A Theology of the Force – Part 2
This is a continuation of an essay analysis of the Force from Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back. If you have not, read A Theology of the Force – Part 1 before continuing with this article. Also, a quick note on sources…
Top 5 Comedies of 1985
Thirty years ago was a completely different pop culture landscape. Blockbusters, VHS, big hair, and bigger music on MTV. Here at Reel World Theology, this September we’re celebrating the movies of the year 1985 and also launching a new fall…
A Theology of the Force – Part 1
At some point in the life of a young Star Wars fan, there comes a moment when you hold out hope that the Force could possibly be real. As you cross sabers with your best friend you push out your…
Star Wars and a New Community
“Use the Force, Luke.” The diagnostics of Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing whirl and beep as he caroms down the Death Star trench. The voice of Obi-Wan Kenobi implores him to rely on his limited training in the ways of a Jedi…
Hello, My Name is Josh and I am a Star Wars Addict
The snare drums rattle and the emboldened trumpets blare out the 20th Century Fox theme. As a child I remember seeing another 20th Century Fox movie for the first time and being confused and slightly offended those glowing blue words…
Top 5 Fifth Movies
This week witnesses Arnold fulfilling his promise to be back in the fifth installment of the Terminator franchise, Terminator Genisys. For some of you in big metro markets, the movie is already out and you’ve shelled out to see Schwarzenegger reprise his…
In Theaters Thursday – 1-22-15
It’s the first big push of 2015 and there are a bunch of movies coming out in anticipation of the Oscars, as well as the first significant slate of movies for 2015. I have to be honest with you, nothing…
Top 5 Tuesday – Best Movies With Original Screenplays
Everyone loves lists. Top Tens, Billboard Top 200, Bottom Ten, Top 100, etc. It is inherent and ingrained in our human nature to take the chaos around us and put it in some sort of orderly fashion. Every Tuesday, Josh…