It has impacted millions of readers all over the world. It is the opening weekend of the case for christ, a faith film releasing in over 1,100 theaters nationwide on april 7. The case for christ wont garner many new converts, especially since the evidence presented, at least in the film, proves sketchy at best. The case for christ is a high quality movie that should be viewed by more people.
The case for christ showtimes at an amc movie theater near you. The case for christ is the true story of an awardwinning investigative journalistand avowed atheistwho set out to use his wellhoned journalistic and legal skills to disprove the newfound christian faith of his wife, with unexpected, lifealtering results. Basically, the case for christ shows the possibility of shared faith in something greater than human beings, in less than hour and half. As the church groups filed out, alex and i could agree on one thing it really wasnt what the case for christ says about religion that feels preachy, but rather. Pure flix the company that made this movie is building a strong reputation for quality christian movies.
Its an ideal easterseason movie for anyone who has ever pondered the existence of god. Youll have to complete your refund and exchange before the posted showtime indicated on your ticket. When a local youth pastor took his students to see the film, four made a. The case for christ 2017 times favorite theater button overview. Apr 11, 2017 the case for christ is a high quality movie that should be viewed by more people. And the fantabulous emancipation of one harley quinn 2020 sonic the hedgehog 2020 fantasy island 2020 bad boys for life 2020 jumanji. The case for christ in 1980, lee strobels awardwinning investigative reporting earned him a promotion to legal editor. Featured movie news once upon a time in hollywood named best picture at the critics choice awards read more. Its a house of cards built to defend a house of cards, with meek. The case for christ is likely already showing in several of your favorite movie theaters starting this weekend. The case for christ is based on the life of lee strobel an awardwinning author. The real lee strobel and his wife leslie were on the case for christ movie set the day the scene was shot. Based on lee strobels awardwinning bestselling book and starring mike vogel, erika christensen, faye dunaway, and robert forster, the case for christ opens in theaters april 7.
The case for christ emphasizes journalist lee stobels personal drama over his academic investigation, which makes for a watchable movie but thin theology. The case for christ gets tossed out of court posted on april 12, 2017 by rogerinorlando dry, unemotional and considering the subject matter uninspiring, lee strobels the case for christ is a faithbased drama about one atheists researchdriven conversion to christianity. Actors mike vogel, erika christensen on the set the case for christ photo. Movie showtimes data provided by webedia entertainment and is subject to change. Gods not dead i and ii were great and i am eager to see gods not dead iii. A journalists personal investigation of the evidence for jesus. The movie is a dramatization of lee strobels book by the same name, which has sold 14 million copies. I saw the case for christ last weekend with my wife and girls, and i have to say, they did it right. The film stars mike vogel, erika christensen, faye dunaway and robert forster, and follows an atheist journalist who looks to disprove his wifes christian. The case for christ official trailer 1 2017 mike vogel movie. The case for christ church and small group resources for. The case for christ 2007 times movie tickets fandango.
The day of his fathers funeral, lee removes his fathers illinois drivers license from the wallet. Apr 07, 2017 find case for christ movie times near you. How case for christ author lee strobel fabricated his best. After his unlikely conversion in the early 80s, lee strobel would go on to chronicle his spiritual journey in the bestselling book that bears the same title as this movie, the case for christ. The case for christ wont convert any critical thinker, but more disappointingly, it fails as faithbased entertainment. Like in the movie, walter strobel told his rebellious son, i dont have enough love for you to fill my little finger. Mar 22, 2019 many evangelicals think of lee strobel as the man who can cure your doubts about their religion. Local showtimes and cinemas now playing the case for christ near edmonton get the latest movie times, trailers and celebrity interviews.
He was forced to acknowledge that the case for christ was absolutely unbreakable. Find out where the case for christ is playing near edmonton. The movie the case for christ is released this weekend. The case for christ also presents a riveting, dramatic depiction of an actual journalistic investigation. Movie theater information and online movie tickets. Mike vogel, erika christensen, frankie faison, faye dunaway, robert forster, jon. Lee strobel and his wife leslie were moved to tears as they watched clips depicting their early marriage and family struggles play out in. The case for christ 2017 cast and crew in 1980, lee strobels mike vogel awardwinning, investigative reporting earns him a promotion to legal editor at the chicago tribune.
The case for christ is a mustsee movie for both christians and atheists. The case for christ shouldnt be dismissed, but like many faithbased productions, its better at preaching to the choir than reaching the unconverted. Not even a skilled journalist, with legal training and a reporters tenacity at interviewing, could break the case. The case for christ movie synopsis and plot showtimes. After his unlikely conversion in the early 80s, lee strobel would go on to chronicle his spiritual journey in the bestselling book that bears the same title as. 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. Apr 08, 2017 theres something about pure flix thats unlike any other major film production company in existence. The case for christ, the case for faith, the case for a creator, et al. It shows that the evidence for christianity and the resurrection of jesus christ is beyond reproach.
The drama is based on lee strobels new york times best seller that follows his journey from atheist to christfollower. Jul 03, 2018 lee strobel spent two years of his life studying, researching, learning everything he could in order to disprove the resurrection and deity of christ. Lee strobel spent two years of his life studying, researching, learning everything he could in order to disprove the resurrection and deity of christ. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. His awardwinning investigative reporting recently earned him a promotion to legal editor at the chicagotribune. All this history and debate does not bog down the plot with unnecessary explanations, however. Apr 07, 2017 the case for christ wont garner many new converts, especially since the evidence presented, at least in the film, proves sketchy at best. Apr 07, 2017 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. I pray that each and everyone will test this, eternity is a very long time to spend on the wrong side. 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. Lee strobel was the awardwinning legal editor of the chicago tribune and is the bestselling author of the case for christ, the case for faith, the case for a creator, and the case for grace.
The case for christ compares favorably with any of them. Sep 09, 20 no film can truly portray the person or times of yeshua. A harddriving journalist, lee strobel was exactly where he expected to be at work. Lee strobel has published various books with titles such as. A scholar takes a close look at the claims for the historicity of jesus resurrection. Mike vogel is lee strobel in christian recruitment propaganda film. His 1998 book, the case for christ, has sold millions of copies, was made into a 2017 movie by the. Opening today in theaters nationwide, the case for christ is an entertaining film adaptation of lee strobels bestselling book the case for christ. You may exchange or request a refund for your entire order, less the convenience fee, through fandango up until the posted showtime. But it will certainly please the faithful, and proves. Showcase cinemas warwick, warwick movie times and showtimes.
Cause many times these films force us on their own. The case for christ 2017 synopsis 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. The case for christ 2017 tvpg 1h 53m dramas bothered by his wifes unyielding belief in christianity, an investigative reporter sets out to use verifiable facts to poke holes in her faith. Many evangelicals think of lee strobel as the man who can cure your doubts about their religion. However, it also extols the honest search for truth. It took us 10 years to figure out how to talk calmly and productively, but we did and were still married. Theres something about pure flix thats unlike any other major film production company in existence.
The case for christ is a 2017 american christian drama film directed by jon gunn and written. Pure flix entertainment and triple horse entertainment mike vogel and erika christensen, stars of the new film the case for christ, say the relationship of exatheist lee strobel and his wife leslie encouraged their own marriages. The life of jesus christ lds full movie best quality. His 1998 book, the case for christ, has sold millions of. The case for christ movie and the power of prayer sonoma. Apr 07, 2017 the movie the case for christ is released this weekend. Dec 24, 20 lee strobel was the awardwinning legal editor of the chicago tribune and is the bestselling author of the case for christ, the case for faith, the case for a creator, and the case for grace. Based upon the goldmedallion awardwinning bestseller, the case for christ documents lee strobels journey from atheism to faith through his twoyear investigation of the bible and the. The case for christ makes a strong argument for mass appeal. The case for christ is a 2017 american christian drama film directed by jon gunn and written by brian bird, based on a true story that inspired the 1998 book of the same name by lee strobel. Showcase cinemas warwick warwick showtimes and movie. 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. Apr 07, 2017 based upon the goldmedallion awardwinning bestseller, the case for christ documents lee strobels journey from atheism to faith through his twoyear investigation of the bible and the.
The case for christ movie adds more theaters for easter. 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 2017 rotten tomatoes movie trailers. The case for christ is a wonderful and important film. Well refund your credit card or we can credit your fandango account to use for another movie. The case for christ showtimes near edmonton movie times and. With a journalism degree from the university of missouri and a master of studies in law degree from yale, lee has won four gold medallions for publishing.
Trittin, author and president, lifesmart publishing, llc realistic, pitchperfect, and powerful. As with all their movies, before filming, every morning the cast and crew of the case for christ opened in prayer. Actors mike vogel, erika christensen inspired by love story. The case for christ is not a documentary, and it never feels like one. 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. The studio behind that film, pureflix, is back this week with the case for christ, a much more compelling and subtler film that tells the story of lee strobel, a top investigative reporter. The songs are a great connection to the new pure flix film the case for christ, based on the bestselling book by lee strobel.