ARTS & MEDIA
‘A Quiet Place Part II’ contains similar themes as original movie, but has weaker focus
"A Quiet Place Part II" (Paramount) drains away the suspense, analogies and underlying message about family bonds from the 2018 original in order to set up a franchise reminiscent of an immersive dystopian theme-park ride.
'The Pope Video' initiative celebrates fifth anniversary
"The Pope Video," a monthly video featuring the pope's prayer intentions, has given Catholics around the world an opportunity to be united and feel a part of the universal church, said Jesuit Father Federic Fornos, international director of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network.
Video series highlights Marian devotions, customs in U.S. mission dioceses
A special video series developed by Catholic Extension for the "Month of Mary" has highlighted throughout May the many ways Catholics of the Americas honor Mary in their native languages and culture customs.
Video releases for May 26, 2021
The following are capsule reviews from Catholic News Service of new and recent video releases available on DVD and/or Blu-ray – as well as for online viewing.
The power of words, when necessary
In Pádraig Ó Tuama's book, "In the Shelter," he tells a story ...
'Tulsa: The Fire and the Forgotten,' an all-too-real documentary, airs May 31, PBS
As the United States grapples with renewed demands for racial equity, the nation also is marking the centennial of one of the most shameful episodes in its history, the Tulsa Race Massacre.
'New Pokemon Snap' is great for families
The Pokemon Universe, an imaginary realm within which gamers are challenged to...
Book details issues, controversies Pope has tackled over past seven years
Evaluating a book about a papacy in progress is like reviewing a new play before seeing the final act. No matter how well done, the reader wants to know what happens next.
Documentary highlights faith, devotion of Native American Catholics
A wide-ranging survey of the interaction between the indigenous peoples of the New World and the Catholic Church is provided in the informative documentary "Enduring Faith: The Story of Native American Catholicism."
'The Donut King,' presents its audience with a valuable takeaway
Despite obvious defects, "The Donut King" provides fascinating insights into both sides of the American dream.
Video releases for May 19, 2021
The following are capsule reviews from Catholic News Service of new and recent video releases available on DVD and/or Blu-ray – as well as for online viewing.
‘Profile’ movie strongly follows book version
In 2015, a French journalist who now calls herself Anna Erelle published the memoir "In the Skin of a Jihadist."
Similar notetaking Bibles are both excellent, but have some big differences
Two new excellent notetaking Bible volumes are in many ways similar.
‘Finding You’ reflects Christian values
In adapting Jenny B. Jones' 2011 young adult novel "There I'll Find You" into a big-screen romantic comedy, writer-director Brian Baugh has shortened its title to "Finding You" (Roadside).
Video releases for May 12, 2021
The following are capsule reviews from Catholic News Service of new and recent video releases available on DVD and/or Blu-ray – as well as for online viewing.
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