David Bruce, WebmasterDavid is the web master of HJ, a television producer, public speaker, activist, writer and an ordained minister. With a production background at NBC and in radio, David's abiding interests in Jesus and the cinema led him to create Hollywood Jesus in response to a challenge from Billy Graham. David is a graduate of Chicago's North Park University Seminary (M.Div),





Knowing
Fatherhood Changes Everything
Interview with Knowing screenwriter Ryne Pearson

It’s all about relationship. Or, at least that’s what Ryne Pearson says. I had the privilege of talking with the screenwriter of Knowing.


The Day The Earth Stood Still
The Second Coming of the Christ-Figure
Powerful Spiritual Depth.

TDTESS is back again. And I like the new take! Instead of being a cautionary tale about weapons of mass destruction during the 1950’s Cold War, this remake is a cautionary tale about our not-so-good stewardship of the earth. Kathy Bates, who plays the U.S. Secretary of State in the film, sums it up this […]


What Is Family?
Top Films This Week Are Family Issue Centered
Making the Best From What You Have.

The Christmas holiday films are beginning to appear. This week Four Christmases and Australia opened. Both film have to do with the meaning of family.


Twilight Is Amazingly Spiritual
Dying For Someone I Love -Bella
Tops at Boxoffice

I found this to be an amazingly spiritual movie! I posted a longer than usual visual and spiritual review of this film. I also included a section on the Mise-en-scene — about the meaning of how a scene is set up.


The Boy in the Striped Pajamas -Take Your Group!
Do Not Miss This Film

A fable intended to provide a unique perspective on the effects of prejudice, hatred and violence on innocent people, particularly children.


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