God's Country Song

 “God’s Country Song” is a multi-generational story about faith, fatherhood and forgiveness. Noah has
always resented his father for not supporting his dreams of fame and fortune, but when he learns how his father gave up his own ambitions to serve God and his family, he learns a valuable lesson.

Just in time for Father's Day 2023, God's Country Song has come to Pure Flix! Noah is a country music star on the rise. Living life in the fast lane, he’s focused on his music, drinking and fame. Estranged from his own father, Noah thinks only of himself until he discovers that he is the father of a young son and has no place to go but home. Watch this film of 2nd chances to reconnect with both family and faith: God's Country Song.

My Review: I enjoyed the film. It's a familiar story of a young man, leaving his home to chase his dreams and getting caught up in the party life...until his past catches him. Returning to his parent's farm provided a safe haven for his son, there was more growing up to do before Noah realizes that strengthening his roots with his family and God is his first priority. Toss in a cute little boy, a supportive love interest, and good music and this is a satisfying story to enjoy.

There is drinking and a bar fight brawl, so this may not be a great choice for younger children, but it's good for middle-school ages and up. Excellent actors involved. I think Larry (the manager) is a wonderful character (and an actor whose work I enjoy).

Cast

Director Johnny Remo; Producer Shawn Boskie;
Actors - Justin Gaston, Noah Bryan; Mariel Hemingway, Sara Bryan; John Laughlin, Jeremiah Bryan; Christopher Michael, Larry; Justene Alpert, Leeann.

Introducing JJ Miller, JJ Bryan

Featuring Coffey Anderson, Colt Young

Giveaway: 3-month subscription to Pure Flix! Deadline to enter is June 22, 2023.
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Disclosure: Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

Momentum Influencers Interview with JUSTIN GASTON from God's Country Song!

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Sun Moon

 COMING TO PURE FLIX ON MAY 5, 2023!

Kelsey is running from failure, heartbreak and humiliation. In an attempt to understand God’s purpose for her life, she goes to Taiwan to teach English. Will her leap of faith pay off? "Sun Moon" is a beautiful story about discovering joy and purpose despite cultural differences and difficulties.

See the trailer:

MY REVIEW: Sun Moon opens with Kelsey (MacKenzie Mauzy) lying in a bathtub, dressed in her bridal gown. After being jilted at the altar, she's sad, confused, and unsure what to do next. Her next step is to impulsively accept a temporary job teaching English at a private school---in Taiwan.

I have always loved "fish out of water" stories that are rich in humor and that lead to a greater understanding that we often have more in common than we think. There are some serious moments with relating to students and culture, but also laughter and romance

as Kelsey begins a journey of discovery both with her students and with fellow employee Horace (Justin Chien). As they learn more about each other, they both become aware that God can help you through the grief of losses and even use the anger, pain, and sorrow to make you stronger, more trusting of Him, and lead you to unexpected joy despite circumstances. God doesn't always do what we expect, but He can always be trusted!

Based on some of her personal experiences writer/director Sydney Tooley can be proud of making a film that can be enjoyed by all. Check out her interview with MIN's Jean Thomason:

CAST:
MacKenzie Mauzy, Kelsey
Justin Chien, Horace
Madison McLaughlin, Liz
Michael Jong-Quin Huang, Principal
Jason Burkey, Braden
Leanne Morgan, Maida



You will definitely want to watch "Sun Moon" on #PureFlix!

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Heaven Sent

 It's February, love is in the air, and PureFlix has released a new rom-com that will warm your heart and make you laugh. “Heaven Sent” is a romantic comedy about finding love again later in life and rediscovering joy after loss. Themes include letting go of our children/grandchildren, choosing family over fame, finding love after loss, miscommunication, giving grace during misunderstandings.

Starring Karen Abercrombie as Elise, a once famous singer who left that world behind to raise her grandson,
Derek (Jemarcus Kilgore), and Patrick (Leon Pridgen), as a widowed pastor. Both have closed the door on love, but with faith and a little help from friends (Charlene Tilton and Michael J. Patterson), will love blossom? When Derek decides it will help himself to gain independence he is sure the perfect solution for everyone is to secretly live-stream Grandma's new romance. What could go wrong?

 

MY REVIEW: Heaven Sent is a perfect "date night" or movie night with friends film to watch and simply enjoy. There is an underlying message about letting go of the past, but also a reminder that the important memories and people often fit in well during current and future chapters of life.

While there is some drama, it's mostly a fun movie to sit back with your popcorn, relax, and laugh at the antics. I will be watching this movie again! 🍿🥤🎬💞

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DISCLOSURE: Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

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Conversation with Karen Abercrombie

 

Enter Into Easter With Pure Flix

 

Easter is quickly approaching and is the perfect time to gather with family and friends to remember why it's such an important time of the year.

Christian Easter movies are an outstanding method to remind us and open conversations about the sacrifice Jesus made for us and why we rejoice! PUREFLIX offers a selection of Easter films that is suitable for various ages and interests. 

Films about the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, including
"The Passion of the Christ," give a visual that stays with you and there are others similar or there are movies that tel the story from the point of view of others. Some people prefer the documentaries Pure Flix offers or the visual Bibles that use Scripture for the narrative. 

Are you or the kids fans of Brickfilm? (A brickfilm is a film made using Lego bricks, or other similar plastic construction toys.) PureFlix has them! And, they have not forgotten childhood favorites like VeggieTales and Superbook or the animated feature, "The Lamb of Judah." Teach them early that Easter is more than chocolate bunnies and painted eggs, but with age-appropriate films. Check out what films and series are on Pure Flix: PureFlix.com

Before revealing which is my favorite and why, I want to thank Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own. They are also offering one FREE 3-month Pure Flix subscription! Simply type #PureFlixEasterMIN in a comment on my blog or a social media post about this contest.
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I have seen several of the Easter offerings you can find on Pure Flix, but my favorite of all is "The Chosen." This is a multi-season production, directed by Dallas Jenkins, currently in production. (*Pure Flix is only offering Season 1 at this time.) Based on the true stories of the Bible, this series revolves around Jesus Christ and His followers. Remember that many of the stories told are based on what COULD HAVE HAPPENED. The Chosen brings the Bible to life in a way meant to intrigue the viewer and, hopefully, cause people to spend more time reading Scripture.

To be fair, not everyone agrees with each story, but even the parts that are fictionalized open my eyes to seeing things from a new angle. When a person says or does something not in Scripture, it often leads to me exploring my own attitudes and actions. Normally a stickler for Biblical accuracy, nothing I have viewed has offended me in any way; I merely think, "not likely," and move on. But a nugget of truth (sometimes boulder-sized nuggets) is often uncovered as I combine re-reading Scripture and speculating on what I have seen. My favorite films are always those that make me think. 

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A Show About Anthem Lights

 

Pure Flix has some exciting news about an upcoming animated series about a beloved musical group! Anthem Lights, a Christian group of musicians is known for both their Christian and their secular covers. The band is made up of Chad Graham (vocals), Caleb Grim (vocals), Spencer Kane (vocals) and Joey Stamper (vocals, piano, guitar, and drums). Their beautiful harmonies have brought them millions of fans worldwide.

I enjoy so much of their music that it's impossible for me to choose 1 (or 10 😊) of my favorites of their songs. I prefer their Hymns, Hymns 2, and Worship cds since that is the type music I normally listen to, but all of it is good! An example, though, of one of my favorite hymns is below:

"A Show About Anthem Lights" is a 20-episode show featuring the band, Anthem Lights. Animated versions of Spencer, Joey, Caleb, and Chad will lead us through the ups and downs of their lives as a Christian in a boyband. Filled with tongue-in-cheek humor, adults and kids of all ages will be laughing through each episode of this new series that is exclusively on Pure Flix! "A Show About Anthem Lights" will premiere January 12, 2022. See the trailer and a sneak peek here.

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• Anthem Lights website
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• Anthem Lights - Facebook 
• Anthem Lights - Twitter

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Vindication - Season 1

 

  Have you seen Season 1 of VINDICATION? This is an episodic faith-based crime drama series that matches the quality of any crime drama I have watched... but with a twist seldom seen on television. When I initially saw Episode 1 with guest star Ben Davies, I was frankly surprised by the ending and my curiosity was piqued about the future episodes.

Vindication covers the life of Detective Gary Travis (Todd Terry) at work and at home. His wife Becky (Peggy Shott) and daughter Katie (Emma Elle Roberts) are frequently directly or indirectly connected to each episode. The East Bank Police Department is where Travis works with his boss Sgt. Tomlinson (Steve Mokate), computer expert Kevin (Matt Holmes) and Gary's new detecive trainee Kris Tanner (Venus Monique). The interactions evolve over the series and the viewer becomes emotionally invested in these characters.

Director/Writer Jarod O'Flaherty has brilliantly created a story arch that is building the foundation of the series. Each episode is wonderful on its own, but the character development is what draws the viewer deeper into the series.(Other writers are Alan Tregoning and Micheal Willbanks.) Fans of faith-based films are sure to recognize many of the guest stars and background actors in the series, too.

Topics of episodes include drugs, adultery, human trafficking, sexting, kidnapping, PTSD, domestic violence, relationships, and more. These are stories that could be ripped out of the headlines, but often making unexpected turns. While this does have a faith-based theme, Christianity is not the main topic. Vindication does not have violence and bad language, but it does have good stories told well that are suitable for teens and adults.

PureFlix has all episodes of Season 1 (and currently releasing episodes of Season 2) for you to enjoy over time... or to binge!
If you don't have a current subscription, try the FREE TRIAL at Pureflix.com for 1 week. I highly recommend you check out the Vindication series for yourself!

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Same Kind of Different as Me trailer

“Nobody can help everybody, but everybody can help somebody.” Words of wisdom from a homeless drifter; words that never would be shared with the world if not for a wayward husband, a forgiving wife, and an unforgettable true story that brought the three of them together.

With more money than they could ever possibly need, Ron and Debbie Hall have everything they could ever want … except for a loving marriage. When Ron’s unfaithfulness is brought to light, Debbie invites him to stay—as long as he remains truthful and does what she asks of him. But when her request includes serving the homeless at an inner-city rescue mission, Ron would prefer to write a large check instead.  Guided by her faith and spurred on by the dream of a homeless man she senses will change their city, Debbie befriends a disenfranchised man named Denver. More surprisingly, so does Ron. Despite vast differences, their lives begin to intersect and they all are changed … forever. (description provided by LEV3L Digital)

Same Kind of Different as Me, based on a true story, starring Greg Kinnear, Renée Zellweger, Djimon Hounsou and Jon Voight opens in theaters October 20, 2017. The movie is an inspirational look at the difference a person can make when reaching out to find common ground and the impact we can make on others...no matter who you are. More than the story of how one couple helps a homeless man, it's also the story of how he helps them. Make sure you explore their website, Like/Follow their Social Media, and Mark Your Calendar for October 20, 2017!!

GIVEAWAY!! You can Win 2 FREE tickets to see Same Kind of Different as Me at your local theater!! Leave a comment on this blog or on 1 of my posts about the film to be entered. Deadline to enter is 11am CDT on October 16, 2017. USA Residents Only for this giveaway.

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