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Hello Poll
posted by Jas, 02/02/05
Petra reports that Orlando is back in the Hello Magazine month poll. Click here to vote.

The Top Eleven Films of 2005
posted by Jas, 02/02/05
A list of top films of 2005 according to The Conservative Voice

Kingdom of Heaven (May 6) -- Yes, Orlando Bloom is back in a period piece. Kingdom of Heaven takes place during the Crusades of the 12th century. Directed by Ridley Scott -- who helmed Blade Runner and Gladiator -- this promises to be a spectacle. Expect opportunities to explore the mistakes the Christian Church has made in the past, but also capitalize on the virtues embodied (at least in theory) in knighthood: protecting the weak, speaking the truth, and honoring your promises. Warfare is frequently used in Scripture as an analogy to the Christian life because of its emphasis on faithfulness, perseverance, and obedience. As a result, films about war can be a testing ground for discussion of these issues in the battles we daily face.