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Movies Are Spiritual

Movies Are Spiritual

Analyzing popular movies for deeper themes that make them more meaningful! Unlocking character story arcs and spiritual themes that casual viewers miss. Watch along with us in 2025 as we cover all of Daredevil Born Again on Disney+ and the classic Netflix series Daredevil Season 1!

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00:08:14

The Grey's mysterious ending: What does it mean??

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/11/06

That does the ambiguous ending of The Grey mean? And did you catch the movie's end credits scene? This psychological survival thriller starring Liam Neeson is a fascinating study on the struggles of faith and the existence of evil in the world. We've studied the film and watched interviews with director Joe Carnahan himself to try to understand what he was trying to say with this unusual film. We share what we learned and our own theories in this short video on this interesting and

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00:49:53

The Grey: Liam Neeson's Essay on Death and the...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/10/28

Did you know The Grey starring Liam Neeson is a metaphor for the spiritual journey of humans? Director Joe Carnahan described the meaning of the film this way, but what does the film mean? What do the wolves represent and what can we learn about the afterlife from this film? In this podcast review, we discuss our reactions to The Grey and its hidden metaphors in detail. How did you interpret the film and what spiritual meanings did you see in it? Let us know in the

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00:57:45

The Exorcist III (Legion) Review - Serial Killers and...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/10/20

Did you know a real life serial killer and an exorcism performed by a real priest inspired the story told in the underrated sequel The Exorcist III? William Peter Blatty's film explores the true story that inspired the movie's Gemini Killer along with the spiritual background of the film. We'll analyze every major scene including our reactions in this podcast review of one of the best horror movies of all-time. Check out our full Exorcist Retrospective Series on

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The Exorcist Believer's Unusual Take on Possession -...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/10/14

(This Review Contains Spoilers) What's so unusual about The Exorcist Believer's take on demons, possession and exorcisms? This movie review podcast analyzes the movie's plot and source material as we share our reactions after our first time watching the film. The film pulled inspiration from some interesting sources such as the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible, but they (intentionally or not) based the logic of demon possession on a Bible misinterpretation. Does the soul of a possessed

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00:23:29

The Exorcist II: The Heretic - We Watched It So You...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/10/13

Just HOW BAD is it?? The Exorcist II: The Heretic is a notoriously bad film but is it so bad it's GOOD or just plain bad? Here, we tell you everything you need to know about the plot of this movie (includes spoilers) and how it fits into The Exorcist franchise. With the new sequel Exorcist: Believer coming to theaters, we've been analyzing each of the movies to help you appreciate the movies on a deeper level, including from a spiritual point-of-view! So... is there anything to appreciate

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00:46:30

The Ultimate Guide To The Exorcist Movies: Real...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/10/03

Before you watch The Exorcist movies, here's your ultimate guide to understanding the films! Prep for the new film The Exorcist: Believer and get to know the true story behind the first film, plus everything you need to know about real life exorcisms and demons. This video discusses the true story of the possession of a boy named Roland Doe, how the Catholic Church investigates a real exorcism, how they determine a person is truly possessed as opposed to mentally ill, the history of exorcisms in

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00:14:52

Die Hard: John McClane as a Jesus figure? Movies in 12

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/10/03

At first, Die Hard seems like a typical 80's action movie until you put it under a microscope. There are a surprising number of spiritual links to a famous historical and spiritual figure; Jesus! Think it's a stretch? Well, give this podcast a listen because what we noticed may surprise you! We debate symbolism and discuss whether or not it appears intentionally or by coincidence, plus why John McClane is unique among 80's action movie heroes!

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00:15:05

Goonies - More Than A Treasure Hunt! Movies in 12

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/29

Goonies is more than just a treasure hunt film! There's a deeper spiritual theme beneath the story in this movie that actually illustrates something about Jesus' followers. But what is it? Listen to find out and unlock a deeper meaning to this film! In this new "Movies In 12" format, we set a timer for 12 min and debate our way through the film's most intriguing themes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/movies-are-spiritual/message

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Jurassic Park (1993) - Movies in 12

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/27

This episode discusses the ethics of cloning and recreating dinosaurs and other extinct species! Is it a good idea? Bad idea? Join the spiritual conversation and unlock the deeper meaning of this film! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/movies-are-spiritual/message

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00:13:39

Movies in 12 - The Fugitive (1993) Starring Harrison...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/17

What do you do when the justice system fails? This movie review of the 1993 film The Fugitive starring Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones explores what happens when a person is wrongly convicted of a murder. What does the film have to say about the concept of justice philosophically and spiritually? We analyze this idea and why Dr. Richard Kimble is still motivated to help others when he's on-the-run and slowing down may land him back in jail or to the electric chair. Watch to see what

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00:28:13

#1 - Raiders of the Lost Ark - Drew's Top 6

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/16

Do you know what the character Indiana Jones was almost originally named? In Raiders of the Lost Ark, what is true about the Ark of the Covenant and what's fiction? This review and reaction podcast will explain the story behind the characters and many fun behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the first Indiana Jones film Raiders of the Lost Ark! This is Drew's #1 favorite movie of all-time! MOVIE MERCH: ============================== ============================== The links below

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#2 - The Empire Strikes Back - Drew's Top 6

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/16

Why does Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back still hold up almost 50 years after its release? Drew makes the case that Empire changed movie sequels forever and why it's his #2 favorite movie of all-time. We discuss some trivia including a possible filmmaking blunder that occurred in the swamp of Dagobah and why Lando is suddenly wearing... Han's clothes?? What's up with that? Watch the video and leave a comment to tell us what you think about this amazing sequel and the interesting

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#3 - Rocky: More Than A Sports Film - Drew's Top 6

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/04

The original Rocky was far more than just a sports film. The deep character interactions point to bigger themes than winning a boxing match, plus the film is a true underdog story of a low-budget film that won the Oscar and a launching pad for Sylvester Stallone's career. Stallone made a risky bet on himself to get this film made the way he envisioned it, and it paid off. So how did it happen? Find out in this episode! #rocky #stallone #sylvesterstallone #moviereview #classicmovies ---

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00:58:11

The Last Voyage of the Demeter - Dracula as a...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/09/04

This podcast explores the character Dracula as a spiritual metaphor in the film The Last Voyage of the Demeter. This film inspired by a chapter of Bram Stoker's novel Dracula also explores the question of why God would allow evil in the word, an intriguing thread explored through the character Clemens. What was this film trying to tell us and what does the metaphor of Dracula mean? Find out here! #moviereviews #moviepodcast #thelastvoyageofthedemeter #dracula --- Send in a voice message:

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#4 - First Blood's Surprisingly Deep Message - Drew's...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/08/11

(CONTAINS SPOILERS) Rambo's debut in First Blood contained a surprisingly deep message! This podcast discussion on First Blood discusses what may have been one of the first movies to comment on the veteran experience after returning from from Vietnam. The film gives us a story-driven look at PTSD. Check out Drew's honorary mention to his Top 6 Favorite Films list and find out what makes it so meaningful! This podcast is sponsored by breweryministries.org --- Send in a voice message:

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#5 - Casablanca: Why it still resonates after 80...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/08/04

Casablanca had viewers on the edge of their seats due to the difficult decisions characters were forced to make throughout the film, making it a fascinating exploration of psychology. In this movie review podcast, we discuss the situations each characters faced and our reactions to their dilemmas. Some characters transform. Others are consumed by their own vices. Some even have spiritual dilemmas so complex that even right and wrong are unclear. Although it's an old 1942 black and white film,

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The Sound of Freedom - Movie Review and Analysis

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/07/29

What's the real story behind the surprise hit The Sound of Freedom and what's been expanded upon for entertainment purposes? We're discussing the film in detail and comparing the true story to what we saw on screen in this reaction and review of The Sound of Freedom starring Jim Caviezel. Plus, we'll reveal the hidden spiritual themes behind this movie that make it more powerful. Join us as we analyze and review this powerful film, exploring its themes of faith, courage, and the

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Insidious: The Red Door - A Spiritual Analysis

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/07/15

[CONTAINS SPOILERS] What's lurking beneath the film Insidious: The Red Door? A lot actually! This movie contains many secrets that aren't necessarily clarified on-screen. In this discussion podcast we aim to understand The Red Door in order to enjoy the film on a deeper level. We'll explore questions such as... What was the demon or ghost in the MRI machine? What are the rules of astral projection? Who actually possessed Dalton when he was trapped in The Further, and why did

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The Flash (2023): A Spiritual Analysis

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/07/01

Did you know DC's new movie The Flash starring Ezra Miller is filled with hidden spiritual themes? At its core, Barry Allen's character journey is a spiritual one about learning to cope with things he can't change in life. What does the film ultimately say and why? We actually get to see two different versions of Barry take this journey, ending in two drastically different results. Even Michael Keaton's take on Batman has a satisfying spiritual storyline about purpose. In this

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#1 - The Last Starfighter (1984) - Doug's Top 6...

Movies Are Spiritual ·

2023/07/01

Do you like underrated, forgotten movies? Doug introduces us to his #1 favorite movie of all time; The Last Starfighter, a fun sci-fi film that was overshadowed by the debut of Star Wars. But we discuss the film and analyze it for spiritual themes and character transformations! Classic video game fans will enjoy it as well, as a key part of the plot includes a character's quest to break the high score record in a flight simulator video game. Hear our discussion of the plot, review and reaction

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