The documentary on Fred Rogers, Won’t You Be My Neighbor, is making its way out of theaters. Go see it, even if the kids stay home; it’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how Mr. Rogers’ Gospel-inspired invitation to … Read More
“Incredibles 2,” as promised by the actors before the movie began, was well worth the more than a decade wait for the sequel. Funny, action-packed and beautifully made, this is a fantastic family movie. by Jen Schlameuss-Perry Except … Read More
Solo: A Star Wars Story offers a glimpse into three years of Han Solo’s life, which is meant to give us an understanding of where he came from and how he became the hero that we all love. Don’t worry—he knows. … Read More
In Avengers: Infinity Wars, personal sacrifice to save the life of another is a major theme—as is the value of a single human life. Here’s your Catholic family movie review, complete with the trailer and discussion questions for your older … Read More
The latest installment of Marvel Comic movies, “Black Panther,” is timely, beautiful and an important commentary on our responsibility toward one another — particularly those who aren’t directly related to us. Go see it. Bring your teens. Bring your youth group. … Read More
The Star Wars franchise has had plenty of ups and downs, but The Last Jedi was a two-hour-and-thirty-minute expression of those ups and downs all in one shot. There were cheerful moments (moments when everyone cheered) and “Seriously?” moments. The … Read More
The DC movies have been considered by most to be falling short of their competitor, Marvel, but Justice League, more than any of their most recent movies, in my opinion, holds up. It’s not a movie for all kids, but I … Read More
The LEGO movies have been consistently excellent. The LEGO Ninjago Movie is no exception. Continuing with their father relationship themes, this movie has great talking points and family dynamic issues on which to reflect. by Jen Schlameuss-Perry … Read More
Besides delivering amazing special effects and a solid plot, Planet of the Apes deals with themes of war, peace, fear and mercy, all of which make for a great faith conversation with teens. by Jen Schlameuss-Perry I … Read More
May 4th, in case you didn’t know, is “Star Wars Day,” because “May the fourth” sounds so much like “May the force. . . ,” as in, “May the force be with you,” the iconic catch-phrase from the Star … Read More
