Théoden King From ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Shows How We Live In A World of Loss

Tolkien’s masterpiece embraces hope born of mourning, embodied by heroes who fight even when all seems lost.
— Shannon Stewart —

Joining Lewis’s ‘Voyage of the Dawn Treader’ Taught Me How to Sail for Aslan’s Country

C. S. Lewis’s third Chronicle beckons to a distant land whose Hero is greater than the fantastic realm of Narnia.
— Elijah David —

Try These Three Practical Questions to Discern Fictional Magic

Challenge the story’s supernatural system by exploring its sources, moral results, and heroes’ motives.
— Marian A. Jacobs —

Why ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Can’t Deliver Holiday Joys

What’s this? Elijah David explores how the cult classic lacks substance.
— Elijah David —

Why Boromir Failed Gondor, Yet Died a Hero

Boromir succumbs to temptation, yet Aragorn tells him, “You have conquered†because greater hope drove the man of Gondor.
— Shannon Stewart —

I Love Beholding the Old Stories Coming True in ‘Prince Caspian’

Good legends prepare our hearts to expect greater realities.
— Elijah David —

‘The Green Knight’ Film May Not Outmatch the Original Poem’s Challenge of Human Virtue

Critics praising David Lowery’s new movie may reveal another Hollywood retelling that’s been stripped of gospel armor.
— Shannon Stewart —

Perfect Characters Don’t Have to Be Boring

C. S. Lewis offers a master class in how to show perfection more attractively and realistically.
— Shannon Stewart —

‘Thor’ Hammers Home the Story of Two Prodigal Norse Gods

In Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 fantasy film, Thor shows heroic repentance, while Loki takes the role of self-righteous brother.
— Emily Hayse —

‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ Explores Flawed Themes in a Gorgeous World

Disney’s latest heroine must learn trust and forgiveness, but Raya’s story feels redundant as she seems to learn little.
— Elijah David —

Why ‘The Horse and His Boy’ is the Best of Lewis’s Chronicles of Narnia

The Horse and His Boy runs strong and improves the Narnian stable by depicting the realm of Calormen and heroes’ hope for freedom.
— Daniel Whyte IV —

Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Wears the Symbolism of Pants

Dan Scanlon’s film leans into the bitterness of loss with its core symbol, leading the audience to a realistic yet redemptive theme.
— Shannon Stewart —

How Reading Epic Fantasy Helps Me Be Brave

Some fault fantasy as unnecessary, but only these stories can uniquely shape our hearts to love virtues such as courage and truth.
— Josiah DeGraaf —

Implicit Magic in Fantasy Fiction Can Stir Our Longing for Transcendent Myth

Some fantasy novels prefer complex magic systems, but “implicit magic†often provokes greater themes in characters and readers.
— Elijah David —

To Help Kids Learn Pop Culture Engagement, Parents Must Work Together

How can moms and dads from different backgrounds agree on pop culture parenting?
— Jason Joyner —

Why We Long for Movies to Match Their Books

From zombies to British nannies, film versions that depart their source material leave us hoping for more.
— L.G. McCary —

Meet Your Family’s Next Favorite Film: Kiki’s Delivery Service

Miyazaki’s coming-of-age tale reenchants the follow-your-heart trope.
— Shannon Stewart —

Fictional Magic Systems Can Go Beyond Rules and Reveal Deeper Characters

Some fantasy novels prefer complex magic systems, but “implicit magic” often provokes greater emotions in characters and readers.
— Elijah David —
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