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Shock rock jumps the shark with Nicki Minaj’s Grammy fiasco
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John W. Kennedy
Here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. Trite shock. From NewsCore @ myFoxdetroit.com: The Catholic League on Monday slammed the organizers of the Grammy Awards for allowing Nicki Minaj’s act, in which she portrayed an exorcism laden with religious iconography and sexual imagery. The R&B singer failed to take…
Advice to Hollywood: Appeal to the mainstream + a look at 2012-2013 network pilots
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John W. Kennedy
Sorry for the unscheduled hiatus. Another writing gig required some extra attention. But, I’m glad to be back and here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. Memo to Hollywood: Don’t insult your customers. From The Hollywood Reporter: Wanna make money in Hollywood? Release patriotic movies that promote conservative values…
Wives of preachers to get TV reality treatment + Catholic League president praises “October Baby”
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John W. Kennedy
Here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. TLC says “I Do” to Preacher Wives. From The NY Daily News: Set in Atlanta, TLC is describing the show as a “candid look into the holy worlds of outspoken ladies” who work to keep churches running smoothly…“Preacher Wives” will follow the…
Excellent faith-based “The Way” coming to VOD, DVD & Blue-Ray
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John W. Kennedy
Here are today’s dispatches from the crossroads of faith, media and culture. 1. The Way making its way to VOD, DVD Blu-Ray. Written and directed by Emilio Estevez , the powerful and inspirational 2011 film which I thoroughly enjoyed is available Feb. 9, 2012, on VOD on all providers, and the DVD is in stores…
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