Popcorn Theology

In our third visit to Pandora hosts James and Miles explore Avatar: Fire and Ash. This time the Sully family wrestles with the loss of their oldest son while running from the reincarnate Colonel Quaritch who has teamed up with a rival Navi clan known as the fire people. It's refreshing to see a blockbuster movie that encourages people to have faith rather than depend on their own materialistic understanding to get through life. Our heroes must face their own internal struggles while even our antagonists are called to repent and turn to their god.

Our AVATAR Episode: https://popcorntheology.com/2022/12/11/278-avatar/ Avatar: The Way of Water: https://popcorntheology.com/2023/01/07/280-avatar-the-way-of-water/ Cinemagogue's review of original AVATAR: https://cinemagogue.com/2010/02/12/avatar-attacks/

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Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 3:01 - Our RATINGS: Fire & Ash 9:14 - Be Claus Charity / Subscribe & Support 11:22 - ADS 12:50 - SPOILERS! Popcorn Thoughts 28:16 - Noble Savage Myth DESTROYED 35:27 - Theology Thoughts 48:15 - Quaritch's Spiritual BLINDNESS 1:01:18 - Varang and DECONSTRUCTING 1:07:00 - Neytiri and RACISM 1:18:53 - Lightning Round 1:27:21 - Until Next Time…

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

In our third and final episode of our Christmas Special, Jam and David are "In The Lobby" diving into the gospel themes in your favorite Christmas Movies! From A Christmas Carol and Home Alone to the Grinch, Jingle All the Way, and Christmas Vacation - every Christmas movie has themes that point us to the Greatest Storyteller. We hope you enjoy this extra long episode, and have a Merry Christmas!! Watch the episode here.

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Detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are back in this sequel to the modern day fable Zootopia. This time they'll have to go outside the law in order to uncover a crime that reaches down to the foundations of Zootopia itself. On this podcast James and Miles unpack how Zootopia reminds us of the Cristian hope of world peace brought by the messiah. They also discuss the motives of our hearts. Do we work for something to prove or strive for something worth dying for? Finally we discuss the ever present sin that threatens Zootopia, killed Jesus, and lurks in the human heart. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome & Summary 02:02 - Popcorn & Theology Ratings 08:04 - Subscribe, Share, Support 09:22 - SPOILERS! Franchise Overview 13:20 - Popcorn Thoughts 21:31 - Zootopia VS Christian Utopia 32:51 - Eschatology and Zootopia 36:38 - Flawed Heroes 47:59 - Living in the Truth 57:00 - Changing Historical Narratives 01:01:26 - Wrap-Up: Until Next Time…

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

In this series of "In The Lobby", Jam and David discuss Christmas, traditions, film, and the Gospel. Join us for Part 1, where we address what makes a movie a CHRISTMAS movie. Watch the episode here.

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In honor of Rob Reiner we are re-releasing our episode on his iconic film The Princess Bride.

Inconceivable! This week we talk about 'twue wove', six fingered men, giants, swordplay, and much more… that's right, it's The Princess Bride! Watch the episode here.

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

Bridget and Eric explore Greta Gerwig's 2019 adaptation of "Little Women," focusing on its themes of independence, love, and personal growth. We dive into the film's unique narrative structure and debate its status as a Christmas movie. We discuss the enduring message of this story that has caused it to be remade dozens of times. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 0:44 - Welcome & Summary 2:17 - Popcorn Ratings 6:29 - Theology Ratings 8:20 - Be Claus Charity 9:45 - Subscribe, Share, Support 11:13 - Ads 12:44 - SPOILER WARNING 13:06 - Christmas Movie? 24:02 - Popcorn Thoughts 36:24 - Marmee as Proverbs 31 Woman 47:50 - It is Not Good for (Wo)man to be Alone 56:48 - Lightning Round 1:17:02 - Until Next Time…

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

This episode could change you for good. Miles, James, and Kat are back to finish what they started in episode 369, returning to Oz to cover Wicked: For Good. This sequel finishes the original story and looks to be one of this year's most successful films, but is it "good"? Take a look with us below the surface, otherwise this beautifully shot, catchy movie may trap you with its cynical message about propaganda, truth, and the deep desires of the human heart. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Welcome 02:18 Popcorn & Theology Ratings 12:30 Be Claus Charity & Subscribe/Support 14:45 Ads 16:13 SPOILER WARNING! Popcorn Thoughts 33:54 Theology Thoughts 46:47 Truth, Lies and Moral Ambiguities 1:03:08 The Pursuit of Goodness 1:12:01 Lightning Round 1:22:24 Wrap Up: Until Next Time…

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

Enjoy the re-release of this classic Popcorn Theology episode:

Zootopia is on the menu this week, and we talk about the good and bad messages behind the film, thus exploring why it can be controversial. The movie deals with subject matter that is much deeper than your typical children's movie – racism and prejudice, for instance. There are also a number of points that could be less than helpful, depending on how one views the story. Maybe you have a strong opinion about the movie. Maybe not. Either way, we hope the episode is interesting to you.

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Is Guillermo Del Toro's new version of Shelley's classic novel a wondrous creation, or a patchwork monster? It's a monster-sized fight as James and Joe Thorn fight over this film's merits like the titular Doctor and his angry creation. Join us for some cinematic and spiritual debate over whether this adaptation indeed has a soul. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Welcome 01:14 Movie Summary 07:17 Be Claus Charity & Subscribe/Support 02:25 SPOILERS! Popcorn Thoughts 14:54 Why James HATED it 19:00 Joe's SCATHING Rebuttal 28:36 Theological Thoughts 35:15 Where EVIL Comes From 40:02 Sins of the Father 46:08 image of God & the Soul 48:52 Counting the Cost 51:53 Forgiveness and Redemption 55:58 Until NEXT Time...

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

Join us this week as we dive into the gripping narrative of "We Were Soldiers," exploring the profound themes of leadership, sacrifice, and faith amidst the chaos of war. Eric and Rory are joined by special guest and longtime Patron Saint, Daniel Ellis. They dissect the film's portrayal of the Vietnam War, offering insights into the human experience on and off the battlefield. Watch the episode here.

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Chapters: 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 4:46 - Popcorn Ratings 8:36 - Theology Ratings 10:30 - Be Claus Charity 11:28 - Ads 12:57 - SPOILER WARNING 14:06 - Popcorn Thoughts 22:02 - The Unpopular War 30:49 - Never Let Them See You Sweat 38:14 - We Are Family 49:11 - First One On, Last One Off 1:01:14 - Lightning Round 1:07:13- Until Next Time…

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