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Jeffrey Skopak and Michael Popp explore the intersection of faith, cinema, and the contemporary context of American culture. Using both classic movies as well as new releases, Skopak and Popp discuss ... more
FAQs about Christ, Culture, and Cinema:How many episodes does Christ, Culture, and Cinema have?The podcast currently has 278 episodes available.
August 14, 2026The Social Network: Friendship vs. MoneyWelcome to Season 12! We start off looking at a movie that came right on the heals of the Social Network frenzy. The movie probes the moral questions like: Intellectual property, friendship and money. How accurate is the movie versus reality? Why are friendships more important than monetary gain? Join as we begin this season with a bang. ...more37minPlay
June 19, 2026Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom - a Movie that Changed the SystemIn our season finale we consider a classic movie from the 1980's...a movie so ahead of its time that it ushered in PG-13! Adventure, masculinity, violence, and a hero beyond compare. Many say this movie couldn't be made today...but we are sure glad they did as we wrap up season 11! ...more45minPlay
June 12, 2026Song Sung Blue - Love, Passion, and FamilyThis week we take a look at a "based on a true story" of a Neil Diamond tribute artist, his wife, and their blended family. Sing-a-long music, beautiful acting, and a heart-warming story, - join us as we explore themes of love, devotion, and how we are better together! ...more33minPlay
June 05, 2026Platoon - Moral Decay and Psychological Horrorsin 1986 Oliver Stone brought to the big screen a movie that showed the emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges that the soldier faced in Vietnam. This movie is course, harsh, and gritty. What happens when those who are supposed to lead are at odds with each other? How do you fight an unknown and unseen enemy? What keeps your moral compass pointing "north" and your soul in tact? Join us as we explore this movie that forever changed movies about war....more35minPlay
May 29, 2026An Interview with Independent Film Maker Jaron LockridgeSo "Hollywood" came calling again and introduced us to an incredible Independent Film Maker, Jaron Lockridge. Police officer by day, film maker by night - Jaron moved from gritty film making to gritty films with a story of faith "lived out." In his soon to be released episodic production, "House for the Broken," Jaron takes on real life and how it is complicated and messy - where does faith fit in? You can find this on Amazon, Tubi, and Roku starting July. Join us for this exciting interview and check out Jaron's website at cinemaministry.com!...more42minPlay
May 22, 2026Wedding Crashers - The Search for Authentic LoveToday we revisit the era of classic comedy - Wedding Crashers. It's raunchy, funny, sometimes way over the top - but in the midst of the laughs is a story for the pursuit of authentic, genuine love. We are designed to have that loving connection and relationship with another person and this movie explores the highs, lows, and highs again of that pursuit. Join us as we consider love in the midst of laughs...more31minPlay
May 15, 2026Bull Durham: Mentoring, Experience, and RelationshipsThis week we look at a classic sports movie from the 80's - An aging minor league catcher, a hot shot young pitcher, and a woman who sees herself as part of the minor league experience. Mentoring the young pitcher, Crash Davis discovers he is more than a baseball player - he is a mentor and coach. Join us as we explore why mentoring and experience matter and how this movie captures all of this....more30minPlay
May 01, 2026Unforgiven - The Reality vs The RomanceThis week we look at a classic western directed by Clint Eastwood. The lines of "right" and "wrong" are blurred, the "romantic view" of the old West is tossed out for a more "earthy" and realistic view of what people truly had to face. And in the midst of it all, a writer trying to capture and maintain the "romance" of the West instead of the reality....more35minPlay
April 24, 2026Finding Nemo - When Pixar Made Great MoviesIn this episode we look back at a 2003 Pixar classic, Finding Nemo. This is when Disney made movies movies that entertained Adults and children - at two different levels - at the same time. A heart-warming tale of searching for a lost "child" while also a tale of a child on a wild adventure. Join as we consider the search for the "lost sheep" and the rich characters that captivate our imagination. ...more32minPlay
April 17, 2026Return of the Jedi - Our Journey Through Star Wars Continues"Return" or "Revenge?" This week we revisit our walk through the Star Wars Galaxy. The return of the Jedi was originally named "Revenge" of the Jedi...was it revenge? Is this a movie about the final redemption of Annikan Skywalker? We are joined in the studio with our resident expert, Dillon Briggs as we look at the closing chapter of the original trilogy ...more46minPlay
FAQs about Christ, Culture, and Cinema:How many episodes does Christ, Culture, and Cinema have?The podcast currently has 278 episodes available.