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Expanded Rating Criteria
- 08-27-10 -
Takers (PG-13) +1 -4
- 08-20-10 -
Lottery Ticket (PG-13) +2 -2
The Switch (PG-13) +3 -3
- 08-13-10 -
Eat Pray Love (PG-13) +2.5 -2
Scott Pilgrim Vs. the World (PG-13) +2 -4
- 08-06-10 -
The Disappearance of Alice Creed (R) +1 -4
The Other Guys (PG-13) +3 -3
- 07-30-10 -
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (PG) +3 +3
Charlie St. Cloud (PG-13) +3 +2
Dinner for Schmucks (PG-13) +3 -3
Get Low (PG-13) +2 +2
- 07-23-10 -
Ramona and Beezus (G) +4 +3
Salt (PG-13) +2 -4
- 07-16-10 -
Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky (R) +2 -4
Inception (PG-13) +2 -4
The Sorcerer's Apprentice (PG) +2 +2
- 07-09-10 -
Despicable Me (PG) +4 +3
Micmacs (R) +4 -2
- 07-02-10 -
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (PG-13) +3 -2
The Last Airbender (PG) +2 +.5
- 06-25-10 -
Grown Ups (PG-13) +2 -2
Knight and Day (PG-13) +3 -2
- 06-18-10 -
Solitary Man (R) +3 -2
Toy Story 3 (PG) +4 +3
- 06-11-10 -
The A-Team (PG-13) +3 -2
The Karate Kid (PG) +3 +2.5
- 06-04-10 -
Marmaduke (PG) +2 +3
- 05-28-10 -
The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (PG-13) +2 +2
- 05-21-10 -
Waking Sleeping Beauty (PG) +4 +3
- 05-14-10 -
Just Wright (PG) +2 +2
Letters to Juliet (PG) +3 +3
Robin Hood (PG-13) +2 +2
- 05-07-10 -
Babies (PG) +4 +3
Iron Man 2 (PG-13) +3 +2
- 04-30-10 -
Furry Vengeance (PG) +1 +2
- 04-23-10 -
The Back-Up Plan (PG-13) +1 -4
Oceans (PG) +4 +3
- 04-16-10 -
Death at a Funeral (2010) (R) +2 -4
Greenberg (R) +1 -4
The Joneses (R) +2 -4
KICK-ASS (R) +2 -4
The Perfect Game (PG) +4 +4
- 04-09-10 -
Date Night (PG-13) +3 -3
Letters To God (PG) +4 +4
The Runaways (R) +2 -4
- 04-02-10 -
Clash of the Titans (2010) (PG-13) +1 +2
City Island (PG-13) +4 -2
- 03-26-10 -
How to Train Your Dragon (PG) +4 +3
The Last Song (PG) +3 +3
- 03-19-10 -
The Bounty Hunter (PG-13) +2 -3
- 03-12-10 -
The Ghost Writer (PG-13) +4 -2
- 03-05-10 -
Alice in Wonderland (PG) +2 +2
- 02-26-10 -
Blood Done Sign My Name (PG-13) +3 +2
Cop Out (R) 0 -4
The Crazies (R) +2 -4
Lord, Save Us From Your Followers (PG) +4 +3
- 02-19-10 -
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
(PG)		 +2 +2
The Last Station (R) +2 +.5
- 02-12-10 -
Valentine's Day (PG-13) +3 +1
The Wolfman (2010) (R) +2 -2
- 02-05-10 -
Dear John (PG-13) +2 +2.5
- 01-29-10 -
Edge of Darkness (R) +2 -4
When in Rome (PG-13) +2 +3
- 01-22-10 -
Extraordinary Measures (PG) +4 -1
Tooth Fairy (PG) +3 +3
To Save a Life (PG-13) +3 +2
- 01-15-10 -
The Book of Eli (R) +3 +1
The Spy Next Door (PG) +2 +2
- 01-08-10 -
The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (PG-13) +1 -3
Leap Year (PG) NR NR
- 12-25-09 -
It's Complicated (R) +3 +1
Nine (PG-13) +4 +2
Sherlock Holmes (PG-13) +3 +2
- 12-18-09 -
Avatar (PG-13) +2 -4
Crazy Heart (R) +3 -3
Did You Hear About The Morgans? (PG-13) +2 +2
The Princess and the Frog (G) +4 +3
The Young Victoria (PG) +4 +3
- 12-11-09 -
Invictus (PG-13) +2 +2
The Lovely Bones (PG-13) +1 -3
Up In The Air (R) +3 -4


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NEW!!! Letters to God comes to video stores August 10th!
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NEW!!! TVGuardian: New Solution For an Old Problem
Both from artistic and spiritual perspectives, crude, obscene and profane dialogue in movies and on television has devalued the prose, poetry and power of language. And I think this product should be in the TV-bearing home of anyone who identifies himself as a Christian.
Ramona and Beezus and Aslan and the Public School System
Though Hollywood is a land of great creative opportunity, it is also one that can eat away at the soul. But, make no mistake, there are people, and companies, determined to enliven the heart, while also respecting the teachings of the Bible. One such multimedia entertainment company is Walden Media.
Film Critic Asks, "Should I Relate to Moviegoers?"
"Like the industrial age before it, the information age has changed our lives in monumental new ways, including how a lot of us are learning about spirituality. Research suggests fifty million people will rely solely on the Internet—indeed the new Roman Road—for their faith-based experiences in 2010".
New Book Examines the Christian's Responsibility to Witness Via the Internet
"Like the industrial age before it, the information age has changed our lives in monumental new ways, including how a lot of us are learning about spirituality. Research suggests fifty million people will rely solely on the Internet—indeed the new Roman Road—for their faith-based experiences in 2010".
Casablanca and the Christian
Hopefully, after this full-out explanation of my love affair with this, the second best film ever made (IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE gets my vote for best film), those who have an affection for the film will see what I'm trying to do when I recommend it.
Movies - Are They Good or Evil?
If you don't remember the time, your grandparents will. I'm speaking of an era when movies were a no-no. Like wearing makeup and playing pool, the good Christian wasn't supposed to go to motion pictures. Nowadays very few preach against movie-going. Maybe they should.
A Shark Attack Was "Part of God's Plan"
Remember around six years ago when we heard of the surfer girl who lost her arm to a shark? Just about everybody I've spoken to can recount that news event. Her name is Bethany Hamilton and after hearing the details of her story, it sounds more like a Hollywood movie. Indeed, it soon will be.
Pearl
Set in 1920s rural Oklahoma, PEARL is the true story of Pearl Carter Scott, the youngest licensed pilot in American history.  Mentored by world-renowned aviator Wiley Post, Pearl first pilots a plane at age 12 and becomes a commercial pilot and local barnstorming celebrity before she reaches adulthood.  As she finds love and becomes a wife and mother, her two greatest passions collide.
Teens and the Movies (Part 2)
Part two of my predicament: today's high schooler is courted by movie studios predominantly with two film genres – the teen comedy and the sci-fi adventure. Alas, the teen comedy is usually full of crudity and often wit found sophomoric to even sophomores.
Teens and the Movies (Part 1)
I'm often asked to suggest DVDs for teens. Here's the predicament; not only do I have to find quality films that might amuse those of a generation behind me (well, two generations behind me), I also have to search out movies that don't contain something that someone will find offensive. (Try doing that.)
Letters to God Offers Hope
While dealing with a sad reality, the script does contain humor and uplifting themes. What's more, it addresses a subject seldom discussed – children's reaction to their lives ending so quickly.
What Has Become Acceptable to Christian Moviegoers?
A Five-Part Series by Preview Editor Phil Boatwright
PART ONE: "Franky, my dear, I don't give a damn..."
PART TWO: What Hollywood Demands of You
PART THREE: Pretty Girls in the Movies
PART FOUR: Hollywood's Worst Offense - And Ours?
PART FIVE: Where to write – What to write – Is writing enough?
A Note From Your Reviewer
The wonder of movies is that one picture will reach one person, while completely mystifying another. A film critic is merely giving an opinion. But as my purpose is not to promote a movie, neither is it meant to condemn.
Sci-Fi Book Contains Biblical Truths
I’m not normally a Sci-fi book buff. I begrudgingly followed the search for Frodo’s ring, and like Narnia’s Pevensie kids, I needed to know what was on the other side of that mysterious closet.
A Critic's Confession
For the past twenty years I have been reviewing films from a Christian perspective - offering the synopsis and content so parents and concerned moviegoers could decide if the new releases were suitable for their viewing.
Secrets Of A Film Critic - A tongue-in-cheek interview of Phil Boatwright, Editor of Preview OnLine. Not for the faint of heart.
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NEW!!! The Least Among You
Both touching and involving, the DVD can be appreciated for good storytelling, sincere performances and solid messages, one against prejudice and intolerance, the other, just as important, the realization that with patience and grace our enemies can often be won over.
Hachi: A Dog's Tale
I've seen 'em all, from Lassie to My Dog Skip. I think this one is the best because there's no subplot with the animal saving the family from home invaders or romancing another canine over a bowl of spaghetti. It's a very simple story (though full of poignancy) about a man connecting with a dog.
Peanuts 1970s Collection, Volume 2
Six remastered Peanuts TV specials will be released together on DVD for the first time on June 1st. Warner Bros. Home Video offers the two-disc set features six primetime animated specials, including one that's never been released on DVD. The set also includes bonus material
Preacher's Kid
Certainly the premise is a natural. The makers have tweaked the Prodigal Son parable, updating it by changing the lead's gender, and having the father needing to learn as many lessons as his wayward child.
Flicka 2
A bit corny in spots, still it's a tried-and-true formula. Both girl and animal struggle with authority, finding something within one another that makes life tolerable.
The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry
Although it played on 300 theater screens and became one of the top 15 grossing independent theatrical movies of 2009, it got by me. Finally, I was sent a screener and was I surprised. It is a very moving, well-made production.

QUICK LIST OF REVIEWS OF RECENT DVD RELEASES (as of 08/27/10)
(titles in BOLD received positive content ratings)

The Back-Up Plan (PG-13)
City Island (PG-13)
The Last Song (PG)
Furry Vengeance (PG)
Date Night (PG-13)
Death at a Funeral (2010) (R)
The Joneses (R)
To Save A Life (PG-13)
Kick-Ass (R)
The Ghost Writer (PG-13)
Clash of the Titans (2010) (PG-13)
Cop Out (R)
The Runaways (R)
The Bounty Hunter (PG-13)
Greenberg (R)
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lighning Thief (PG)
The Crazies (R)
Alice in Wonderland (PG)
The Road (R)
Extraordinary Measures (PG)
The Spy Next Door (PG)
Leap Year (PG)
Nine (PG-13)
Tooth Fairy (PG)
The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus (PG-13)
It's Complicated (R)

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