Movie Review: ‘David’ January 9, 2026By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews The film traces the adventurous life of the biblical king (voice of Brandon Engman in youth, voice of Phil Wickham as an adult) from his anointing by the prophet Samuel (voiced by Brian Stivale) through his defeat of the giant Goliath (voice of Kamran Nikhad) and on to a climactic battle against the Amalekites. It also focuses on three of his most important relationships.
Fathom Entertainment encores Lord of the Rings trilogy January 9, 2026By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews To mark the 25th anniversary of the release of the first film in director Peter Jackson’s trilogy “The Lord of the Rings,” Fathom Entertainment will be screening all three movies in the series this month.
Hundreds bid ‘adieu’ to Brigitte Bardot at funeral in Saint-Tropez January 8, 2026By Junno Arocho Esteves OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews, News, Obituaries, World News Crowds gathered in the French coastal town of Saint-Tropez to bid a final farewell to actress Brigitte Bardot.
Movie Review: ‘Song Sung Blue’ January 7, 2026By Kurt Jensen OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews There is not one ounce of cynicism in “Song Sung Blue” (Focus), the fact-based tale of a Neil Diamond cover band from Milwaukee. And therein lies immense power.
Home viewing roundup: What’s available to stream and what’s on horizon December 31, 2025By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews Capsule reviews of theatrical movies available now for streaming or scheduled for broadcast on network or cable television as well as notes on TV programming for the same week.
Movie Review: ‘The Housemaid’ December 29, 2025By Kurt Jensen OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews As a mystery in which no one is who they appear to be, the psychological horror film “The Housemaid” (Lionsgate) has a lot of entertaining suspense to offer viewers. Yet the movie is also a gory revenge fantasy that dabbles in grotesquery and sadistic behavior, thus severely circumscribing its appropriate audience.
Catholic actor finds Christmas joy in helping U.S. charity December 25, 2025By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service Filed Under: Christmas, Movie & Television Reviews, News, World News With the Vatican’s Nativity scene and huge Christmas tree glittering in the Roman sun behind him, David Henrie reflected on the joy of giving during the Advent season.
Home viewing roundup: What’s available to stream and what’s on horizon December 24, 2025By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews Capsule reviews of theatrical movies available now for streaming or scheduled for broadcast on network or cable television as well as notes on TV programming for the same week.
Movie Review: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ December 19, 2025By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews “Avatar: Fire and Ash” (20th Century), the third film in the always visually rich franchise that got its start in 2009, brings forward thematic elements that had previously been kept in the background and that viewers of faith will find it impossible to accept and difficult to dismiss. As a result, it requires careful evaluation by mature movie fans.
Movie Review: ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ December 17, 2025By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews True to form, SpongeBob emerges from his latest escapades smarter, wiser, pleased with his newly acquired skills and with increased loyalty to his friends. So, although the script’s humor may often fall short, the franchise’s beguiling charm remains.
The Films of Rob Reiner December 16, 2025By John Mulderig OSV News Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Movie & Television Reviews Having first gained fame for his role on the landmark CBS-TV sitcom “All in the Family” (1971-79) in which he played Archie Bunker’s Polish American son-in-law, Mike Stivic — whom the cranky bigot dubbed “Meathead” — Rob Reiner helmed his first film in 1984. His work crossed various genres and included a number of features now regarded as classics.
Meet the Catholic priest who helped make the new ‘Knives Out’ Netflix movie December 12, 2025By Katie Yoder OSV News Filed Under: Feature, Movie & Television Reviews, News, World News When Rian Johnson was still writing the script for his new “Knives Out” movie, he turned to his aunt and uncle for help. They are Catholic, and his latest murder mystery would take place in a Catholic church.
