181 episodes

Jeffrey Skopak and Michael Popp explore the intersection of faith, cinema, and the contemporary context of American culture. Using both classic movies as well as new releases, Skopak and Popp discuss how the cultural collisions of the twenty-first century are reflected in the movies and how Scripture speaks faith, comfort, and direction for the follower of Jesus. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-skopak/support

Christ, Culture, and Cinema Jeffrey Skopak

    • Religion & Spirituality

Jeffrey Skopak and Michael Popp explore the intersection of faith, cinema, and the contemporary context of American culture. Using both classic movies as well as new releases, Skopak and Popp discuss how the cultural collisions of the twenty-first century are reflected in the movies and how Scripture speaks faith, comfort, and direction for the follower of Jesus. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-skopak/support

    Knight and Day - Why Do You Admire Sacrifice?

    Knight and Day - Why Do You Admire Sacrifice?

    in this episode we look at a action/Romantic Comedy that challenges us to think about life decisions, sacrifice, and what is most important. Join us on this ride as we make our way through explosions, laughter, and sacrifices...


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    • 31 min
    Passengers: The Moral and Ethical Consequences of Decision Making

    Passengers: The Moral and Ethical Consequences of Decision Making

    What if the "hero" faced moral and ethical decisions that adversely impacted the life of another? What if he was not so heroic and his decisions led to the death of another? And what if that person found it in her heart to reconcile and make the awful situation work? That is what we will explore this week in this Sci-Fi survival meets love story


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    • 41 min
    The Meg - You Don't Know What You Don't Know

    The Meg - You Don't Know What You Don't Know

    A summer blockbuster movie...a prehistoric shark...and a complicated hero with a past. This week we look at a summer action/adventure movie that presents a character with depth and flaws. Those around him assume much but seemingly know little. What do you know about other people? Are you quick to rush to judgment?


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    • 36 min
    Road House - Boundaries, Self-Control, and Self-Awareness

    Road House - Boundaries, Self-Control, and Self-Awareness

    Another Road House?! How do you remake a classic without upsetting loyal fans of the late Patrick Swayze? By keeping key elements, repeating memorable lines, but making a very different movie. Jake Gyllenhaal takes the lead role of Dalton in a very different direction. Questions arise about his background, self-control, and boundaries he tries to establish for his life. What happens when those boundaries are tested and he crosses the line?


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    • 34 min
    Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby - The Need for Parental Love and Guidance

    Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby - The Need for Parental Love and Guidance

    This week we look at a comedy classic that inadvertently puts a spotlight on the need for parental guidance, discipline, and love. Join us as we explore this oft quoted movie and see that there are some hidden gems of parental assistance and care.


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    • 39 min
    Welcome to Marwen - Taking the Time to Know The Story

    Welcome to Marwen - Taking the Time to Know The Story

    In this important movie we are challenged to get beyond the facade and get to know the depth, hurts, pains, and story of another person. All too often we do not take the time to understand why a person acts and behaves the way they do.

    But what happens when we do? We just might learn to accept the person right where they are because their story is important.


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    • 30 min

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