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In this series, a christian and an atheist take a funny sideways look into the best that cinema and TV has to offer in search of parallels with the gospel or any other Bible stories. We have deep dives with guests who are professors, film critics, super fans and even an exorcist! Give us a listen! And for more exclusive content, check out: https://www.patreon.com/godinfilmpodcast
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Monday Jan 11, 2021
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Our second episode of season 2 see the return of a very special guest to discuss 2011’s ‘Jane Eyre’, Charlotte Brontë’s timeless proto-feminist classic about two people who desperately want to get off with each other. We have a frank discussion about sex, celibacy and what it means to be equally yoked. It’s worth noting that some of the topics in this episode are a bit more ‘earthy’ than many of our topics. So those of a sensitive disposition, may want to skip this one!
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 10:20.
Note: we recorded this several months ago, prior to Eliot Paige coming out as trans, so as a result, is referred to as 'Ellen Paige' throughout the episode, and it was too tricky to re-record. We’ve got mad love for Eliot, and we don’t want to upset anyone. Also, apologies if our sound quality isn’t as great as usual!
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Monday Jan 04, 2021
New year, new season of God in Film! Our first episode of season 2 looks at ‘Da 5 Bloods’, Spike Lee’s agit prop joint that came out on Netflix last year. Giles & Phil talk about messiah figures in mainstream films, how being a man of peace, and strong aren’t mutually exclusive and why Jesus thinks you should pay your flippin’ taxes!
We also chatted with History teacher extraordinaire, Tim Cloke of drywipehistory and MrClokeHistory (check him out on Instagram and Youtube respectively) about the role of Afro-American soldiers in the Vietnam war.
Why not give us a listen?
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 22:16.
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Christmas special episode! For the first episode in six months Jigga & Kid Warrington (that’s Giles and Phil to their mums) dig into ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’. The 1946 Frank Capra classic stating the one and only Jimmy Stewart. We ask, what is intercessory prayer? How is George Bailey like Jonah in reverse and what is the value of a human life, so a nice light episode! Listen on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
In light of recent events, we want to do something, however small, to support the Black Lives Matter movement. In this episode, we switch up our format. Rather than looking at one film or one series of films, we’ll be looking at 10 films that helped us to understand the black experience and we wanted to share our platform with someone who can speak more authentically on the subject. Dr Sefaakor Ahiaku is a dentist by day, creative by night and recently has become something of a spokesperson, educating the charismatic church on some of the subtleties of 21st century racism and micro-aggressions.
Please add your name to the petition to teach colonial history as a compulsory part of the curriculum in UK schools; https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/324092
Please consider donating or doing further research into the following good causes:
https://www.stephenlawrence.org.uk
https://www.libertyhumanrights.org.uk
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
For the tenth and last regular episode in our series, Giles and Phil look at 'The Matrix' franchise! We dive deep into the philosophical questions it poses and look at the influence of eastern religions with our special guest Natalie Minaker who also points out that the alt right are silly little chaps who need a nice sit down. We look at different models of the church, the significance of the Nebuchadnezzar and what the machines really represent.
Finding The Faith In The Film section begins at 22:40.
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
In this week's episode, Giles & Phil turn to C.S Lewis' magical land of Narnia, specifically, 2005's 'The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe'. We stumble on some surprising realisations such as why Aslan is NOT an allegorical figure, the proper way to treat traitors and what exactly are Jesus's favourite crisps? Oh, and we also interviewed a minotaur.
Please note: Some of the topics we touch upon may be upsetting for some people.
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 14:30.
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
In our eighth episode, Giles & Phil look at 'Captain Marvel'. We look at the origins of Carol Danvers, the parallels between Captain Marvel and a certain Old Testament sea-parter, and reflecting on how some times bad people can say good things and we touch upon the impact of spiritual abuse.
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 14:24.
Monday May 25, 2020
Monday May 25, 2020
In this episode, Giles & Phil analyse the faith parallels in the Star Trek franchise, with a specific look at Wrath of Khan. We’ll be looking at the series’ impact on sci-fi, the use of the word myth, and why sacrifice and resurrection are like catnip to writers.
The James Doohan video we talk about can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COJuF7n9gGA
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 19:15.
Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
We're joined by a very special guest co-host this week as we explore the faith parallels in 'Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows'. We look at the power of loving sacrifice, the parallels between Dumbledore and John the Baptist, and the significance of a nice clean Kings Cross!
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 11:27.
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
In our fifth episode, Giles & Phil look at beloved cult classic, 'Dogma' by Kevin Smith. We'll be looking at the confusion around Matthew 16:9, why the apocrypha is the fan fic of the Christian world and does God have a sense of humour?
Finding the Faith in the Film section begins at 18:06.