Episodes
Sunday Apr 27, 2014
Episode Thirty-Three: Noah
Sunday Apr 27, 2014
Sunday Apr 27, 2014
Greetings! SPOILER ALERT! If you have not seen the movie Noah starring Russel Crowe, be warned that this podcast contains many plot spoilers. But as the plot points in this movie were all by the book cliches, they will come as no surprise to you, even if you have not seen the film. In fact, don't go to see this movie; it's not very good. Just listen to Robert and Mike relate to you their experience of watching this movie, and count yourself lucky that you did not waste your money at the theater. If you think we are being to harsh, here are some other opinions:
Sunday Mar 23, 2014
Episode Thirty-Two: Les Misérables
Sunday Mar 23, 2014
Sunday Mar 23, 2014
Bonjour! In this months episode, Mike and Robert turn their critical eye to the award winning Les Misérables starring Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe. That's right--it's Wolverine vs. Jor-El in this musical set during France's Student Revolution. In TV corner we examine the British ITV production of "The Second Coming" with Ninth Doctor Christopher Eccleston.
The Second Coming (TV Mini-Series 2003) - IMDb
For next month, we want to try something different.
You are invited to a Movie and Dinner
“Checking the Gate” wants a date with you! With the upcoming release of Darren Aronofsky’s Noah, Mike and Robert of “Checking the Gate: A Film and Religion Podcast” would like to gather their friends and listeners for an evening of film, food and discussion. The idea is to view the film together, then share a meal at nearby restaurant to talk about it and also record this discussion for the podcast. Here is what we have planned so far; it is still early, so times are subject to change.
Movie: Noah (138 min) PG-13
When: Saturday, April 5, approx. 3:50 PM (showtime may change).
Where: Regal Montrose Movies 4020 Medina Road, Akron, OH 44333
Dinner and Discussion: Chili’s
When: Immediately after movie, approx.. 6:30 PM depending on showtime.
Where: 4022 Medina Rd., Akron, OH
Please RSVP on our Facebook page or by e-mail at ctgpodcast@yahoo.com. Each person is responsible for their own ticket and meal.
The first ten people who RSVP will get $5 off of their meal courtesy of Checking the Gate Podcast! Hope to see you at the movies!
Saturday Jan 11, 2014
Episode Thirty: Life of Pi and Doctor Who (Again!)
Saturday Jan 11, 2014
Saturday Jan 11, 2014
Hooray! We hit the big three-oh in our first episode for 2014. We look once again at “Doctor Who” which just celebrated its 50th anniversary to much fanfare, but first we look at the acclaimed Ang Lee flick Life of Pi.
Next Time: We give our thoughts on Machine Gun Preacher starring Gerard Butler and the popular FOX supernatural thriller "Sleepy Hollow."
Thursday Dec 26, 2013
Episode Twenty-Nine: Joyeux Noel
Thursday Dec 26, 2013
Thursday Dec 26, 2013
Happy Boxing Day! This special holiday edition of Checking the Gate brings you reviews of the foreign feature Joyeux Noel and the family series "Veggie Tales" Now that all the presents have been wrapped, given, unwrapped, and then played with, eaten, drank, watched, broken, or returned, you can sit back and relax with Mike and Robert.
Sunday Oct 20, 2013
Episode Twenty-Seven: The Godfather Trilogy and The Bible Miniseries
Sunday Oct 20, 2013
Sunday Oct 20, 2013
Finally! The cursed episode is finally completed and released! After many delays in recording due to various health problems for both Mike and Robert, then more delays after half the audio recorded was rendered unusable due to computer malfunctions, we at last present to you this episode on The Godfather Series and "The Bible: The Epic Miniseries." We think we have some keen insights that you will surely enjoy.
Sunday Jun 09, 2013
Episode Twenty Five: CTG Podcast Recomends
Sunday Jun 09, 2013
Sunday Jun 09, 2013
Hello faithful listeners, ye who are full of faith! Welcome to a another special episode of CTG Podcast. This month Mike and I have recommended new media to the other for our review session. I (Robert) suggested the movie Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All By Myself and Mike heralded Aaron Sorkin's "The West Wing." Please forgive us caffeine and sugar drove us into tangentland more than once. I Can Do Bad All by Myself (2009) - IMDb Top Ten Left Wing Scenes on The West Wing | Media Research Center The Ten Best "West Wing" Episodes Why do Heathens Make the Best Christian Films? In anticipation of Guillermo Del Toro's kaiju vs. robot extravaganza Pacific Rim coming out next month, we will be turning our gaze upon his previous films Hellboy and Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Both are available on DVD, Blu-Ray, Netflix, and for rent on Amazon. For TV Corner, a new show has come to our attention, that Anne Heche vehicle "Save Me" airing currently on NBC Thursdays at 8PM Eastern. You can also catch up on previous episodes at NBC.com and Hulu Plus.
Tuesday May 07, 2013
Episode Twenty-Four: Contact
Tuesday May 07, 2013
Tuesday May 07, 2013
May the Fourth be with you! Well, it’s a little after May the Fourth. With Free Comic Book Day, Iron Man 3 premiering, and further celebration for Revenge of the Sixth some of us were suffering from nerd hangovers. At any rate, this month’s episode is edited and posted for your enjoyment and enrichment. We discuss the 1997 Zemeckis film Contact and deliver a diatribe of the TV show “Ancient Aliens.”
Carl Sagan's Contact: Summary of the Novel
Ancient Aliens — Episodes, Video & Schedule - H2 on History.com
We have a special theme for our next episode—CTGPodcast Recommends. I recommended to Mike Tyler Perry’s I Can Do Bad All By Myself and Mike suggested I watch select episodes of the “West Wing.” Until then we will be watching something new and catching up on all those free comics!
Saturday Dec 15, 2012
Episode Twenty-It's A Wonderful Life
Saturday Dec 15, 2012
Saturday Dec 15, 2012
Happy Holidays to all! "It's a Wonderful Life" is our seasonal pick for you, and we join in the speculation on what will happen to Star Wars now that Lucasfilm has been sold to Disney in our News Corner. It's a Wonderful Life - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Columbia News Service » Blog Archive » Christian Films Find Fans at the Multiplex Nicolas Cage's Agent - YouTube Next month's episode will hopefully be released back on schedule at the first Friday of the month. We will be talking about Stargate and the last two seasons of Stargate SG-1. Check our Twitter feed for some of the specific episodes to watch on line at places like Amazon or on DVD if you have not seen them before. Merry X-mas!
Thursday Nov 22, 2012
Episode Nineteen: Fireproof
Thursday Nov 22, 2012
Thursday Nov 22, 2012
Welcome to this special Thanksgiving Day release of Checking the Gate that reviews a few of the films by Kirk Cameron. Mike has been waiting to watch "Fireproof" and "Left Behind" for a long time and is proud to present this episode to you. We also talk about the Jeff Foxworthy hosted game show "American Bible Challenge." So after you chow down on the turkey , ham, and sweet potatoes and before you hit the couch for that calorie induced coma, watch one of these movies with the family and give us a listen. But first I, Robert must apologize for the delay in this month's episode. Usually, I try to release these on the first Friday of every month but at the end of October I had emergency laser surgery on my eye for a torn retina. I'm okay now, just really behind on the podcast schedule! So without further adieu, here are Mike and my thoughts on some of the burgeoning Christian film industry's most well known contributions.
Fireproof
Sherwood Pictures Donate to help victims of Hurricane Sandy: News & Stories » Superstorm Sandy Devastates Northeast GSNTV.COM - The American Bible Challenge Hosted By Jeff FoxworthyGSNTV.COM The Official TV Network Website for GSN December brings us back to Christmastime, and in that spirit we will be watching the classic "It's a Wonderful Life" and (if we can get a hold of any copy of it) the old TV show 'Highway to Heaven." The show is hard to find and only the first three seasons were released on DVD. If we make any changes we will update you on Twitter and Facebook. Thanks for listening!Friday Aug 03, 2012
Episode Sixteen: Metropolis
Friday Aug 03, 2012
Friday Aug 03, 2012
Welcome to episode sixteen, on Lang's classic Metropolis and the short lived Caprica, of Checking the Gate: A Film and Religion Podcast. As you may remember, we delayed this episode to focus on Christ centered movies for Easter earlier in the year. At last, we are able to turn our attention to the Medieval religious imagery in an an Expressionist film, to the ethics of cheating death and playing God, and to lamenting unfulfilled promises. Here are some links for those of keen interest. Metropolis The Complete Metropolis - Kino Lorber Home Video Japanese Visual Culture: Explorations in the World of Manga and Anime - Mark Wheeler MacWilliams - Google Books Caprica | Syfy FOX Broadcasting Company - Fringe TV Show - Fringe TV Series - Fringe Episode Guide Septembers episode is going to cover another classic sci-fi piece, the original "Planet of the Apes." We will most likely touch on the sequel "Beneath the Planet of the Apes" and the 2001 remake, but the later two are not required viewing. We will also be discussing the book/miniseries of Stephen King's The Stand, as TV Corner slowly morphs into Book Corner. Until then remember, the mediator of the hed and the hands must be the heart...so say we all!