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Sister Hosea Rupprecht is a member of the Daughters of St. Paul, a religious community dedicated to evangelization with the media. She holds a Master of Theological Studies degree from the University of St. Michael’s College in Toronto and an MA in Media Literacy from Webster University in St. Louis.

Sr. Hosea is director of the East Coast office of the Pauline Center for Media Studies, based in Staten Island, NY, and speaks on media literacy and faith to catechists, parents, youth, and young adults. Together with Father Chip Hines, she is the co-host of Searchlight, a Catholic movie review show on Catholic TV. Sr. Hosea is the author of How to Watch Movies with Kids: A Values-Based Strategy, released by Pauline Books & Media.

For the past 15 years, she has facilitated various film dialogues for both children and adults, as well as given presentations on integrating culture, faith and media.

The Shift - The Strength of True Love

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Sci Fi & Fantasy, Christian
12/21/2023 10:46:00 AM
View Count 1466

Angel Studios, known for "The Chosen" and "The Sound of Freedom," recently released a sci-fi film loosely based on the Book of Job: "The Shift." Unfortunately, the film is not as compelling as it's studio predecessors.

Freud's Last Session - Patient Listening

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Character-driven
12/19/2023 3:47:00 PM
View Count 2273

There's no proof that Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis ever met but we do know that Freud asked an Oxford don to visit him shortly before his death. That fact made playwright Mark St. Germain imagine that Lewis was the mysterious visitor. His off-Broadway play is now "Freud's Last Session" starring Anthony Hopkins as Freud and Matthew Goode as C.S. Lewis.

The Boys in the Boat - We Are One

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Based on a True Story
12/18/2023 3:27:00 AM
View Count 2053

If you're searching for a movie to see over the Christmas holidays that's good for the whole family, look no further than "The Boys in the Boat," director George Clooney's latest project. In a country and world that is experiencing such profound polarization, the unity showcased in this story truly inspires.

How I Learned to Fly - Hope in Dark Times

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Character-driven
11/27/2023 6:02:00 PM
View Count 3959

To movie-going audiences who like to have everything wrapped up in a nice little bow by the end will be sorely disappointed in this film. It doesn't give answers. Instead, it gives hope. "How I Learned to Fly" hits select theaters on December 1st.

Trolls Band Together - Harmony in Imperfection

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Family
11/15/2023 10:13:00 AM
View Count 2054

From a strictly film viewpoint, I think it's about time Dreamworks hung up the Trolls franchise. "Trolls Band Together," the third outing, is as colorful and glittery as the last ones. Kids will still enjoy the upbeat music and dancing and they'll even get a good dose of a message they need so desperately to hear in today's results-oriented culture: you don't have to be perfect to be in harmony with others.

The Burial - Justice and Integrity

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Character-driven, Based on a True Story
10/9/2023 11:47:00 AM
View Count 1327

"The Burial," a new film from Amazon Prime Video, hits theaters October 6th and streaming on October 13th. This crowd-pleaser is a true David and Goliath story that's sure to have you cheering in your seat. At least that's what happened at the theater where I saw the movie.

Mother Teresa & Me - Power of Spiritual Reading

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Character-driven, Christian
10/2/2023 4:00:00 AM
View Count 1380

There have been a good number of films about Saint Mother Teresa, some feature films, some documentaries, but this new one, "Mother Teresa & Me" looks at the life of Mother Teresa from the perspective of the continuing affect her life and work have to inspire people as they go through their own life struggles.

My Sailor My Love - Love, not control

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Character-driven
9/21/2023 10:48:00 AM
View Count 1799

Coming to select theaters on September 22nd and to streaming platforms on October 24th, the new film, "My Sailor, My Love" treats the audience to a touching love story almost doomed by resentment.

Route 60: The Biblical Highway - Remember Your Roots

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Based on a True Story
9/17/2023 6:27:00 PM
View Count 1839

Coming to theaters for two nights only, Monday and Tuesday, September 18 and 19, Route 60: The Biblical Highway is not only a tour of some of the most famous biblical locales but a pilgrimage as the hosts unpack the meaning of what happened in these places both for Jews and Christians.

The Hill - Don't Squander the Lord's Blessings

Sr. Hosea Rupprecht
Film Review, Family, Based on a True Story, Christian
8/22/2023 12:48:00 AM
View Count 1539

In order to fulfill his dream of playing professional baseball, Rickey Hill had many hills to climb. His amazing true story is told in the new film, "The Hill."

Film Reviews

The Shift - The Strength of True Love

Freud's Last Session - Patient Listening

The Boys in the Boat - We Are One

How I Learned to Fly - Hope in Dark Times

Trolls Band Together - Harmony in Imperfection

The Burial - Justice and Integrity

Mother Teresa & Me - Power of Spiritual Reading

My Sailor My Love - Love, not control

Route 60: The Biblical Highway - Remember Your Roots

The Hill - Don't Squander the Lord's Blessings

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