| “This is very refreshing in the annals of Christian film commentaries which tend to muse only on story points. This book is an ample and enjoyable primer for Christians wanting to engage the movies in a spirit of appreciation but also critical appraisal. It will help Christians move beyond fear and ignorance of Hollywood, and into a posture of respect and, hopefully, even grudging gratitude. It will increase your enjoyment of this art form, and help you get so much more out of the stories being told on the screen.” Barbara R. Nicolosi – Author and Screenwriter: Act One, National Catholic Register, Behind the Screen: Hollywood Insiders on Faith, Film and Culture |
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| “This book helps readers understand and appreciate movies and storytelling, and provides a concise, common sense application of apologetics to film.” Brian Godawa – Author & Screenwriter: Hollywood Worldviews, To End All Wars |
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| “Are movies helpful or harmful? Douglas Beaumont knows better than to completely embrace or reject films. What he does do is skillfully guide readers through the maze of motion pictures, providing exceptional insights that are biblically grounded yet broadly accessible. The Message Behind the Movie is a welcome companion for anyone interested in the relationship between faith and film.” Robert Velarde – Author: Conversations with C.S. Lewis, The Heart of Narnia |
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| “Doug Beaumont helps readers understand that a reasoned and balanced approach to film consumption will help both viewers and Hollywood to consistently encourage the good, true, and beautiful in film and in the marketplace of ideas.” Mark Joseph – Columnist and Host: Bullypulpit.com, The Huffington Post, Foxnews.com |
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| “Since movies so powerfully shape the worldview of our culture, learning to appreciate, understand, and properly critique film is of the utmost importance. This is why I am so delighted by The Message Behind The Movie. Doug has written an insightful, enjoyable, and practical guide for thoughtfully watching film. It will not only help you discern the worldview behind movies, it will show you how to use movies as a tool for engaging your non-Christian friends with the gospel. I wish every Christian would read it, study it, and take its principles to heart.” Sean McDowell – Teacher, Speaker, and Author: Apologetics for a New Generation |
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| “This book is so good, someone should turn it into a movie! Until they do, read it so you can learn how to turn what is often meant for evil into a weapon for good.” Frank Turek – Author and Speaker: I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be An Atheist, CrossExamined.Org |
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| “The Message Beyond the Movie provides a much-needed resource to assist Christians who genuinely struggle with how to reflect on the issues presented in today’s films. Beaumont presents a balanced and helpful approach regarding spiritual truths that can be discussed from the latest Hollywood blockbusters. Movie lovers of all kinds will enjoy this book.” Dillon Burroughs – Coauthor of What Can Be Found in LOST? |
