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#051 – American Sniper and Missing the Mark

On this episode of the Reel World Theology Podcast:

We are setting our sights on American Sniper, the latest film from Clint Eastwood. This film has done extremely well at the box office and with awards officials by staying king of the hill for nearly a month in theaters and also for by being nominated for two Academy Award’s (Best Picture, Best Actor). The film also has had its share of controversy from both sides of the political and ideological aisle. We try to get to the bottom of the fighting while also trying to find God in the film itself. A daunting task that brings us one of our longest talks to date. But, it’s a good one. Enjoy.

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This weeks’ panel included Wade Bearden and Elijah Lovejoy.

Wade Bearden (@WadeHance)
Wade Bearden on Facebook
WadeBearden.com
Christ & Pop Culture Podcast

Elijah Lovejoy
Church of the Redeemer Greensboro

 

Podcast Notes and Links:

American Sniper at IMDB

American Sniper at Rotten Tomatoes

American Sniper (Book) at Wikipedia

Chris Kyle at WIkipedia

American Sniper Isn’t For or Against War at WadeBearden.com

How American Sniper Did So Well at SlashFilm

7 Heinous Lies American Sniper Is Telling Americans at Salon

American Sniper or Selma— How Christian Is Your Movie Choice? at Sojourners

Anti-Muslim Threats Skyrocket In Wake of Film’s Release at The Guardian

American Sniper Review at 365 Movie Guy

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Written by Mikey Fissel

Mikey Fissel (@fizzification) is the Creator/Producer/Managing Editor of Reel World Theology. He lives in Greensboro, NC with his wife, Laura, and their three children. He finds much joy from recounting his catch-phrase, "Story is Powerful and Entertainment is Not Mindless..."