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Film Guide: The Help

Adapted from a best-selling and popular book club novel, The Help provides a disturbing and ultimately hopeful message in its portrayal of Jackson, Mississippi in 1961. It tells the story of Aibileen ...more

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 Film Guide , by: Jane Deren

This film discussion guide on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 invites reflection on solidarity, participation in family and community, and the common good. ...more

Film & CST: 'The King's Speech' , by: Bob Stewart

Winner of four Academy Awards®, "The King's Speech" explores the story of Prince Albert (Great Britain's King George VI) and the demands, in terms of cost, courage and responsibility, that come with ...more

Film & CST: "Of Gods and Men" , by: Sr. Katherine Feely, SND

A True Story of the Monks of Tibhirine. The new film "Of Gods and Men" is one not to miss.   ...more

Film & CST: "True Grit" , by: Jane Deren, PhD

True Grit is a classic Western which portrays a very narrow understanding of justice and can provide the context for a rich conversation.  This film discussion guide includes a synopsis, themes t...more

Film Discussion Guide: "Under the Same Moon" , by: Robert Stewart

Under the Same Moon provides a perspective on immigration that no one is likely to get from reading the newspapers or watching the evening news: immigrants have faces, names, and families; they are hu...more
The Blind Side

The Blind Side - Film Discussion Guide , by: Jane Deren, PhD

Based on the true story of Michael Oher and Leigh Anne Tuohy, this film traces the relationship of a homeless young African American high school student and a well-to-do family who opens their home an...more
Toy Story

Toy Story 3 Film Discussion Guide , by: Anna Clarke, Lorraine Cuddeback, Dave Semmens, Jake Brems

Toy Story 3 is a film sure to entertain people of all ages, equally popular with adults and children. The characters you know and love from the first two movies join up once again and have some crazy ...more
Lost

"LOST" Discussion Guide: Exploring CST Themes , by: Jane Deren

The Lost series offers opportunities for reflection on some of the main principles of Catholic Social teaching as well as on the relationship of faith, spirituality, and moral decisions, decisions tha...more

"Invictus" Film Discussion Guide & CST , by: Jane Deren

Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison for fighting apartheid in South Africa.  This year marks the 20th anniversary of his release. This film is the true story of Nelson Mandela’s effort to u...more
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