Just when you think that Hollywood has done everything it can with films about the horrors of the Holocaust, along comes a film like Operation Finale that reminds us that it's absolutely essential to keep telling these stories so that we can continue to learn from them. Synopsis: Metro Goldwyn … [Read more...] about Operation Finale
Movies
Dog Days: Rover’s the Plus One for This Summer RomCom
New out in theaters this week, Dog Days has all of the ingredients for a perfect romantic comedy: an A-list cast playing a variety of mostly likeable characters, a mixup of scenarios offering comedic opportunities, and enough "real world" moments that just about anyone can relate to and learn from. … [Read more...] about Dog Days: Rover’s the Plus One for This Summer RomCom
Lisa Hendey & Friends EXTRA! Brigham Taylor “Christopher Robin”
Listen to this week's podcast online at Podbean, Libsyn, iHeartRadio On this week's show, we welcome Brigham Taylor, the producer of Disney's Christoper Robin, opening nationwide this weekend. About Christopher Robin Christopher Robin -- now a family man living in London -- receives a surprise … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends EXTRA! Brigham Taylor “Christopher Robin”
Using MoviePass for Spiritual Insight
It’s Summer blockbuster season, which means that screens nationwide are filled with snarling supersized dinosaurs and superheroes saving the day. And if you’re paying attention to headlines, you’ll find the innovative company MoviePass turning heads with the inconceivable offer of one movie ticket … [Read more...] about Using MoviePass for Spiritual Insight
#WATWLisa “What’s Awesome This Week, Lisa?” for July 6, 2018
What an awesome week! I hope your Fourth of July celebration was all beachballs (the best) and zero jellyfish (bummers). My week zipped by, punctuated by some excitement that I hope to share with you soon. Along the way, I had a sneak peek at an awesome film coming this Fall. For that screening, I … [Read more...] about #WATWLisa “What’s Awesome This Week, Lisa?” for July 6, 2018
Pope Francis on the Silver Screen
Out this month are two new films that feature Pope Francis in ways that help us better know his teachings and personality. Beyond the Sun Credited by Crux as "the first time a pope has ever appeared in a feature film", this film's proceeds will directly benefit Los Hogares de Cristo and El … [Read more...] about Pope Francis on the Silver Screen
Wraith: A Pro-Life Thriller
Launching across a variety of digital platforms this week, Wraith is not your typical horror movie. I'm not normally a fan of this genre, but I made an exception with Wraith because the film deals so explicitly with the issue of abortion and features an exorcism by a Catholic priest. Unfolding in … [Read more...] about Wraith: A Pro-Life Thriller
Lisa Hendey & Friends #08: Megan Harrington, “The Dating Project”
On this week's show, we welcome Megan Harrington, the writer and producer of "The Dating Project", a feature documentary for Paulist Productions, Mpower Pictures and Family Theater Productions. The film will be in theaters nationwide on April 17. Find ticket information … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends #08: Megan Harrington, “The Dating Project”
The Miracle Season
https://youtu.be/5WyHB9D2Su0 Synopsis: In the inspiring true-life drama THE MIRACLE SEASON, one girl’s story leads her team and town to victory. In Iowa, the girls’ volleyball team, from Iowa City West High School, brings their community together, and Caroline Found – or “Line,” as she nicknamed … [Read more...] about The Miracle Season
Lisa Hendey & Friends #06: Eric Groth, Executive Producer of Paul, Apostle of Christ
On this week's show, we welcome Eric Groth, President and CEO of ODB Films and Executive Producer of the new film Paul, Apostle of Christ. https://youtu.be/7DFGmw5oe0E Eric Groth is President and CEO of ODB Films. Founded in 2005, ODB Films is an award-winning not-for-profit Catholic video … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends #06: Eric Groth, Executive Producer of Paul, Apostle of Christ
Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #03 – Stephen Chbosky “Wonder” and Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky “Perfectly Human”
It's time for a new Lisa Hendey & Friends podcast! Our guests this week are Stephen Chbosky, director of Wonder (coming to DVD and digital release this week) and Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky, an orthopaedic surgeon and the author of Perfectly Human. Sharing both of these interviews together reminds … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #03 – Stephen Chbosky “Wonder” and Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky “Perfectly Human”
The 15:17 to Paris
https://youtu.be/IC_lnyn2R2Q Does life--even its ups and downs--prepare each of us to be something greater than we believe we're capable of being? The 15:17 to Paris shows us the stories behind an unlikely trio of courageous young men's call to action and all of the ingredients that prepared them … [Read more...] about The 15:17 to Paris
Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #02 – Ken Kniepmann: Lent Prep!
Believe it or not, it's almost time for Lent! If you're like me, maybe you're still unwrapping the gifts of the Christmas season. But the time has come to ponder our Lenten fasting, prayer and almsgiving. To that end, I'm happy to share my interview with Ken Kniepmann, author of the new book Lenten … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #02 – Ken Kniepmann: Lent Prep!
Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #01 – Pete Socks
I'm happy to be back behind the microphone for a new project, my "Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast" with Breadbox Media. Breadbox Media has been around for a few years in different formats, but the team there is now at work assembling an impressive team of podcasters that includes Sonja Corbitt, … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #01 – Pete Socks
12 Strong
Some of the toughest scenes to watch in 12 Strong--the ones that most hit me in the gut--don't happen when a band of Green Berets courageously venture, against all odds, into war astride horses. They don't happen in bloody battle scenes of man versus tank. They're not played out as inexperienced … [Read more...] about 12 Strong
Forever My Girl
I find it perfect that Forever My Girl launches in theaters nationwide today, on the weekend when we gather nationwide to champion the dignity of every human life. On its surface, this likable romcom is a story about love lost and refound and about the beauty and complexity of chasing our dreams. … [Read more...] about Forever My Girl