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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 253 episodes available.
January 26, 2024Pinocchio - Darkness, Sacrifice, and lifeThis week we visit a fan pick: Guillermo Del Toro's Pinnochio. Cast in the background of World War II, we witness the death of Gippetto's son, the symbol of a crucifix, a wooden boy come to life, and sacrifices by people, a monkey, a cricket, and a wooden boy. So what does this all mean???...more33minPlay
January 19, 2024Best of...Bullet TrainJoin us for a fun ride (again) on the Bullet Train as we explore circumstances, fate, friendships, and family. This was truly one of our surprisingly fun podcasts of season 5!...more41minPlay
January 12, 2024Best of...Doctor StrangeThis week we look back to season 5 when Michael and I entered the "Multiverse" with MCU - the challenges of arrogance, brilliance, humility abound in this classic super-hero movie!...more32minPlay
January 05, 2024Best of...The DescendentsThis week we look back at a critically important episode from season 6. Set in the back drop of Hawaii, we explore the themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and unresolved consequences...more36minPlay
December 29, 2023Poseidon: What Drives Your Decisions?In this finale episode of season 6 we look at the movie Poseidon, a remake of the 1972 classic. Set on a cruise ship on New Year's Eve, a rogue wave flips the ship over and causes mass destruction and death. A group of survivors make their way to the stern of the ship by the propellers in order to be saved. What motivates their decisions? Why do they do what they do or think what they think? What is their moral compass? Are they selfless or selfish?...more35minPlay
December 22, 2023Office Christmas Party - Dollars, Community, and What's ImportantIn this raunchy (yet surprisingly tender) movie we are reminded of what is truly important at Christmas time - people! What do you value and who do you value? What is missing in your life and where will you find it? Join us in this fun and tender romp in a comedy classic...more34minPlay
December 16, 2023Catch Me If You Can - Is it a Christmas Movie???In this week's episode we consider a true story brought to the Big Screen by Steven Spielberg. Frank Abagnale, Jr. forges checks, assumes identities, and lies to everyone around him for personal gain...and it all catches up with him. Where in life are you "hiding" what is true and concealing what you don't want to the world to see? And oh, by the way, we will determine if this, in fact, a Christmas Movie!...more34minPlay
December 08, 2023Love Actually - A REAL Look at the Complexity of LoveOn the Twentieth Anniversary of this classic Christmas movie, we take a deep dive into the complexity of love - the successes, the failures, the strains, the joys, and the emotional dance that people play. Set in the back drop of Christmas, this amazing cast brings to life the range of emotions and feelings we experience in this journey called life...more50minPlay
December 01, 2023Violent Night - Restore Us God...Including Santa?!In this episode we look at the quirky electic action movie released to theaters in 2022. Santa a vigilante? A rich family at odds with each other and fighting over money? Thieves and a kill squad...all in the back drop of Christmas. But in this crazy movie we find many of the characters looking for restoration - restoration of relationships, family, hopes, and dreams. Join us for this zany Christmas ride!...more34minPlay
November 24, 2023Planes, Trains, and Automobiles - The One MattersIn this episode we explore the need and necessity for community (and to provide community for others). Life is more than yourself and your desires...it is about being present and providing the "Christ-like" community for those who need it...it is about going after the 1 Lost sheep!...more30minPlay
FAQs about Christ, Culture, and Cinema:How many episodes does Christ, Culture, and Cinema have?The podcast currently has 253 episodes available.