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March 3, 2021

This Week in Movies with Meaning

Reviews of "One Night in Miami...," "Sound of Metal" and "Hillbilly Elegy" are all in the latest Movies with Meaning post on the web site of The Good Media Network, available by clicking here.

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Published on March 03, 2021 00:50

March 2, 2021

‘One Night in Miami…” explores multiple paths to success

When we commit to achieving a certain goal, we often believe we need to follow a particular path, doing so with unwavering fidelity. In fact, we may become convinced that it’s the only path to be pursued and that it’s the one that everyone similarly committed must follow. But is that really the case?

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Published on March 02, 2021 17:02

February 24, 2021

Movies Galore on Frankiesense & More

With theaters reopening and the awards season in full swing, film fans have more new viewing options than they have had in a long time

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Published on February 24, 2021 12:58

February 23, 2021

‘Hillbilly Elegy’ assesses responsibility, boundaries, discernment

How far should we go when it comes to helping others? Many of us would probably say that we should do as much as we can. But what happens when those in need aren’t willing to help themselves?

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Published on February 23, 2021 05:56

February 22, 2021

Seeking Redemption on The Cinema Scribe

Tune in for the latest Cinema Scribe segment on Bring Me 2 Life Radio, Tuesday, February 23, at 2 pm ET,

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Published on February 22, 2021 15:52

February 20, 2021

‘Sound of Metal’ walks the path of redemption

When we stumble in life, getting back on track can be difficult, but, when we do, the feeling can be quite gratifying. However, if that reawakening is intruded upon by some kind of new setback, we may be left discouraged and disheartened. All that work may have seemingly gone for naught.

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Published on February 20, 2021 14:06

February 16, 2021

This Week in Movies with Meaning

Reviews of "Pieces of a Woman," "There Is No Evil" and "Mr. Nobody," as well as a web site update, are all in the latest Movies with Meaning post on the web site of The Good Media Network, available by clicking here.

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Published on February 16, 2021 23:30

February 15, 2021

‘Pieces of a Woman’ looks for silver linings

Can something good come out of something bad? It may seem unlikely, but it is possible, provided we’re willing to make the effort to look for it and to recognize the meaning behind the circumstances that gave rise to the situation in the first place.

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Published on February 15, 2021 15:57

February 8, 2021

On the Next Cinema Scribe…

Tune in for the latest Cinema Scribe segment on Bring Me 2 Life Radio, Tuesday, February 9, at 2 pm ET

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Published on February 08, 2021 17:30

‘There Is No Evil’ struggles with matters of conscience

Listening to our conscience often proves challenging. In many instances, we know in our heart of hearts what we should and shouldn’t take part in. But saying no isn’t always easy, especially if our necks are on the line if we refuse to play along. Indeed, it can be difficult to stick to our guns when we have one pointed at our head.

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Published on February 08, 2021 09:11