The Golden Compass, which is based on the first book in a trilogy of books that is, according to its author, "about killing God," was unexpectedly unpopular at the movies these past two weekends: $26 million its first weekend and $9 million its second weekend. Many expected it to be amazingly popular, like the Lord of the Rings movies or the Harry Potter movies. Guess we were wrong! This may mean that the movie will have a smaller cultural impact than I anticipated.
On the other hand, I Am Legend, which some have dubbed a "pro-God" movie, set a record this past weekend for the highest-grossing December opening ever with about $77 million. Curious about how "pro-God" it is and willing to endure plot spoilers? Check out Plugged In's review and Christianity Today's review.
Very interesting trend!
Data from AP's David Germain
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wow, this is really cool, the I am legend movie and Christianity thing. the site looks really good! lol..first comment, i feel so special....matt
Cool, I thought it was really interesting, too! I bet there were many non-Christians involved in the making of I Am Legend, but God can show His grace to the world even through non-Christians! Pretty cool.
And congrats on posting the first comment! :)
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