AYJW029: Footloose (2011)

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Footloose (2011) earns its PG-13 rating. There is violence and sexually suggestive behavior, lots of bare skin, drugs and drinking, and a lot of foul language. The movie also shows rebellious behavior on the part of teens, and teens back talking adults.

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AYJW028: Thor

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Thor is clean and filled with action. It has a somewhat moral message and makes us rethink certain mythologies. But opens discussions on heaven, science and magic, redemptions, and more.

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AYJW027: Courageous (2011)

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Short but simple, go see Courageous! This newest movie from Sherwood Pictures (makers of Fireproof) will challenge fathers and still entertain many.

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AYJW026: Moneyball (2011)

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Moneyball was not a heavy-hitter against critical thinking, but it does open up conversations for grace, morals, and goals.

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AYJW025: Dolphin Tale (2011)

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Dolphin Tale is another family-friendly movie from the makers of Blind Side. It brings discussion of tragedy, mythology, and following a path.

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Please Nominate Are You Just Watching?™ for Movies/Films in the Podcast Awards

Podcast Awards: nominate today

The annual Podcast Awards are upon us! Would you please nominate Are You Just Watching?™ and the rest of the Noodle.mx Network podcasts for awards?

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AYJW024: Contagion (2011)

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Contagion is not the first or last virus movie. But it does raise questions of morality, evolution, and—what else?—the end of humanity.

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AYJW023: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2

J.K. Rowling's series has at last come to a close and the latest Harry Potter movie has been in theaters for a while, but there's always time for some critical thinking!
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J.K. Rowling’s series has at last come to a close and the latest Harry Potter movie has been in theaters for a while, but there’s always time for some critical thinking!

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AYJW022: The Help (2011)

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The Help was a beautiful movie that will make you angry, laugh, and maybe even cry. But listen to our podcast review to get The Help to think critically.

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AYJW021: Captain America: The First Avenger

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The all-American hero from Marvel was chosen because of his inner strength and compassion. But what does Captain America really say?

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