Posts tagged Oscars 2022
Did God Tell Will Smith To Slap Chris Rock? A 2022 Oscars Roundup

The last thing anyone expected from last night’s Oscars ceremony was Will Smith slapping Chris Rock onstage. After he did, he proceeded to talk about God’s calling for his life. Here, we recap that and other faith moments from last night’s awards.

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5 Films That Show How Buddhism Has Influenced Japanese Animation

Throughout Japan, there is a mixture of Buddhism, Shintoism and Taoism, which are easily recognized within the culture. Respect for nature, as well as reverence for “bodhisattvas” can even be seen in Japanese animations, teaching children and even adults. Here are five animations that have Buddhist themes and references.

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Oscar-Nominated 'The Power of the Dog' Gets Its Title From A Famous Psalm

(REVIEW) “The Power of the Dog” became the most-nominated movie for the 2022 Oscars with 12 nominations. A slow-burn Western that explores power, masculinity and forbidden love, the movie gets its title and conclusion from a notable psalm prayed by Jesus.

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