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Pixar has created so many memorable films over the years and their streak continues as they bring to life a land of mythology for their latest film.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Onward. We discuss a Holy Spirit connection, legacy, being your brother's keeper, back to your roots, manhood, sacrifice and so much more! -
Frozen took the world by storm in 2013 as "Let it Go" became the anthem of a generation and of course, because of it's massive success, it would have a sequel.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Frozen 2. We a garden story, a Jesus figure, history, the next right thing, fear and so much more! -
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Christopher Nolan has become one of the most visionary filmmakers of our time, with his challenging and mind-bending movies that leave audiences guessing as well as thinking.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Prestige. We discuss total depravity, obsession, pride, power, sacrifice and so much more! -
1999 was a landmark year for film as George Lucas continued the Star Wars Sag with The Phantom Menace, but there was another movie that would become just as legendary, The Matrix.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Matrix. We discuss real vs illusion, born into slavery, willing rebellion, exile, a new creation and so much more! -
When it was released in 1987, The Princess Bride was a hit with the critic but never took off at the box office and since that time it has become one of the most beloved films of the last thirty years.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Princess Bride. We discuss telling the story, loving first, true love, sacrificial love, resurrection, other lovers and so much more! -
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most beloved works of literature from the 20th century and it's film adaptations by Peter Jackson have become almost as beloved as well.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Lord of the Rings trilogy. We discuss the Christ-likeness in many of the characters, the strong vs the weak, hope, the weakness of man, stewardship and so much more! -
First published in 1862 the story of Les Misérables is one of the most popular of all time and has spawned adaptations for theater, musicals, radio, television, and film.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Les Misérables. We discuss grace offered and given the law, identity, living a lie, being set free and so much more! -
By 2010, Christopher Nolan had cemented himself as one of Hollywood's most inventive and original filmmakers with movies like Memento, The Prestige and his take on The Dark Knight, but nothing could have prepared us for what he had in store next.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Inception. We discuss original sin, unconfessed guilt, trying to control sin, falling short, delusion and so much more! -
The Lion King was considered the pinnacle of Walt Disney animated movies in the 90s and every film after that has been compared to it, meaning the subsequent films, especially those in the 90s seemed to vary in quality.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Hunchback of Notre Dame. We discuss hidden sin, being a pharisee, the law, grace, the image of God and so much more! -
After languishing through most of the 80s, Walt Disney animation began its resurgence with The Little Mermaid in 1989 and by 1994, many would consider The Lion King to be the pinnacle of this revival.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Lion King. We discuss a fall, the lies of the enemy, the world's answer, identity and so much more! -
After the success of The Last Crusade, there was always talk from the creative trinity of George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Harrison Ford that they wanted to do more films in the Indy series; who knew it would take nineteen years to get it.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. We discuss knowledge for selfish purposes or for the benefit of all, true belief, true treasure, looking like God, identity and so much more! -
“The Bridge Over the River Kwai” is the most famous movie about the building of Burma Railway during World War II, but in 2013 the true story of the soldiers forced to build this railroad and survived was brought to life on screen.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about The Railway Man. We discuss the destructive nature of sin, the power of love, a new nature, supernatural forgiveness and so much more! -
By 1992, Disney animation was in a new golden age and Aladdin continued that tradition with distinction.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Aladdin. We discuss being a slave, power, freedom, gifts and so much more! -
Pixar has a way of getting in our heads. Literally. In the 2015 release of Inside Out, Pixar once again proved they understand both kids and their parents in their heartwarming story of family and dealing with life’s changes.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about the struggle of growing up, the role of grief and love in our lives, and so much more. -
It has been 11 years since Iron Man kicked off the Marvel Cinematic Universe and now the end of an era has come as the Avengers face their most difficult test yet.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Avengers: Endgame. We discuss Thanos, the garden, crummy gods, rest, the Infinity Stones, sacrifice, responsibility and so much more! -
The last few years there have been a plethora of Spider-Man films and for many there has been a real feeling of Spider-Fatigue, so in 2018 when the Spider-Verse hit the big screen it was like a breath of fresh air.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. We discuss expectations, talents, fathers, choices, family, community and so much more! -
Rumored to be like “Big” for the Superhero world, “Shazam” doesn’t fit into any category we’ve seen this far in the DC or Marvel universe. Standing on it’s own, “Shazam” has a lot to say and yet is a laugh from beginning to end.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Shazam. We discuss the temptation of power, the allure of sin, and adoption into a family of faith hope and love. -
Most people were not sure what to expect when Disney announced that it was going to be making a movie based on one of its most beloved theme park rides, but the film would go on to be one of the biggest hits of 2003.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. We discuss the lure of sin, the walking dead, names, grace and so much more! -
The first female-led Marvel movie has finally made it to screen after 11 years since the start of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
In this episode of Cinema Stories Courtney Huskisson and Matthew Rushing talk about Captain Marvel. We discuss true names, highjacked identity, accusation, the truth, community and so much more! - Show more
