At The Movies

Woodlawn Age Rating: PG Runtime: 124 minutes Studio: Pure Flix Entertainment Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A powerful true story about faith, forgiveness, racial reconciliation, and how one spiritual awakening helped transform a football team, a school, and a community during a time of deep division in America. Ratings My Rating: 7.0/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 6.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 79% Metacritic: 57/100 TMDb: 6.9/10 (approximate average user rating)  Plot Summary Set in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1973, Woodlawn follows the true story of Tony Nathan, a talented African American football player who joins Woodlawn High School during the turbulent period of school desegregation. Racial tensions are high both on and off the football field, and conflict threatens to divide the team and the community. When a visiting sports chaplain shares the Gospel message with the football team, many players commit their lives to Christ. Their newfound faith begins to change their...

Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story Age Rating: TV-14 Runtime: 90 minutes Studio: The Hatchery / Sony Pictures Television / TNT A struggling inner-city student overcomes poverty, prejudice, and personal anger through faith, discipline, education, and perseverance to become one of the world's most respected neurosurgeons. Ratings: My Rating: 7.7/10 The Dove Foundation: Family-Recommended / Inspirational IMDb: 7.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 85% Audience Score  Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 7.7/10 (approx.) Plot Summary: Based on the autobiography of Ben Carson, the film follows Carson's journey from a troubled childhood in Detroit to becoming a pioneering neurosurgeon at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Raised by his single mother Sonya Carson, Ben struggles academically and emotionally. Despite having little formal education herself, Sonya insists that Ben and his brother read books, limit television, and pursue excellence. Through hard work and determination, Ben transforms from one of the weakest stud...

Taking Chance Age Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 78 minutes Studio: HBO Films A quiet journey of honor follows one Marine officer as he escorts a fallen young Marine home, reminding the nation what dignity, sacrifice, and respect look like. Ratings: My Rating: 74% The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 7.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 57% Metacritic: 76/100 TMDb: N/A Plot Summary: Based on real events, Taking Chance follows Lt. Col. Michael Strobl, played by Kevin Bacon, as he volunteers to escort the body of 19-year-old Marine Lance Cpl. Chance Phelps from Dover Air Force Base to his hometown in Wyoming. The film is not a combat movie as much as a solemn tribute. It shows the careful military process of preparing, transporting, and honoring a fallen service member, while Strobl witnesses quiet acts of respect from military personnel and civilians along the way. Critics Review: Critics generally viewed Taking Chance as a respectful, restrained, and emotionally powerful military drama. Many praised its quiet to...

Freedom Writers Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 123 minutes Studio: MTV Films, Jersey Films, Double Feature Films, Paramount Pictures A powerful true-story drama about a young teacher who uses compassion, literature, and personal writing to break through racial hatred, gang violence, and hopelessness in an inner-city classroom. Ratings: My Rating: 7.1/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Approved / Mature Teen Audience IMDb: 7.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 69% Metacritic: 64/100 TMDb: 7.4/10 Plot Summary: Set in Long Beach, California during the aftermath of the Los Angeles riots, the film follows Erin Gruwell, a new and idealistic English teacher assigned to a classroom full of students considered “unteachable.” Her students come from different racial gangs and backgrounds, and many have experienced violence, poverty, abuse, and death firsthand. At first, the class rejects her completely. Over time, Erin begins connecting with them through literature such as The Diary of Anne Frank and by encouraging them ...

Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 132 minutes Studio: Angel Studios Country of Origin: Belgium, Ireland As Nazi darkness swallowed Europe whole, one pastor faced an impossible choice: remain faithful to peace or risk everything to confront evil before it consumed the world. Ratings: My Rating: 78% The Dove Foundation: PG-13 IMDb: 6.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 66% Critics / 92% Audience Metacritic: 58/100 TMDb: 7.0/10 Plot Summary: Set during the rise of Nazi Germany and World War II, Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. follows the life of German theologian and pastor Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a deeply committed Christian who becomes increasingly alarmed by Adolf Hitler’s growing power and the corruption of the German church by Nazi ideology. After studying abroad in the United States and experiencing the influence of African American churches in Harlem, Bonhoeffer returns to Germany with a stronger conviction that Christianity must actively resist injustice and racism. ...

Radio Age Rating: PG Runtime: 109 minutes Studio: Columbia Pictures Country of Origin: United States An unlikely friendship between a high school football coach and a mentally challenged young man transforms an entire community. Ratings: My Rating: 6.8/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 6.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 35% Metacritic: 38/100 TMDb: 7.3/10 Plot Summary: Based on a true story, the film follows James “Radio” Kennedy, a shy young man with an intellectual disability who lives in a small South Carolina town. He is often misunderstood and mistreated until Coach Harold Jones, played by Cuba Gooding Jr., takes him under his wing. Coach Jones invites Radio to assist with the high school football team, gradually integrating him into the school and community. Over time, Radio becomes a beloved figure, and his presence challenges the town to confront its prejudices and learn compassion, patience, and acceptance. Critics Review: “Radio” received mixed reviews from critics. While many praised th...

I Can Only Imagine 2 Age Rating: PG Runtime: 110 min Studio: Lionsgate Country of Origin: United States Franchise: I Can Only Imagine Franchise Franchise Position: 2 A continuation of the true story behind a song that inspired millions, exploring faith, forgiveness, and the lifelong journey of redemption. Ratings: My Rating: Not yet available The Dove Foundation: Not yet rated IMDb: Not yet available Rotten Tomatoes: Not yet available Metacritic: Not yet available TMDb: Not yet available Plot Summary: I Can Only Imagine 2 continues the true-life story of Christian musician Bart Millard following the success of the song “I Can Only Imagine.” The sequel focuses on Bart’s life after achieving fame with the band MercyMe and explores the challenges that come with success, family life, and maintaining faith through trials. The story is expected to explore Bart’s continued healing from childhood trauma, his evolving relationship with his family, and the pressures of ministry and music. Themes...

Bohemian Rhapsody Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 134 min Studio: 20th Century Fox, Regency Enterprises, GK Films, Queen Films Country of Origin: United Kingdom, United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A dramatized biographical film tracing the rise of the British rock band Queen and the life of its iconic lead singer Freddie Mercury, culminating in their legendary 1985 Live Aid performance. Ratings: My Rating: 7.7/10 The Dove Foundation: PG-13 IMDb: 7.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 60% Metacritic: 49/100 TMDb: 7.5/10 Plot Summary: Bohemian Rhapsody follows the journey of Freddie Mercury from his early days as Farrokh Bulsara and the formation of Queen through their breakthrough, faltering professional and personal struggles, and ultimate triumphant Live Aid concert performance. The narrative interweaves the band’s meteoric rise to global stardom with Mercury’s exploration of identity, fame, and his relationships, portraying both the exhilaration and turmoil of life in one of roc...

Walking Tall  Rating: R Runtime: 125 minutes Studio: Bing Crosby Productions Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Walking Tall Franchise Position: 1 A former professional wrestler becomes sheriff and wages a one‑man campaign to clean up crime and corruption in his small Tennessee community. Ratings:  My Rating: 7.0/10 The Dove Foundation: Not typically rated (R for violence/language) IMDb: 6.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 77% Metacritic: 60/100 TMDb: 7/10 Plot Summary: Based loosely on the true story of Buford Pusser, Walking Tall follows a tough, incorruptible man who returns to McNairy County, Tennessee, only to find rampant gambling, prostitution, and corruption. After an assault leaves him badly wounded, he runs for sheriff and uses his authority and a four‑foot hickory club to confront entrenched crime‑rings. Personal tragedy strikes when his wife is killed in an ambush tied to the corruption he fights. Undeterred, he continues to battle wrongdoing in his town, inspiring bo...

Sergeant York  Age Rating: NR Runtime: 134 min  Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures  Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone  Franchise Position: N/A Literary hook of the show/movie A devout but conflicted Tennessee farmer must reconcile his Christian pacifism with his duty to serve in World War I, ultimately becoming one of America’s most celebrated war heroes. Ratings My Rating: 7.6/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for All Ages IMDb: 7.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 81% Critics / 86% Audience Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 7.2/10 Plot Summary Based on the true story of Alvin C. York, Sergeant York follows a young Tennessee farmer whose sharpshooting skills fail to give his life purpose. After a violent barroom episode and a lightning encounter, York experiences a profound religious conversion. When World War I breaks out, he seeks conscientious objector status, but is ultimately drafted. On the front lines, York’s marksmanship and leadership lead to the capture of many Germ...

Hiding Place, The Age Rating: PG Runtime: 150 minutes Studio: World Wide Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A true story of quiet heroism in which faith and courage collide with the evil of Nazi tyranny. Ratings: My Rating: 7.4/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 7.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 86% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: N/A Plot Summary: Set during World War II in Nazi-occupied Holland, the film follows Corrie ten Boom and her devout Christian family, who secretly hide Jewish refugees in their home to protect them from persecution. Their underground work is eventually discovered, leading to arrest and imprisonment. Corrie and her sister Betsie are sent to the Ravensbrück concentration camp, where they endure severe hardship. Through suffering, loss, and injustice, their faith sustains them and becomes a source of hope for others, even in the darkest conditions. Critics Review: Critics generally praise The Hiding Place for its sincerity, emotion...

Ike: Countdown to D-Day Age Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 89 minutes Studio: A&E Television Networks Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A commander weighed down by history’s greatest gamble must inspire divided allies to unity — and lead the greatest invasion in human history before time runs out. Ratings: My Rating: 8.0/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 7.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 83% (audience) Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 6.7/10 Plot Summary: Ike: Countdown to D-Day dramatizes the crucial ninety days leading up to Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944. Tom Selleck stars as General Dwight D. Eisenhower, depicting his struggles to coordinate British, American, and Canadian leaders while preparing for one of the most complex military operations ever undertaken. The film focuses on the human side of command — the diplomatic balancing act between figures such as Churchill, Montgomery, and Patton, and the emotional weight Eisenhower...

Hidden Figures Runtime: 127 minutes Studio: 20th Century Fox Country of Origin: USA Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: Meet the women you don't know, behind the mission you do. Ratings: My Rating: 8.3/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 7.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 93% Critics, 92% Audience Metacritic: 74/100 TMDb: 7.8/10 Plot Summary: Hidden Figures tells the inspiring true story of three African-American women—Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson—who worked as mathematicians at NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, they played pivotal roles in launching astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a milestone in the Space Race. Critics Review: The film received widespread acclaim for its compelling storytelling and strong performances. Critics praised its uplifting narrative and the portrayal of its lead characters' resilience and intelligence. The film's ability to blend historical accuracy...

The Boy in the Plastic Bubble Runtime: 105 minutes Studio: ABC Circle Films Distributor: ABC Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A made-for-TV drama inspired by the true story of David Vetter, a boy born with a severe immune deficiency, who must live in a sterile environment to survive. John Travolta stars as the isolated teenager coping with the challenges of life inside a plastic bubble. Ratings: My Rating: 8/10 IMDb: 7.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: Not Available Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: 7.4/10 Plot Summary: The film follows Tod Lubitch, a boy born with a compromised immune system, forced to live in a sterile plastic environment. It depicts his struggles with isolation, desire for normal human contact, and the emotional challenges for his family and doctors as they navigate his unique medical condition. Critics Review: Praised for John Travolta’s performance and the emotional depth of the story, the film brought awareness to immunodeficiency ...

Bonnie and Clyde Runtime: 110 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A dramatized portrayal of the notorious bank-robbing duo Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow during the Great Depression, following their rise to infamy and eventual violent deaths. Ratings: My Rating: 8.2/10 IMDb: 7.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 90% Metacritic: 87/100 TMDb: 7.9/10 Plot Summary: The film follows Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow as they embark on a crime spree across the central United States during the Great Depression. From small-time robberies to high-profile bank heists, the couple's criminal exploits and romance captivate the public. Their violent end at the hands of law enforcement marks the conclusion of their infamous story. Critics Review: Praised for its innovative direction, performances, and cinematic style, Bonnie and Clyde became a landmark in American cinema, influencing the New Hollywood era. Critics highlighted the film's mi...

Full Name: Shawn Robert Ashmore Date of Birth: October 7, 1979 Place of Birth: Richmond, British Columbia, Canada Parents: Rick Ashmore (manufacturing engineer) Linda Ashmore (homemaker) Education: Earnscliffe Senior Public School Turner Fenton Secondary School in Brampton, Ontario Spouse(s): Dana Renee Wasdin, married July 27, 2012 – present Children: Oliver Ashmore (Mother: Dana Renee Wasdin) – DOB: 2017 Daughter (Mother: Dana Renee Wasdin) – DOB: 2023 Career / Professions: Actor Producer Acting / Performance Credits: 1. X-Men film series – Role: Bobby Drake / Iceman, 2000–2014 2. Animorphs – Role: Jake Berenson, 1998–1999 3. In a Heartbeat – Role: Tyler Connell, 2000–2001 4. The Following – Role: Agent Mike Weston, 2013–2015 5. The Rookie – Role: Attorney Wesley Evers, 2018–present 6. Terry – Role: Terry Fox, 2005 7. The Ruins – Role: Eric, 2008 8. Frozen – Role: Joe Lynch, 2010 9. Darkness Falls – Role: Detective Jeff Anderson, 2020 10. Aftermath – Role: Kevin Dadich, 2021 Awards a...

Full Name: Walter Deforest Kelley Jr . Date of Birth: January 20, 1920 Place of Birth: Tarkio, Missouri, United States Date of Death: June 11, 1999 Place of Death: Sylmar, Los Angeles, California, United States Cause of Death: Stomach cancer Parents: Walter Deforest Kelley Sr. Clara B. Kelley Education: University of Southern California, studied pharmacy and drama Spouse(s): Jeanette C. Robbins, married 1949 – until death Children: Katherine Kelley (Mother: Jeanette C. Robbins) – DOB: 1951 Career / Professions: Actor, Writer Acting / Performance Credits: 1. Star Trek: The Original Series – Role: Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy, 1966–1969 2. Star Trek Films – Role: Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy, 1979–1991 3. Wagon Train – Role: Dr. “Doc” Brackett, 1961–1965 4. The Twilight Zone – Guest Role, 1959 5. Perry Mason – Guest Role, 1960 Directorial / Production Credits: (None notable) Writing / Publications: (None notable) Stage / Theater Credits: 1. Skipper Next to God – Role: Various, 1940s 2. Various...

Full Name: Leonard Simon Nimoy Date of Birth: March 26, 1931 Place of Birth: Boston, Massachusetts, United States Date of Death: February 27, 2015 Place of Death: Los Angeles, California, United States Cause of Death: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Parents: Max Nimoy Doreen Nimoy Education: Boston Latin School; Los Angeles City College Spouse(s): Sandra Zober, married 1954 – divorced 1987 Susan Bay, married 1989 – until death Children: Julie Nimoy (Mother: Sandra Zober) – DOB: 1955 Adam Nimoy (Mother: Sandra Zober) – DOB: 1956 Career / Professions: Actor, Director, Producer, Photographer, Author, Singer Acting / Performance Credits: 1. Star Trek: The Original Series – Role: Spock, 1966–1969 2. Star Trek: The Animated Series – Role: Spock, 1973–1974 3. Star Trek Films – Role: Spock, 1979–2013 4. Mission: Impossible – Role: Paris, 1969–1970 5. In Search of… – Host, 1977–1982 Directorial / Production Credits: 1. Star Trek III: The Search for Spock – Director, 1984 2. Star Tr...

The Jesus Film Runtime: 137 minutes Studio: Worldwide Pictures Country of Origin: United States A faithful cinematic portrayal of the life, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, based primarily on the Gospel of Luke. Ratings: My Rating: 8.0/10 The Dove Foundation: G IMDb: 7.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: N/A Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary: Filmed on location in Israel, Jesus follows the life of Christ from His birth to His resurrection. The narrative is closely based on the Gospel of Luke, emphasizing Jesus' teachings, miracles, and ultimate sacrifice. Critics Review: Praised for its authenticity and reverence, capturing the essence of the Gospel narrative with minimal dramatization. Christian Perspective: Widely regarded as a faithful representation of the Gospel of Luke, making it a valuable resource for personal reflection and group study. Family Friendliness: Rated G; suitable for all audiences. Notable Songs: Score by Marlin Skiles

The Passion of the Christ Runtime: 127 minutes Studio: Icon Productions Country of Origin: United States A depiction of the last 12 hours of Jesus Christ’s life, focusing on His arrest, trial, crucifixion, and resurrection. Ratings: My Rating: 8.1/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Recommended for Families IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 62% Metacritic: 55 Plot Summary: The film vividly portrays the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus in the hours leading up to and including His crucifixion. Dialogue is presented in Aramaic, Latin, and Hebrew with English subtitles. It emphasizes Jesus’ fulfillment of prophecy and His role as the Savior. Critics Review: Praised for its visual intensity, emotional impact, and adherence to the Gospel of Luke and other Scriptures. Criticism focused on the graphic depiction of violence, which some found excessive. Christian Perspective: Highlights Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice for humanity’s sins and His unwavering obedience to God’s will. Strong spiritual and moral lesso...