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Episode 328: Is The Life of Chuck Worth Seeing? A Catholic Priest’s Honest Reaction

June 14th, 2025  |  15 mins 42 secs

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Is The Life of Chuck worth seeing? Catholic priest and film reviewer Fr. Edward Looney gives his honest reaction to this mind-bending, deeply human film based on Stephen King’s short story.

Fr. Looney had early access to a pre-screening but still went to the theater to watch it again—and in this video, he explains why. He shares why this film struck a deep emotional chord and why he thinks it's one of the most thought-provoking movies in recent years.

He also shares that two audience members walked out of the theater after the first 30 minutes, calling the movie “stupid”—a sentiment Fr. Looney firmly refutes. Stay tuned to hear why he believes they missed the entire point of the film.

BONUS: Fr. Edward Goes to the Movies- Conclave Reaction

October 24th, 2024  |  12 mins 26 secs

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Edward Berger's new movie Conclave is sparking controversy in Catholic circles. Some in the Catholic world are calling for people to boycott the movie and view it as ani-Catholic propaganda. What does Fr. Looney think? He isn't just spouting an opinion, he's seen Conclave, and shares his reaction and comments about the controversy.