Movie Reviews and Interviews: Recent Episodes
Edward Looney
Join Fr. Edward Looney and his friends as they discuss recent movie releases in theaters, on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and other platforms. And from time to time, enjoy one of Fr. Edward's many interviews with movie producers and actors.
Sight and Sound Theatre has produced their first theatrical film release with "I Heard the Bells." It tells the story of American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. It's a fascinating movie and story, and by the movie's end you will understand the multi-layer meaning of what "I Heard the Bells" means.
Read my review here: https://catholic-link.org/heard-bells-catholic-movie-review/
Mother Teresa is a fascinating woman who mesmerized believers and unbelievers. A recent documentary produced by the Knights of Columbus told her story in theaters through a Fathom Movie Event.
In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney interviews Oscar Delgado about the Polish documentary turned Fathom Movie event, "St. Michael: Meet the Angel."
The movie Gigi & Nate tells the story of a young quadriplegic man and how his service animal helps him in his daily tasks. In this interview, Fr. Edward talks with Gigi & Nate director Nick Hamm who explains why this story is being shared on the big screen, how it challenges both sides of the animal rights debates, and the message he hopes movie viewers walk away with.
Alexis Walkenstein from AWE PR, a friend of Fr. Edward, joins him to talk about Thirteen Lives. Fr. Edward had the chance to pre-screen Thirteen Lives through Grace Hill Media, and Alexis saw the buzz and wanted to see it. After seeing Alexis tweet about it, Fr. Edward knew she'd be great to discuss that movie and then also to talk about a project AWE PR was working on and promoting called Slaves and Kings.
An interview with comedic legend Jo Koy and actress Lydia Gaston about their historic film releasing in theaters this Friday, August 5th called "Easter Sunday". Easter Sunday is the first film to have an all Asian cast and Filipino leads. It's a movie that made me laugh and conveys the value of celebrating holidays as family. I know it's not Easter Sunday on August 5th when it releases, but it can bring us some Resurrection hope this summer!
This is the introduction to Movie and Reviews and Interviews, giving a back history and what you can look forward to as Fr. Edward Looney and his friends talk about movies they've watched and you'll get to hear interviews Fr. Looney has conducted with producers and actors in the industry. The earlier episodes are archived interviews Fr. Looney has done throughout his podcasting career.
I recently had the opportunity to be a part of a press junket for the movie The Bad Guys which is releasing in theaters on Friday, April 22. I spoke with the New York Times best-selling author Aaron Blabey and Dreamworks Filmmaker and Animator Pierre Perifel. Hear them as they share a bit about the book and movie, and how even a secular film can have a religious theme.
The Catholic world is all a buzz about Father Stu, the new movie starring Mark Wahlberg who plays Father Stuart Long. Father Stu is a moving film about a man who overcame all odds to become a priest. Mark Wahlberg portrays Father Stu, but Fr. Bart Tolleson knew him in real life and joins Fr. Edward Looney today to share stories about his friend.
Learn more about the movie: https://www.fatherstumovie.com/
Fr. Edward was able to attend the premiere of Christmas with the Chosen in Washington DC at The Museum of the Bible.
Fr. Edward Looney interviews Roma Downey, the acclaimed actress from Touched by an Angel, and producer with her husband Mark Burnett of The Bible Series and now a new film releasing on Discovery Plus just in time for Easter- Resurrection. In Fr. Looney's opinion, it is the most exquisite portrayal of the Blessed Mother in film he has ever scene. He discusses with Roma Downey the Blessed Virgin's role in the passion and the days of Easter. This is a must listen to episode.
Resurrection debuts on subscription based streaming platform Discovery+ on March 27th. It's well worth the cost of a month's subscription if a free trial isn't offered.
Fr. Edward's Review: https://catholicexchange.com/experience-the-resurrection-with-mary-in-the-new-film-resurrection
The story of the Saint of Auschwitz is known by many. He gave his life so another might live. In this interview, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Oscar Delgado, the associate producer of the film Two Crowns slated for a fathom event on October 26, 2020 and expected dvd and streaming release sometime thereafter.
Fr. Edward Looney interviews Megan Harrington, the producer of Pray: The Story of Fr. Patrick Peyton.
Fr. Edward Looney has seen the new theatrical production of "Fatima" and he can't wait for listeners to have their opportunity in theatres or on demand on August 28th. In this episode, Fr. Edward speaks with the producer of the film, Natasha Howes.