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Three Musketeers, The, 1993, PG, 1 hr 45 min

The Three Musketeers Age Rating: PG Runtime: 105 minutes Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Country of Origin: United States A young swordsman joins three legendary musketeers to defend honor, friendship, and the crown against betrayal and corruption. Ratings: My Rating: 6.2/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 6.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 31% Metacritic: 52/100 TMDb: 6.4/10 Plot Summary: D’Artagnan, an eager and idealistic young man, travels to Paris to join the King’s Musketeers. Instead, he finds them disbanded due to the schemes of the corrupt Cardinal Richelieu. Along the way, he befriends three former musketeers—Athos, Porthos, and Aramis—each with their own personalities and pasts. Together, they uncover a plot to overthrow the king and seize control of France. Facing danger, betrayal, and political intrigue, the four unite under the famous motto “All for one, and one for all,” risking their lives to restore justice and protect the throne. Critics Review: The film received mixed reviews, with ...

Radio, 2003, PG, 1 hr 49 min

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...

Last Action Hero, The, 1993, PG-13, 2 hr 10 min

Last Action Hero Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 130 minutes Studio: Columbia Pictures Country of Origin: United States A young movie fan is magically pulled into the world of his favorite action hero—where cinematic fantasy collides with real-world consequences. Ratings: My Rating: 6.4/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 6.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 40% Metacritic: 44/100 TMDb: 6.4/10 Plot Summary: Danny Madigan, a teenage movie lover, idolizes action star Jack Slater, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Through a magical movie ticket, Danny is transported into Slater’s latest film, where the exaggerated rules of action movies—invincible heroes, endless ammo, and over-the-top villains—are the norm. As Danny tries to convince Slater that his world isn’t real, a villain escapes into the real world, where the stakes become genuine and deadly. Slater must adapt to reality, where he can be hurt and actions have consequences, while Danny learns the difference between fantasy and truth. Together, the...

House of David, 2024–, TV-PG, 7 hr 20 min

House of David Season 1 Age Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 440 minutes Studio: Amazon MGM Studios Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A shepherd rises from obscurity to destiny, as faith, failure, and kingship collide in one of Scripture’s most human stories. Ratings: My Rating: 7.4/10 The Dove Foundation: TV-PG IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 78% Metacritic: 70 TMDb: 7.5/10 Plot Summary: House of David follows the life of David, the young shepherd chosen by God to become king of Israel. Beginning with his humble origins, the series traces his anointing by the prophet Samuel, his rise to prominence after defeating Goliath, and his complicated relationship with King Saul. As David gains favor with the people, Saul’s jealousy intensifies, forcing David into a life of exile and survival. Along the way, the series explores David’s friendships, his deep faith in God, and the moral struggles that shape him into a leader. The story balances political intrigue,...

Delta Force 2, The, 1990, R, 1 hr 46 min

The Delta Force 2 Age Rating: R Runtime: 106 minutes Studio: Cannon Group / Golan-Globus Productions Country of Origin: United States Franchise: The Delta Force Franchise Position: 2nd in series When terrorists hijack a plane carrying U.S. citizens in the Middle East, the Delta Force is deployed to rescue the hostages and stop the extremists before they execute their deadly plan. Ratings: My Rating: IMDb 5.0 / Rotten Tomatoes 9% / Metacritic N/A / TMDb 5.8 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 5.0 Rotten Tomatoes: 9% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 5.8 Plot Summary: In Delta Force 2, terrorists hijack an airliner filled with American passengers in an attempt to manipulate international politics. The elite Delta Force team, led by Major Scott McCoy, is dispatched to confront the terrorists, save the hostages, and dismantle their network. The mission spans tense action sequences, strategic assaults, and dramatic combat operations, reflecting Cold War–era fears of global terrorism. Critics Review: The fil...

Delta Force, The, 1986, R, 2 hr 9 min

The Delta Force Age Rating: R Runtime: 129 minutes Studio: Golan‑Globus Productions / Cannon Group Country of Origin: United States Franchise: The Delta Force Franchise Position: 1st in series An elite U.S. special operations team races against time to stop terrorists who have hijacked a passenger jet and take innocent lives. Ratings: My Rating: IMDb 5.7 / Rotten Tomatoes 14% / Metacritic 37 / TMDb 6.0 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 5.7 Rotten Tomatoes: 14% Metacritic: 37 TMDb: 6.0 Plot Summary: After a commercial Boeing 707 is hijacked by terrorists, an elite team known as the Delta Force—led by Major Scott McCoy and Colonel Nick Alexander—mobilizes to save the hostages. Facing a tense international crisis, the commandos use specialized skills and tactics to infiltrate, confront the captors, and attempt a daring rescue in Beirut, racing against time as the lives of the innocent hang in the balance. Critics Review: Critics were largely unfavorable toward The Delta Force. Many described...

First Kid (1996), PG, 101 min

First Kid Age Rating: PG Runtime: 101 minutes Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A family comedy about responsibility, friendship, and growing up under pressure—set inside the White House. Ratings: My Rating: 5.4/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved (Family-Friendly) IMDb: 5.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 8% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 5.7/10 Plot Summary: First Kid stars Sinbad as Sam Simms, a Secret Service agent assigned to protect the President’s rebellious teenage son, Luke Davenport. Initially dismissed as inexperienced and unqualified, Sam struggles to connect with Luke, who feels isolated and resentful of the restrictions placed on him as the First Son. Over time, Sam gains Luke’s trust by offering guidance, discipline, and friendship. When Luke becomes entangled in trouble with a manipulative classmate and a false accusation involving stolen exam answers, Sam stands by him, helping him face consequences and grow in characte...