Why The Arts Are Losing The Culture War
John Simmons looks explores the pre-conceived ideas people often have about studying in universities, gaining employment and becoming successful in life.
Browsing: Books, Films & the Arts
Catholics Read Equal Rites
Kiara, Victoria & Luke discuss Terry Pratchett’s Equal Rites, as well as gender roles and sexual difference in fantasy literature and Western history.
“Mother!” and the God of the Bible
Bishop Robert Barron unpacks why the recent film Mother! is deeply confused about the God of the Bible and His relationship with humanity and creation.
Catholics Read The Awakening of Miss Prim
The Catholics Read team discuss Natalia Sanmartín Fenollera’s The Awakening of Miss Primm, and the importance of truly personal communication and community.
Ingrid’s Virtual Reality
Bishop Robert Barron presents dark comedy Ingrid Goes West as a critique of the “iPhone culture” where virtual relationships trump real friendship.
Catholics Read Last Testament
Luke and Victoria explore Benedict XVI’s Last Testament, discussing his ability to maintain charity under immense criticism, and his sense of integrity.
Catholics Read Sense and Sensibility
Victoria and Luke explore Sense and Sensibility, how it reflects us to ourselves, and what St Thérèse of Lisieux teaches us about these characteristics.
Catholics Read The Cross and the Switchblade
Luke and Victoria discuss The Cross and the Switchblade, David Wilkerson’s refreshing radicality and how it can help Catholics to trust in the power of God.