All Culture articles – Page 8
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Magazine FeaturesJesus Christ Superstar: Offensive blasphemy or evangelistic tool?
Billy Graham said it bordered on blasphemy. Comedian Tim Minchin dubbed it a ‘radical atheist’ production. But 50 years on from its London debut, this classic rock musical endures. Were the protests of yesteryear misguided?
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News AnalysisWill King Charles III defend the faith?
The Queen was perhaps the most visible – and admired – Christian in British public life. But how will her son’s faith influence his rule?
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News AnalysisIs Shia LaBeouf’s conversion for real this time?
Ahead of the premiere of his new film, Padre Pio, Shia LeBeouf has claimed playing the saint rekindled his faith. Heather Tomlinson takes a closer look at what the actor told Bishop Robert Barron in the viral YouTube interview
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OpinionHow Tolkien’s Christian faith influenced The Lord of the Rings
Reported to cost more than £350 million, Amazon’s new series Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is the most expensive TV series ever created. Giles Gough takes a look at how J.R.R Tolkien’s Catholic faith shaped one of the best-selling books of all time
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Real Life‘I was abused for a decade and made to feel it was my fault’
As the damning report into the sexual exploitation of children in Telford is finally released, 20-year-old Samantha Smith shares her story of grooming and abuse, and how her faith is slowly helping her through it
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Magazine FeaturesGetting high with the Most High
A growing number of Christians are experimenting with psychedelic drugs to heal past trauma and find God. But it’s akin to spiritual Russian roulette, says Carrie Lloyd
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ReviewsRedeeming Love: A beautiful retelling of Hosea…but you might miss the message
Jennie Pollock reviews one of the most hotly anticipated Christian films of the year
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Interviews‘Life is about to get harder…but God will send renewal’ Mark Sayers on Covid, war and politics
What if in the midst of political instability and rising living costs, God is up to something exciting? That’s the belief of Mark Sayers. Tim Bechervaise caught up with the Aussie church leader, podcaster and writer to find out more
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Magazine FeaturesChristians are losing the culture war…but so is everyone else. What would Jesus do?
In everything from trans rights to the inclusion of gay people in our churches, people on both sides of the debate believe they’re losing the argument. Jamie Cutteridge explores why
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ReviewsWhy Christian leaders need friends, not fans
The number of well-known evangelical pastors exposed for committing ministry-ending sins has reached such a level that entire books are now being written on the subject. Here’s our review of Katelyn Beaty’s offering, Celebrities for Jesus
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Opinion40 years on, Blade Runner fans are still unearthing hidden meanings. Here’s a Christian interpretation
40 years on from the release of Blade Runner, Giles Gough digs deep into Ridley Scott’s sci-fi masterpiece, in an attempt to discover a Christian message
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ReviewsThor 4: Fast, funny, forgettable...and deeply theological
Thor: Love and Thunder is all about trying to beat death in the face of an uncaring universe.
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OpinionWhy privatising Channel 4 will mean less religious broadcasting
In April, the government announced plans to sell Channel 4. Details were due this week but, due to changes at Westminster, these have been delayed. Yesterday, C4’s CEO told the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) committee that privatising the network would impact creative innovation. Should Christians care?
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Magazine FeaturesManifesting: This positive thinking trend is popular with young people. Here’s a Christian response
Can you really think yourself rich, married or successful? Carrie Lloyd investigates
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ReviewsRicky Gervais is still using old atheist objections in his 'cruel' comedy. But Supernature is entertaining
Ricky Gervais is still using tired atheist objections in his comedy. And while some Christians will also object to the bad language contained in the new Netflix special, sitcom writer James Cary wants to engage with the comedian's contentious material
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ReviewsTestament is a promising British retelling of the parables. It’s just a shame the message gets muddled
Paul Syrstad has set his biblical epic in the modern day. The premise is promising, but the delivery isn’t fully coherent, says our reviewer
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Magazine FeaturesFather Stu is a Christian film…but not as you know it
Your enjoyment of Father Stu is contingent on your tolerance for both bad language and Mark Wahlberg, says our reviewer. Nevertheless, this movie does mark a positive step forward in the evolution of Christian filmmaking
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OpinionIs Eurovision’s Sam Ryder a man of faith?
The ears of Christians picked up when Sam Ryder compared the atmosphere at Eurovision to being in church. Is Ryder a Christian himself? Derek Walker investigates
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ReviewsThe Kardashians: The Christian faith of the world’s most famous family
As a new series of The Kardashians begins, Megan Cornwell wonders what Jesus would say to Kim, Khloé, Kris and co
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Magazine FeaturesCryptomania explained: What Christians need to consider before investing in Bitcoin
Bitcoin is here to stay – but what exactly is it? How does it work? And should Christians invest?
