in Cocaine Bear, stoplights." Join Eric and Miles as they break down how comedy points to the Christian worldview and how God is not only the greatest story teller, but also the greatest comedian. James' book Cinemagogue has a new edition! Hear more in this episode and read more here. For a sneak peak at the Director's Cut, click here. — We've got new merchandise! Check it out at the merch store.  Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends.  Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners.  Follow and connect with us on social media.  Support us on Patreon.  Chapters: Cold Open - 00:00 Intro - 2:21 Popcorn Ratings - 6:57 Theology Ratings - 11:42 Subscribe, Share, Connect - 15:33 Ads - 16:46 Popcorn Thoughts - 19:30 The Point & Purpose of Comedy - 21:33 Life is Too Serious to Take Too Seriously - 34:43 Morality and Atonement - 57:10 Lightning Round - 1:02:47

Episode 342: The Naked Gun

Watch the episode on Youtube here.  What kind of stunt are we trying to pull with this episode? Do any meaningful themes really tumble out of this hilarious comedy action movie? Does David hate Ryan Gosling? Will James drop  theological parallels? Is it even our real hosts, or stunt hosts using deepfake technology? You’ll have to see for yourself as we discuss stunt teams, the church, sexy bacon and more. James' book Cinemagogue has a new edition! Hear more in this episode and read more here. For a sneak peak at the Director's Cut, click here. — We've got new merchandise! Check it out at the merch store. Help us recruit more film lovers and theology nerds by sharing this episode with your friends. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to help attract more listeners. Follow and connect with us on social media. Support us on Patreon. Chapters:   Cold Open - 00:00  Intro - 1:25  Popcorn Ratings - 2:52  Theology Ratings - 5:06  Subscribe, Share, Connect - 7:08  Ads - 10:00  Popcorn Thoughts - 12:47  Sexy Bacon - 28:39  The Body (and Face) of Christ - 32:31  Not to be Served, But to Serve - 44:54  Lightning Round - 54:27

Episode 227: Batman Returns

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