As a Catholic film critic, Sister Hosea Rupprecht focuses on the human quality of the story, while not neglecting the quality of the filmmaking that brings that story to life.
Looking at the Oscar nominees for best picture through the lens of human dignity
As season four premieres around world, ‘The Chosen’ actors talk faith, life struggles
The creators of “The Chosen” never thought in their wildest dreams they would be walking the red carpets from Los Angeles to New York and from London to Warsaw, with screaming fans begging for selfies.
‘Padre Pio’ actor Shia LaBeouf fully enters the Catholic Church New Year’s Eve
Shia LaBeouf, a veteran of Hollywood, who recently portrayed a beloved saint on screen has now embraced the Catholic faith in real life. LaBeouf starring as Padre Pio, received the sacrament of confirmation, completing his initiation into the Catholic faith, during the New Year holiday weekend.
‘Freud’s Last Session’: A timely film on questions of God and human dialogue
Anthony Hopkins stars as the pioneering psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud with Matthew Goode starring as C.S. Lewis, “Freud’s Last Session” is set on the tense precipice of the Second World War.
A selection of holiday movies
Since yuletide films naturally tend to qualify as family-friendly, they can also provide an opportunity to gather the clan, make some popcorn and relax together.
‘Glee’ producer brings Nativity musical ‘Journey to Bethlehem’ to theaters
Upon discovering that there’s never been a musical produced about the Nativity, Adam Anders wrote “Journey to Bethlehem”. It’s not a documentary, but it’s “Inspired by a true story – the greatest story ever told.”
Movie Review: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
Taylor Swift’s movie is a powerful summation of her life and work so far. The idea for the film was to craft an experience just as communal and immersive as the vocalist’s live events.
The Miracle Club
A pilgrimage to Lourdes provides the framework for the tender drama “The Miracle Club” (Sony Classics)