All theatres are closed until further notice, due to covid19 theatres. But things werent going nearly as well at home where his wife leslies newfound faith in christ went against everything lee believed or didnt believe as an avowed. The case for christ movie campaign kit church media. Kevin is in preproduction on a documentary about the founder of espn, and in postproduction on two other films with his company, gkg productions. He also hosted a television program called faith under fire on pax tv and runs a video. A compelling film for the first time there was absolute silence as my family sat and watched it. A harddriving journalist, lee strobel, an avowed atheist, was exactly where he expected to be at work. The documentary the case for christ follows reporter lee strobel as he interviews a number of religious and historical scholars in order to find out if there is any proof of the resurrection, and to discover the historical veracity of the new testament. On the other hand, the case for christ is also a powerful outreach tool. With erika christensen, faye dunaway, frankie faison, robert forster. In trying the case for christ, strobel crossexamined a number of experts and recognized authorities in their own fields of study. Upgrade your movie with luxury loungers and cinemark xd.
When nonbelievers watch it, it has the potential to spark within them a desire to know the truth, just as lee strobel did. What dfw movie theaters, museums and bookstores are open this. The case for christ regulier, van film artikelnummer. G canada and pg mpaa for thematic elements including medical descriptions of crucifixion, and incidental smoking. The case for christ 2017 rotten tomatoes movie trailers. Movie times and movie theaters in 767 local showtimes.
The coyote drivein in fort worth will open at limited capacity, with patrons having to. The case for christ is an ideal easterseason movie release, sharing a compelling, reallife story about the power of the cross. Songs inspired by the original motion picture is a collection of songs from recording artists and worship teams from some of the worlds largest churches. At the red carpet event in chicago, sonoma christian home associate entertainment josiah aviles had the opportunity to speak with the cast and crew. Lee strobels the case for christ has ministered to millions around the globe in the 19 years since its debut. The case for christ showtimes near chilliwack chilliwack. Far too often we have seen a trailer for an upcoming christian movie that looked pretty good, only to. Fathom events and pure flix are excited to bring the big screen premiere of the case for christ to select cinemas nationwide for a special live onenight event on thursday, april 6. The case for christ is a movie that opened in theaters on friday, april 7, 2017. The case for christ is a 2017 american christian drama film directed by jon gunn and written.
In most cases, the balance is adjusted immediately when you make a. Lees relationship with his own father is an estranged one and has kept them apart for. The case for christ edmonton movies movie listings. The most unexpected issue visited has to be that of the importance of fathers. Performing arts fort worth presents jesus christ superstar at bass performance. Based on the true story of an awardwinning investigative journalist and avowed atheist who applies his wellhoned journalistic and legal skills to disprove the newfound christian faith of his wife. Strobel was an investigative reporter, and he used his methods to research and present his case for christ. An investigative journalist and selfproclaimed atheist sets out to disprove the existence of god after his wife becomes a christian. Mike vogel portrays chicago tribune reporter and avowed atheist lee strobel in the case for christ a docudrama detailing the story of strobels attempt to disprove christianity after his wife becomes a christian.
The latest entry from pure flix entertainment, the case for christ breaks the mold of christian films, delivering a rich and compelling narrative along with the steadfast message of. If you havent already heard of the book the case for christ, it. Hendey on april 7, 2017 articles from our contributors. The songs are a great connection to the new pure flix film the case for christ, based on the bestselling book by lee strobel. However, it also extols the honest search for truth. The case for christ is a mustsee movie for both christians and atheists. It is a based on lee strobel s 1998 book by the same name that tells about strobels life as an atheist and the steps he took to make a case for christs resurrection from the dead. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays. The case for christ is a positive and ultimately uplifting film that embodies some very biblical themes including fatherhood, seeking god, faith and humility. This movie is important, because it will bring more awareness to many key figures in the christian apologetics apologetics doesnt mean apologize, btw movement gary habermas, william lane craig, etc. New york times best seller over 5 million copies sold. The case for christ where to watch streaming and online. With a journalism degree from the university of missouri and a master of studies in law degree from yale.
The movie does a great job of catching the feel of the era and it brought back a lot of memories for me. The case for christ 2017 in 1980, lee strobels mike vogel awardwinning, investigative reporting earns him a promotion to legal editor at the chicago tribune. It was pretty much exactly how he has told it many times before. This tale of a journalists crisis of faith, based on lee strobels book, is unlikely to sway. See more ideas about christian movies, movies and christian films. An incredible account of one mans journey of faith. Released april 7th, 2017, the case for christ stars mike vogel, erika christensen, faye dunaway, robert forster the pg movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 52 min, and received a score of 50 out. Local showtimes and cinemas now playing the case for christ near chilliwack get the latest movie times, trailers and celebrity.
Lee patrick strobel born january 25, 1952 is an american christian author and a former investigative journalist. Based on a true story by lee strobel, the case for christ is for everyone who has ever pondered the existence of god. Now, the bestselling book is a major motion picture. Both believers and seekers will be touched by the true story of an awardwinning investigative journalistand avowed atheist lee strobelwho. Lee strobel was the awardwinning legal editor of the chicago tribune and is the bestselling author of the case for christ, the case for christ devotional, the case for christianity answer book, the case for faith, the case for a creator, the case for miracles, and the miracles answer book. Although the characters at the heart of the film are a new believer and a nonbeliever, this movie truly took me back to many of the emotions i felt as a catholic married for many years to a noncatholic. Mike vogel cloverfield is an atheist investigative journalist who sets out to disprove the existence of god after his wife becomes a christian. Utilizing his journalistic and legal training, lee begins a. Find where to watch the case for christ in australia. August 15 marks the dvd release of the case for christ, a faith film that released in over 1,100 theaters nationwide on april 7. Theres something about pure flix thats unlike any other major film production company in existence. I was glad they didnt really water down lee strobels story. A harddriving journalist, lee strobel was exactly where he expected to be at work. Description based on the bestselling book and now a major motion picture in theaters april 7, the case for christ official movie experience campaign will help your members and community discover the real evidence of jesus death and resurrection.
Official website jesus christ superstar bass performance hall. The film stars mike vogel, erika christensen, faye dunaway and robert forster, and follows an atheist journalist who looks to disprove his wifes christian faith. In 1980, lee strobels awardwinning investigative reporting earned him a promotion to legal editor at the chicago tribune. Based on the true story of an awardwinning journalist who, working to disprove the newfound christian faith of his wife, begins chasing down the biggest story of all time. But it will certainly please the faithful, and proves. This movie can easily lead into some natural conversations about faith. Is there credible evidence that jesus of nazareth really is the son of god. His wife leslies newfound faith in christ compels lee to utilize his journalistic and legal training to disprove the claims of christianity pitting his resolute atheism. I saw the case for christ last weekend with my wife and girls, and i have to say, they did it right. Former atheist and chicago tribune journalist lee strobel takes an investigative look at the evidence from the fields of science, philosophy, and history. The case for christ shouldnt be dismissed, but like many faithbased productions, its better at preaching to the choir than reaching the unconverted. Looking for local movie times and movie theaters in 767. When skeptics leave the movie theater, it may cause them to rethink what they believe. As with all their movies, before filming, every morning the cast and crew of the case for christ opened in prayer.
No false moves, nothing embarrassing, perfectly cast, meticulously acted, skillfully written, and the dialogue was completely believable and authentic, even the most challenging scenes where did they get those actors. In addition to the case for christ, kevin has three other films coming out in 2017, including the scifi thriller domain and mine 9. The case for christ still has its weaknesses, and even the faithful might feel that a secular inquiry into the evidence of christs resurrection is kind of missing the point. His awardwinning investigative reporting recently earned him a promotion to legal editor at the chicagotribune. In this revised and updated bestseller, the case for christ, lee strobel crossexamines a dozen experts with. The case for christ official movie experience kit campaign. Find the movies showing at theaters near you and buy movie tickets at fandango.
Find out where the case for christ is playing near chilliwack. The case for christ also presents a riveting, dramatic depiction of an actual journalistic investigation. The case for christ regulier film 9789492189967 gospel. The case for christ wont garner many new converts, especially since the evidence presented, at least in the film, proves sketchy at best. In light of the current covid19 concerns in fort worth and around the country, and. It shows that the evidence for christianity and the resurrection of jesus christ is beyond reproach. The case for christ makes a strong argument for mass appeal. The case for christ movie is at cinemas across australia and, just as strobels written work has had an extraordinary impact upon the world, the bigscreen version could be a gamechanger. The premiere screening of the case for christ, based on lee strobels worldwide bestselling book of the same name.
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