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Metaphor Mayhem [Updated]

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I'm all for finding creative and catchy ways to connect spiritual truth with current culture, but THIS is RIDICULOUS! As a Christian AND a fan of the movie (went tonight) I'm dumbfounded that we insist on finding ways to relate our faith to popular culture. Just leave it at, "This was a funny movie, but there was some off color situations and lines that may be offensive to some. Overall, the comedy is truly 'smart' and the chemistry between Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway is undeniably cute. I was also pleasantly surprised by the extent of action sequences that gave the movie a good pacing." Now how hard was that?

My Latest Influences

Anyone that knows anything about me knows that I'm a pretty heavy consumer of all things media. Here's a list of my consumption lately: Movies: Prince Caspian - Great movie! The director really progressed the three children's character and matured them well. The overall tone was a bit darker and more intense. I'm a HUGE fan of C.S. Lewis and have read the "Narnia" series many times, and Walden & Disney have done an excellent job of translating these stories to film Indiana Jones & The Kingdom of the Crystal Skulls - I don't know what all the critics and fans are complaining about! The I.J. series is about one thing, having a fun experience at the movies. That is exactly what Spielberg & the gang accomplished. It's supposed to be corny, unrealistic, and outlandish. If it were real, it would be...well, like watching PBS. Music: Hawk Nelson is My Friend - I went to see these guys in concert about a month ago and to be honest, what l...