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Plugged In Movie Review

Plugged In is a Focus on the Family publication designed to shine a light on the world of popular entertainment while giving families the essential tools they need to understand, navigate, and impact the culture in which they live. Through our reviews, we hope to spark intellectual thought, spiritual growth and a desire to follow the command of Colossians 2:8: “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.” Each month, Plugged In is visited more than 1 million times by people looking for detailed information about what’s really in popular movies and television episodes. Entertainment industry ratings only tell you so much. We go deeper, diving into specific content and the meaning behind it.
Weekly English South Africa Film Reviews · TV Reviews
88 Episodes
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Chevalier

The period piece #Chevalier tells true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, the illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner. Will this pic make beautiful music for your moviegoing ears?
21 Apr 2023 1 min

Sweet water

Hall of Famer Nat #Sweetwater Clifton was the first African American to sign an NBA contract. So, is this slice-of-history-in-movie-form a slam-dunk or a pass?
14 Apr 2023 1 min

The Super Mario Bros

When Bowser tries to conquer the world, Mario and Princess Peach must figure out how to save the day in #TheSuperMarioBros.Movie. But will this animated pic leave you wishing for a Game Over?
7 Apr 2023 1 min

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amoung Theives

In the roleplaying adventure pic #DungeonsandDragons:HonorAmoungTheives a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist and run afoul of the wrong people. So, is this a moviegoing treasure … or something more dark and dungeony?
31 Mar 2023 1 min

John Wick: Chapter 4

#JohnWick:Chapter4 In the world of business, some folks would kill to have a seat at the table. John Wick just wants to kill the Table. Not the table itself, mind you. The High Table—if there is a physical thing—is probably just a very nice piece of nonsentient furniture. Mahogany, I’m…
24 Mar 2023 1 min

Shazam! Fury of the Gods

The new movie #Shazam!FuryoftheGods continues the story of a teen who can transform into a superhero by simply saying one magical name. Will this sequel deliver a night at the movies filled with fun and pizzaz?
17 Mar 2023 1 min

Champions

The sports flick #Champions tells of a minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. Should you take the family to see this one or would it be a misstep on your part?
10 Mar 2023 1 min

Creed III

When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy resurfaces looking to make up for time lost in prison, Adonis Creed must break out his gloves and defend his family and home in #CreedIII. Will you want to wade into this cinematic slugfest or say no thanks?
3 Mar 2023 1 min

Jesus Revolution

#JesusRevolution tells the story of a 1970’s hippie who sought peace, love, and rock and roll, but then set a new counterculture crusade in motion. Does that sound like a groovy night at the movies?
24 Feb 2023 1 min

Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

The new super tale #AntManandtheWasp:Quantumania sends our favorite tiny superheroes into the dangers of the Quantum Realm. Should you dive in or, uh, shrink away from this one?
17 Feb 2023 1 min

The Amazing Maurice

#TheAmazingMaurice tells the tale of a streetwise cat who comes up with a money-making rat scheme. Will you be up for the scam or would you much rather scram?
10 Feb 2023 1 min

80 for Brady

The gather-the-girls comedy #80forBrady is inspired by the true story of four octogenarian gal-pals who take a wild trip to the Super Bowl to see their hero Tom Brady play.
3 Feb 2023 1 min

Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist

#LeftBehind:RiseoftheAntichrist begins after millions of people vanish and the world falls into chaos. Is there hope for a better future?
27 Jan 2023 1 min

The Son

The Hugh Jackman-starring film, #TheSon, centers on guy whose life with a new wife and child is upended when his ex appears to get his help with their troubled teen son.
20 Jan 2023 1 min

A Man Called Otto

Tom Hanks take on the role of #AManCalledOtto, a grumpy widower whose only joy comes from criticizing and judging his exasperated neighbors.
12 Jan 2023 1 min

M3gan

The scary tale #M3gan focuses on a life-like robotic doll programmed to be a child's greatest ally. Will you want this dolly anywhere near you or the kids?
6 Jan 2023 1 min

Women Talking

In the stirring drama #WomenTalking, a group of emotionally scarred women wrestle with their faith, commitment, forgiveness, and the rights and wrongs of a terrible situation they’re all a part of. Is this well-crafted film worth a good listen?
30 Dec 2022 1 min

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Everyone’s favorite swashbuckling fairytale cat is down to his last of nine lives in #PussinBoots:TheLastWish. Should his movie be your next ticket-wish at the box office?
23 Dec 2022 1 min

Avatar: The Way of Water

After 13 long years, there’s finally an Avatar sequel coming to a theater near you. But will #Avatar:TheWayofWater make for a joyous run-to-the-silver-screen reunion or leave fans feeling a little blue?
16 Dec 2022 1 min

Pinocchio

There’s yet again another new #Pinocchio film in theaters—this time created by the famed director Guillermo del Toro. But can a director known for horror movies craft a sweet flick for kids?
9 Dec 2022 1 min
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