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Netflix’s upcoming Biblical epic, Mary, set to release on December 6, has stirred significant backlash online due to its casting choices. Critics accuse the streaming giant of historical inaccuracy and political insensitivity. The film, which reimagines the story of Jesus’ birth through the perspective of his mother, Mary, stars Israeli actress Noa Cohen in the…

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Christian moviegoers have reason to celebrate as Mel Gibson is reportedly scouting locations in Malta for the highly anticipated sequel to “The Passion of the Christ.” The 2004 blockbuster, which portrayed the final hours of Jesus’ life, left a lasting impact on audiences, and now, its sequel is set to explore the profound events surrounding…

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Hollywood’s claimed “wokeness” is a regular target for right-wing politicians and commentators. However, for a tiny Utah-based movie studio behind last year’s significant hit film “Sound of Freedom,” it’s a lucrative gap in the market. Angel Studios co-founder Jordan Harmon said, “Hollywood is just this bubble. They’re not connected with the average person.” He told…

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Throughout his decades-long career, Cuba Gooding Jr. has played a wide range of characters, from disgraced athlete O.J. Simpson to Rod Tidwell in “Jerry Maguire,” earning him an Academy Award. However, according to the 56-year-old actor, his latest role, a drug dealer turned Christian in “The Firing Squad,” is one of the most impactful he’s…

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