Popcorn Theology

Here's looking at you kids. This month our Patreon Saints picked Casablanca for us to peruse for things to receive, reject, & redeem. Maddy and Bridget tackle themes of neutrality in the Christian life, what sacrifice looks like, and ask if Casablanca is even a true romance story. We think this is the start of a beautiful podcast episode… Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Welcome & Summary 04:57 - Popcorn Ratings 10:04 - Theology Ratings 12:22 - Subscribe, Share, Support 14:10 - Ads 16:32 - SPOILER WARNING 17:06 - Is Casablanca a Romance Movie? 21:19 - Popcorn Thoughts 38:01 - Cinematography & Storytelling 40:51 - The Myth of Neutrality 54:08 - It IS a Love Story, Just Not the One You Thought 1:15:58 - Lightning Round 1:24:20 - Until Next Time…

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James, Miles, and Eric seek to uncover the conspiracy behind the newest installment of the Captain America franchise. We uncover the Truth needed to sustain this Brave New World, what legacy means in a Christianized West, and what it means for Sam Wilson's Captain America to be something to aspire to. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 0:42 - Intro 1:06 - Welcome & Summary 1:39 - Popcorn Ratings 4:44 - Theology Ratings 8:39 - Subscribe, Share, Support 10:08 - Ads 12:31 - SPOILER WARNING & Popcorn Thoughts 30:40 - Ranking the Franchise 40:14 - The Truth and Grace are needed to build a Brave New World 53:54 - Something to Believe In vs. Something to Aspire To 1:04:35 - Legacy - For Who? 1:15:20- Lightning Round 1:23:39 - Until Next Time…

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Join James and his suspiciously hairy guest-host, werewolf aficionado and horror movie regular Joe Thorn, as they scratch below the surface of this movie and see if it's transformative (or if it just bites). Themes of curse, sins of the father, and fraying families provide topics to sink your teeth into. Whether you loved or loathed the film, this episode will have you howling! Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Welcome & Summary 04:09 - Popcorn Ratings 06:50 - Theology Ratings 08:28 - Subscribe, Share, Support 10:11 - Ads 12:35 - SPOILER WARNING! 12:53 - Favorite Werewolf Films 18:41 - Popcorn Thoughts 28:45 - Werewolf movies 101 31:57 - Theology: Werewolf as CURSE 34:38 - Sins of the Father 41:53 - Standing Strong, Together 46:48 - Lightning Round 01:04:53 - Wrap-Up 01:08:28 - Until Next Time…

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Is there a difference in how the movies portray love and what God's word says love is? In this series, Kat, Maddy, and Bridgett explore biblical love and cinema love in the world of Romantic Comedies. Watch the episode here.

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When four kids discover a mystery on their home Planet of At-Attin, it leads them on an adventure to find a long forgotten treasure. Before the four kids know it, they are working alongside Pirate Captain Silvo, and being thrust into a Pirate mutiny. The four kids, now exposed to the evils of the galaxy must wrestle with what is morally right, while being among pirates. Who can they trust and how will they return home? Join us for Galaxy hijinx, mutiny, and the Goonies in space on Popcorn Theology! Watch the episode here.

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This episode is brought to you by Solitary Man, the new novel by Eric Landfried. Available at www.ericlandfried.com

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Welcome & Summary 03:04 - Popcorn Ratings 05:33 - Theology Ratings 07:49 - Subscribe, Share, Support 09:39 - Ads 12:46 - SPOILER WARNING 13:22 - Popcorn Thoughts 29:59 - Cosmic Purpose 55:21 - Return to Eden 1:15:15 - Lightning Round 1:24:37 - Until Next Time…

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For this month's Patreon pick Eric and Maddy go on an adventure to discover the adventures, brave, and creative themes behind "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" and find out along the way what it means to have a well lived life and to answer the call to adventure. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:56 - Welcome & Summary 3:39 - Popcorn Ratings 5:52 - Theology Ratings 7:38 - Subscribe, Share, Support 10:06 - Ads 12:47 - SPOILER WARNING and Popcorn Thoughts 22:45 - The Sin of Not Enjoying Life 38:49 - The Call to Adventure 53:47 - Lightning Round 1:00:32 - Until Next Time…

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Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

Eric and David are putting together a crew to discuss Ocean's Eleven. Join us as we trigger the vault on this classic remake, bagging up themes like revenge, the crew of Christ, and the biblical appeal of heist films. You're either in or you're out… right now. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Welcome & Summary 01:31 - Remake Month! 06:06 - Popcorn Ratings 07:43 - Theology Ratings 09:13 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:37 - Ads 14:38 - SPOILER WARNING 14:47 - Popcorn Thoughts 22:32 - Ocean's Franchise 31:36 - A Husband's Revenge 44:01 - The Crew of Christ 56:53 - Lightning Round 1:06:09 - Until Next Time…

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New Year, New View... this month, we're exploring films that remade, and improved on, the original. James and David… if they really ARE who they say they are… examine the John Carpenter classic THE THING in this legacy episode from 2019. Fear, paranoia and mistrust emerge as key themes, as well as the loss of our own identity. They are joined this week by Kathryn Harleman as Richard has inexplicably gone missing… (cue ominous music). Watch the episode here.

For more "legacy" episodes like this one, check our archives on your audio podcast app or www.popcorntheology.com!

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Can horror be beautiful? Robert Eggers seems to think so, and James and returning guest Joe Thorn sink their teeth into his latest film, a love letter to the classic century old story from silent cinema now given 21st century sound and color. A questionable sacrifice play, the myopia of science, and broad brush portraits of Christ and AntiChrist emerge from this Victorian horror. Keep the crosses close, things might get bloody… Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Welcome & Summary 02:11 - Popcorn Ratings 05:45 - Theology Ratings 06:32 - Subscribe, Share, Support 07:14 - Ads 10:06 - SPOILER WARNING 10:26 - Popcorn Thoughts 20:38 - Masterclass of Acting 25:09 - The Role of Music in Horror Films 27:59 - For more Horror Content… 29:41 - A Damned Ending? 36:08 - Ellen Hutter: Christ figure? 39:31 - Orlock as AntiChrist 47:30 - Covenants and Redemption 53:01 - Blinded Me with Science 57:32 - The Usefulness of Horror 1:08:46 - Lightning Round 1:14:12 - Until Next Time…

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In this new series, Shane Rosenthal joins David and Eric to explore The Greatest Story Ever Told. In Part 1, we discuss Shane's favorite movies and his podcast "The Humble Skeptic". You don't want to miss this fascinating discussion! Watch the episode here.

The first episode of this series is available to the public; the next 4 will release every Thursday in January and are exclusive content for our Premium Seating tier of Patreon Supporters. To hear the rest, go to www.Patreon.com/PopcornTheology and become a Patron Saint. Your support is greatly appreciated!

To hear more of Shane Rosenthal, check out The Humble Skeptic podcast at https://www.humbleskeptic.com/podcast

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Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETAI