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There Be Dragons |
1/10/2012 |
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Dove "Faith-Based" - Some content may be offensive
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 Arising out of the horror of the Spanish Civil War, a candidate for canonization is investigated by a journalist who discovers his own estranged father had a deep, dark and devastating connection to the saint's life.
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Checkmate |
1/10/2012 |
Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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Aaron Carlson is a high school student with lofty dreams of becoming a great lawyer. But his dreams are far from his reality. He is the son of an insurance salesman, and doesn't have the connections or the grades to make his dreams come true. Aaron's principal, his school counselor, and his family all insist on a more "reasonable" goal.
But during one of Aaron's mock trials, Judge Andrews recognizes Aaron's remarkable talent and dedication. He offers Aaron an opportunity: win a chess tournament and Judge Andrews will secure admission to a pre-law program for Aaron
Unfortunately, Aaron doesn't even know how to play chess. He starts learning from a book and by playing games on his laptop. Eventually he is invited to play a game arranged by Judge Andrews. If Aaron can win the game, he becomes a member of an elite chess club: the Arcanum. Aaron is shocked to learn that his opponent is his school principal.
Aaron wins, and as he continues to learn the game he discovers he has talent. He also discovers he needs a teacher to help him. Sadly, Aaron doesn't have the money to hire a teacher, and his parents won't help. After unsuccessfully searching for a job, Aaron finds a teacher who is willing to help him in exchange for Aaron's work.
His new teacher, Ben, enrolls Aaron in his first chess tournament. Aaron fails miserably. Aaron considers giving up. Maybe he shouldn't reach so far. Maybe he was born to be just like his father, and his family. Maybe he should take the job at the factory.
But Judge Andrews encourages Aaron, and reveals that Aaron's own father is an accomplished grandmaster. Aaron confronts his father and finds the truth. Finally, Aaron's own father coaches him before the national tournament and Aaron has his opportunity to win a game, and win his destiny.
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Mile in his Shoes, A |
1/10/2012 |
Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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Only a miracle can help baseball coach Arthur “Murph” Murphy (Dean Cain) and his losing minor league baseball team. As Murph sets out to recruit new talent for the team, he stumbles upon Mickey (Luke Schroder), a young farmer with an incredible pitcher’s arm. However, Mickey’s parents are reluctant in allowing him to join the team because he has Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism. Murph convinces Mickey’s parents that life in the minor league will benefit their unique son, but he doesn’t realize just how much his new recruit will help the team’s game and, more importantly, their spirit. Based on a true story, A Mile in His Shoes is an inspirational film that celebrates faith, determination and the power of friendship.
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5,6,7,8 |
1/10/2012 |
Dove "Family-Approved" - Recommended for ages 12 and over
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The award winning film '5,6,7,8' is the inspiring story of Nova Jazz - an elite girls dance company based out of 'The Pulse Performing Arts Studio' in Bedford Hills, NY. The film begins as a 'year-in-the-life' of Nova Jazz, but quickly evolves into an intimate portrayal of five key performers, and the woman who makes it all possible. As Choreographer and owner, Jenn, mother of two, juggles the demands of owning a business and the emotional needs of her teenage students...and takes us all on the roller-coaster journey with her!
'5,6,7,8' delicately crafts the story of each character as the year progresses, culminating in the triumph of the final concert performance in this personal and uplifting documentary
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Courageous |
1/17/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved" - Recommended for ages 12 and over
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Four men, one calling: To serve and protect. As law enforcement officers, Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, David Thomson, and Shane Fuller are confident and focused. Yet at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood.
While they consistently give their best on the job, good enough seems to be all they can muster as dads. But they're quickly discovering that their standard is missing the mark.
When tragedy hits home, these men are left wrestling with their hopes, their fears, their faith, and their fathering. Can a newfound urgency help these dads draw closer to God ... and to their children?
Filled with action-packed police drama, COURAGEOUS is the fourth film from Sherwood Pictures, the moviemaking ministry of Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia. Riveted moviegoers will once again find themselves laughing, crying, and cheering as they are challenged and inspired by everyday heroes who long to be the kinds of dads that make a lifelong impact on their children.
Protecting the streets is second nature to these men. Raising their children in a God-honoring way? That's courageous.
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Smitty |
2/1/2012 |
Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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Thirteen year-old city brat Ben (Brandon Tyler Russell) has done it again... and his struggling, single mother (Mira Sorvino) has had enough of him getting into mischief. Now, Ben has to choose between going down the path of Juvi hall or spending the summer in Iowa on a farm with his estranged grandfather, Jack (Peter Fonda). The day after arriving, Ben is ready to leave. To help Ben get a friend, Jack gets him a smart farm dog from an animal shelter to keep Ben company and in line. Between the dog and a friendly neighbor (Louis Gossett, Jr.), Ben soon learns life lessons about friendship, family and responsibility. It may take a village to raise a child, but when you only have a handful of people and a dog at your side, you have to make do with what you have. Through it all, Ben has the most memorable summer of his life.
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Nature Jams (CD) |
2/7/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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Nature Jams is a high-value, kid-friendly gift package of 16 original songs, four music videos and a colorful 20-page booklet created by über designer Brad Talbott. The song styles range from rock and roll anthems to sea shanties, jazz to folk. Farmer Jason talks with his musical guests about taking hikes, going canoeing, skating and even spelunking. The idea is to get kids excited about the big world around them, observing various animals (“Meadowlark in Central Park,” “Manatee,” and “Dison the Bison”), learning about cool places around the world and simply enjoying nature. “The point is to motivate kids to get outside and excite their curiosity without being preachy,” says Jason. “We tried to make these songs energetic, fun and exciting.”
Farmer Jason raked in an all-star list of guest artists to sing and perform with him on Nature Jams, including Steve Gorman of The Black Crowes, Mike Mills from R.E.M., Tom Petersson of Cheap Trick, Iris DeMent, indie folk darling Brandi Carlile, Grammy®-award winning bassist Vic Wooten, Americana hipster Todd Snider, banjo virtuoso Alison Brown, zydeco star Terrance Simien, platinum-selling vocalist Suzy Bogguss, Celtic rockers The Sawdoctors, humorist-musician Webb Wilder, Hank Williams III and the legendary Tommy Ramone of The Ramones. Other guest artists are Jo Nesbø, the internationally best-selling mystery novelist; Kristi Rose, a Nashville chanteuse; and Ruthie Foster, the Blues Music Awards’ Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year . Even Farmer Jason’s grown-up band Jason and the Scorchers lend energetic, rocking riffs to the song “The Glacier.” With these engaging songs and videos, Farmer Jason and friends hope to motivate children to get outside and experience nature firsthand.
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Being Elmo |
3/6/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved" - Recommended for ages 12 and over
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Limited Theatrical Release - Beloved by children of all ages around the world, Elmo is an international icon. Few people know his creator, Kevin Clash, who dreamed of working with his idol, master puppeteer Jim Henson. Displaying his creativity and talent at a young age, Kevin ultimately found a home on Sesame Street. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg, this documentary includes rare archival footage, interviews with Frank Oz, Rosie O’Donnell, Cheryl Henson, Joan Ganz Cooney and others and offers a behind-the-scenes look at Sesame Street and the Jim Henson Workshop.
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Animals United |
3/6/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved" - Recommended for ages 12 and over
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In the African Savannah, all the animals are wondering what happened to the water. It should have been here a long time ago streaming down through a valley from the distant mountains. Their ever increasing thirst turns into real worry, especially as the last remaining water hole is guarded by rivaling buffalo and rhino herds. So brave meerkat Billy and his best buddy, the peaceful lion Socrates, set out in search of water. Billy wants to prove to his son Junior that he's more than just the giddy neurotic everyone makes him out to be, and that his son can be proud of him. On their way, they meet Gallic rooster Charles, who leads a truly wild party: A lady polar bear, a kangaroo, a Tasmanian devil and two Galapagos turtles to Africa. Their faraway homelands have been destroyed, and they hope to find a better future in the Okavango Delta. Of course, human intrusion doesn't stop at this last natural refuge: Resort manager Smith has build a huge dam to collect water for his luxury resort. Here of all places, politicians from around the world have convened for a conference on how to save the environment. So the animals respond to this outrage with a conference of their own: Wise elephant cow Angie calls on all creatures large and small to fight back - it's a true call of the wild for an action-packed adventure full of animal guile and wile.
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Lion of Judah, The |
4/3/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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When Judah is taken by the townspeople as a sacrifical lamb, his new zany barnyard friends from Bethlehem embark on an adventuresome journey to save him the week preceding the crucifixion of, "The King". Will a lamb's heroic deed on an altar be enough to save the peope-folk of their sins, once and for all? This daring quest will take you from the Bethlehem stable, into the Roman's Courts, passed the Great Temple, the hillside of Calvary, and onto the empty tomb, as The Stable-Mates come to the rescue!
This epic heart-warming story interwines humor and troublesome situations, while delievering foundational messages with gentleness and breath-taking beauty. For Judah, a lamb with the heart of a lion, it is a story of courage and faith that will lead you to the pivotal voyage of hope, which started 30 years ago in Bethlehem, once upon a stable.
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Magic Ball Show, The |
5/8/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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Children offer us a magical and creative insight into their world. This multi-award winning film celebrates children from many different places around the world. Filmed on location in Bali, the Czech-Republic, Mexico, USA, India, France, the Caribbean and Australia.
Our hosts, Ashlee and Ayden are guided by the magician, Shamani Azu, in their travels around the world where they witness the dancing, music and adventures these children offer. Be inspired by every child on The Magic Ball, our planet Earth!
Music by Blues Traveler, Donavon Frankenreiter, Shpongle, Ganga Giri and many more...
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Brother White |
5/29/2012 |
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Dove "Family-Approved"
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Suitable for any age
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David A.R. White (Jerusalem Countdown, Me Again), Victoria Jackson (Saturday Night Live), Reginald VelJohnson (Family Matters, Die Hard), Jackee Haley (Sister, Sister & 227) and Ray Wise (Twin Peaks) star in this heartwarming fish out of water comedy about an associate pastor at a rich mega church in California who finds himself the pastor of poor African American church in the worst neighborhood in Atlanta.
James White (White) is one of dozens of associate pastors at a rich mega church in Southern California under the tutelage of television evangelist Johnny Kingman (Wise). He always longed to have his own church and jumps at the opportunity to become pastor of the impoverished Divine Faith Apostolic Church in Atlanta. His wife and two children aren't very enthusiastic about his assignment. Neither is the congregation itself, but they will have learn to trust each other and pull together to save the church from a corrupt banker anxious to foreclose. It will take a musical miracle, supplied by BeBe Winans himself, to save them all in this heartfelt, family-friendly comedy.
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