MOVIES

(and, of course, mostly DVD's)

It's like time around the campfire.  It don't get no better than  this...if it is a good production that dramatizes some of life's essential truths, even from pagan writers and producers.  Not that you'll carry them in your saddle bag, exactly, though that's not far from happening these days.   If not all denouements fit the biblical model, assuming passable content for the kids, an evening with NetFlix can create powerful discussions.  This, like some TV programs, may be the source of your greatest surprise at the depth to which your legacy children understand message, context, and consequences.  Dissecting a movie with the sons and daughters, teaching them critical thinking probably won't happen in school.  You're it, Dad.

MATT, THE MOVIE MOGUL, WOULD ENJOY INTERACTING OVER SOME OF OUR SELECTIONS AS WELL AS YOUR OWN.

But, maybe all you need is a critical resources. I list two here. The first, Christian Cinema encourages free newsletter subscriptions.

Here’s a January 2010 report on ten movies by Christianity Today

Under-construction note:  It will take awhile to line up the best of the movies that specifically fit the them of this site and the book.  Matt, the movie watcher, analysist and discussion leader (for clients and his children), is a fountain of insight on the applications to real life.  Kids don't do bad, either.  You may post or email if you have a specific fathering, character-building movie to recommend. Data and themes will be provided later. ]

www.MovieGlimpse.com is a great starting place to check out what you did order or should order next time.

Braveheart (Dad, older sons) Leadership and courage.

Story of US (Parents: only for older children.  One of the best)

Narnia series (Lots of discussion, older expounding to younger)

Fireproof (Family; discussion of marriage, commitment, love)

Facing the Giants (Whole family) Ambition, perseverance overcome bad starts in life.

Les Miserable (whole family proably eight and up if every discusses).  The classic of forgiveness and the reclamation of Grace.

Lots and lots if you consider every movie at home or in the theater is a “teachable 120 minutes” perfect for discussion.  Not so much preachin’ as listnin and being surprised on what they’ve learned from you so far.
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Les Miserable

The Kid (more for Dad's).  Shaming you back to time with The Kid has its merit