Is this because these filmmakers think all Christians go to the same Christian concerts in this manner, or is it simply a lazy way for writers to further the story for their own purposes? And why must every sad and sobering moment in movies take place in the rain? One wonders: do the script writers view all non-Christians as being incapable of the barest common decency? Alternately, every Christian character somehow ends up at the same Newsboys concert at the end of the film. Every non-Christian character in the film is amoral, disrespectful, and vicious. One such example is that the film gives an underly-dynamic presentation of its characters. Regrettably, most moments of poignancy and nobility this film can claim are overshadowed by this simplicity and a few other major flaws. The film comes across as self-satisfied, however, in a way that would likely feel polarizing and incomplete to a non-believer. After all, we live in an age of plurality and political correctness where lawsuits abound and there’s a lot of negativity associated with Christianity. The earnest young Christian standing up for his faith is a plot Christian audiences will relate to. Josh accepts the challenge, much to the chagrin of his girlfriend, and the story sets off from there. The aggressive, controlling Radisson insists that if Josh won't do it, he has three chances to prove God's existence to the classroom or risk a failing grade. Josh, obviously, falters under this directive, and explains to his professor that, as a Christian, he cannot sign such a statement. In an attempt to bypass conventional philosophical debate over the existence of God, Professor Radisson ( Kevin Sorbo) passes out blank pieces of paper to his classroom and instructs them all to write "God is dead" and sign their names. This kind, Newsboys-loving, Christian teen has landed in the classroom of a militant atheist professor, one who wastes no time in proclaiming to his class of freshmen, "God is dead." Josh (an underwhelming, brooding Shane Harper) is more laid back, and is thrown a curve ball on his first day of Philosophy class. Kara ( Cassidy Gifford) is excited about their future she and Josh have been a couple for six years, and she seems to have the next 60 planned out too. The film begins harmlessly enough, with an opening montage that introduces several unconnected characters, the most prominent being a freshmen couple at a college campus preparing to begin their foray into the world of university academics. Though this Christian-celebrity-cameo-filled affair tries to make a profound statement about bold faith, it falls prey to several predictable blunders. I would love to say that PureFlix Entertainment’s God's Not Dead accomplishes its goals through strong storytelling, a clever script, and well-rounded, well-acted characters, but unfortunately that's not the case. After all, who knows what soul may be touched by the story presented? If even one person comes to seek Christ in a deeper way, many argue, the film has been worth it – no matter how poorly made or artistically subpar.īut this artist and critic has begun to wonder, is the end truly justifying the means? Christian audiences flock to see such films, forgiving shortcomings and encouraging friends and family to support the Christian film industry by going out to see it and talking it up on Facebook.Īnd yes, the end result of proclaiming the Gospel is a worthy one. All too often, however, these well-meaning Christian films are marked by substandard acting, careless plot-holes, and contrived situations. Often the purpose of the filmmaker is clear, if not bluntly stated: to win souls, bolster the faith of believers, or even simply to get the name of Jesus to a theater near you. White, Shane Harper, The NewsboysĪs unfortunate as it may be to admit, "Christian movies" have something of a track record. Endler devises a powerful strategy to show the jury the historical significance of Wesley's classroom discussion.Cast: Willie & Korie Robertson, Kevin Sorbo, David A.R.
GODS NOT DEAD 2 RATING TRIAL
Forced to stand trial to save her career, Grace hires young lawyer Tom Endler ( Jesse Metcalfe) to defend her in court. When Grace refuses to apologize, the school board votes to suspend her and threatens to revoke her teaching certificate. High-school history teacher Grace Wesley ( Melissa Joan Hart) comes under fire for answering a student's ( Hayley Orrantia) question about Jesus. It was released on Apby Pure Flix Entertainment. It is the sequel to the 2014 film God's Not Dead. White, Hayley Orrantia and Sadie Robertson. God's Not Dead 2 is a 2016 Christian Persecution film directed by Harold Cronk and stars Melissa Joan Hart, Jesse Metcalfe, David A.