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End-of-summer films offer little for families
Wednesday, September 8, 2010

WASHINGTON — The following are capsule reviews of movies recently reviewed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Office for Film and Broadcasting.
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At father’s urging, Estevez makes film he sees as metaphor for life
Wednesday, September 8, 2010

TORONTO — Actor and director Emilio Estevez reluctantly went to Spain to tell a story about how faith, hope and walking are all part of the American way of overcoming hard times.

The movie has “no nudity. There are no explosions. There are no car chases,” said Estevez. “It’s about people. It’s about this community of broken souls. And there’s a ton of humor in it.”
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TV talent sensations to sing for pope in Scotland
Thursday, August 26, 2010

GLASGOW, Scotland — Stars discovered on popular British television talent contests will perform for pilgrims during Pope Benedict XVI's visit to Scotland Sept. 16.
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Dominicans recall how music man Mitch Miller helped them make a record
Thursday, August 19, 2010

By Claudia McDonnell

NEW YORK — Mitch Miller probably will be remembered best as the man who made America sing along.

His 1960s television show, with old favorites performed by a men's chorus as the lyrics appeared on the screen, brought out the crooner in everyone. He produced numerous best-selling albums that came complete with song sheets.
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Movie guidelines for family viewing
Tuesday, September 7, 2010

WASHINGTON  — The following are capsule reviews of movies recently reviewed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Office for Film and Broadcasting.
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