ARTS & MEDIA

'The Hardy Boys,' streaming, Hulu, features mystery-solving shows

"The Hardy Boys," a series of mystery novels featuring two teenage sleuths, has been delighting young readers since its first title appeared in 1927.

Thorough look at Hopkins' poetry reveals much about his faith

Few poets writing in the English language are more beloved than Gerard Manley Hopkins (1844-1889).

‘Half Brothers’ has a plot that’s hard to believe

The comedy "Half Brothers" produces the occasional laugh,...

‘Destiny 2: Beyond Light’ can appeal to teens with team-building focus

"Destiny 2: Beyond Light" (Bungie) takes players to a fictional version of Europa, Jupiter's icy moon, where a rising enemy awaits.

Fun & Games: print the puzzles

AVAILABLE TO PRINT: Scripture Search Sunday Gospel reading puzzles for the month & Test Your Catholic Knowledge crossword puzzle 

'The Croods: A New Age,' is humorous and has teaching moments

The most entertaining Stone Age family since the Flintstones returns to the big screen in "The Croods: A New Age" (Universal), a delightful animated comedy suitable for almost all ages.

New books for teens, kids focus on morality, Bible, Jesus

The following books are suitable for Christmas giving.

Video releases for Nov. 25, 2020

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. 

Youngest children's use of screens keeps rising; is there any limit?

Common Sense Media's recurring survey of screen usage by our youngest children was issued Nov. 16.

'The Right Stuff,' streaming Disney+, has realistic, nostalgic elements

The progress of Elon Musk's SpaceX company and NASA's successful launch to the International Space Station in May have revived public enthusiasm for extraterrestrial exploration.

Practical guide offers valuable advice on women's ministry in Church

Looking for a great balance of personal stories, Scripture-based motivators and proven tips for starting a ministry for women?

'Jurassic World Evolution' proves to be challenging

Inspired by the eponymous novels and film franchise, "Jurassic World Evolution" (Frontier) challenges players to create successful dinosaur theme parks complete with attractions and research facilities.

Pope, in new book, talks about personal 'lockdowns' that changed his life

In "Let Us Dream: The Path to A Better Future," Pope Francis said he ...

'The Last Vermeer' has plot that would interest adults

The interest high-ranking officials in the Third Reich showed in collecting valuable art – more often by foul means than fair – has proved a rich source of cinematic material in recent years.  

Touring Sistine Chapel exhibit gives visitors close-up look at ceiling frescoes

The internationally acclaimed Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel Exhibition is designed to give visitors ...


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