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The Lion, the Wizard, and the Great Physician
During childhood, my heart beat with joy in Narnia and Middle-earth. After meeting an invisible Doctor, I understood why.
‘House of David’ Is Faith Based—and Fantastical
The new series on Amazon Prime tells the story of Saul, a shepherd, and lots of giants.
What to Watch for in ‘Rings of Power’ Season 2
The sumptuous Tolkien prequel has returned. Here’s what a few CT writers noticed.
A Moral Primer on Amazon’s ‘Rings of Power’
Tolkien’s kingdom of Númenor is a cautionary tale for us today.
Forge the Ring, Pass the Soup
Amazon’s “Rings of Power” series adds to what Tolkien termed the “Cauldron of Story,” where sub-creators mix up the stew of God’s creation.
Excerpt
The Hidden Purpose of the Hobbit’s Adventure
Gandalf promises Bilbo Baggins a “profitable” quest, but the wizard has a different sort of treasure in mind.
Tolkien: Man Behind the Myth
At odds with his world, he created another.
Review
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Tolkien’s classic quest is interpreted through the wider lens of his full Middle-Earth works.
Tolkien’s Epic Wins 11 Overdue Oscars; Passion “Grosses” Greatly
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King ties the Oscar record. The Passion of The Christ, a “loser” with critics, is a box office blockbuster. Meanwhile, Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights is dirty and dumb, Twisted is torture, Eurotrip is trash, and Clifford’s Big Movie charms the kids.
The Lord of the Rings, The Passion of the Christ, and the Highway of Holiness
Has God been “re-routing” us through popular movies, books, and cultural events?