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Compiled by Rob Moll | posted 5/01/2004 12:00AM
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An irreverent comedy is seeking Christians | MGM is holding one of a series of screenings of "Saved!," a small, irreverent comedy, set to open on May 28, about an evangelical Christian high school. But the movie is proving difficult to market. Though Hollywood is eager to capitalize on the Christian audience that emerged in huge numbers to see "The Passion of the Christ," movie executives are unsure about what kinds of movies will appeal to it. Does "Saved!" fit the bill? (New York Times)
The Passion:
A cut above | How did The Passion hit the screens despite being in violation of the law? (Egypt Today, Egypt)
Gibson movie creates overnight theologians | It's worth noting that never have the media been more filled with religious programming and controversies. Much of that, of course, was fuelled by Mel Gibson's shrewd timing and marketing of The Passion Of The Christ (Tom Harpur, Toronto Star)
Blame me for Jesus Christ's death | It should have come as no surprise when Mel Gibson and his movie, "The Passion of the Christ," came under intense scrutiny and criticism —before it was released —by people who had never seen the film. (Charles Brooks, The Mississippi Press)
Christians rage over Gibson's "Passion" | Mel Gibson's "Passion of the Christ" seems to have become a rage among the Christians in the country even before the film hits theatres across the country on Friday. (Webindia, India)
Music:
Third Day reflects broad influences | At first blush, the lineup for Third Day's Live tour might seem a bit puzzling—acoustic-pop singer-songwriter Warren Barfield, DC Talk'er tobyMac with his rap/hip hop/R&B sound, and the headliners, dedicated and relentless rockers. (The Dallas Morning News)
Christian hip-hop festival comes to town | Holy hip-hop. Alternative Christian music. This weekend's concert will have a little of both. And it won't cost you a thing. (Baytown Sun, Texas)
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