Category Archives: Film Shots

Scattershooting while wondering about films and films and faith.

In Case You Missed It Film Review Series: “War Photographer”

Posted on May 29, 2012 by revkennydickson

With the recent murders of foreign correspondents James Foley and Steven Sotloff we are reminded the danger war correspondents accept in their determination to report on wars and conflicts and in so doing share the suffering these bring to so … Continue reading →

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“True Grit” Sermon

Posted on May 20, 2012 by revkennydickson

4/29/12  Sermon     Acts 4:5-21   “True Grit” Wanted: Disciples.  Grit and Boldness Required. http://r.b5z.net/i/u/10092240/m/Sermon_120429.mp3

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Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, but not Very Obvious.

Posted on May 19, 2012 by revkennydickson

This review originally appeared in the United Methodist Reporter. Set in New York City during the painful days following the 9/11 attack, “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close” opens a window to the struggle and pain the tragedy inflicted on a … Continue reading →

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DIFF Notes “Brooklyn Brothers Beat the Best”

Posted on May 16, 2012 by revkennydickson

“The Brooklyn Bothers Beat the Best” is a film to put on your list for September if you like quirky characters (Jim and Alex,) road story genres, catchy though offbeat music, and don’t have “virgin ears.” The Story is about … Continue reading →

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Jewels From Jules

Posted on May 10, 2012 by revkennydickson

Jules Winnfield, the repentant gangster in Quentin Tarantino’s “Pulp Fiction,” when trying to explain why he was getting out of “the life” to his unrepentant partner Vincent Vega said his decision came after he “had what alcoholics call a ‘moment … Continue reading →

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