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About Nick Olszyk
Nick Olszyk teaches theology at Marist Catholic High School in Eugene, Oregon. He was raised on bad science fiction movies, jelly beans, and TV shows that make fun of bad science fiction movies. Visit him online and listen to his podcast at "Catholic Cinema Crusade".
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Young Washington captures the trials and character of the founding father

July 20, 2026 Nick Olszyk 8

FCC Rating: PG-13 Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 reels As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, I find it rather surprising that Young Washington is the only theatrical film focused on the history […]

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On the fragile margins of existence: A review of Little House on the Prairie

July 12, 2026 Nick Olszyk 5

Distribution Service: Netflix FCC Rating: TV-PG Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 stars I was vaguely aware of the Little House book series as a child, but it was for girls, and I was expected to read Hardy […]

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“Chime Travelers” is a time-traveling, Saint-learning adventure for children

June 10, 2026 Nick Olszyk 2

Reel Rating: 3 out of 5 reels Time traveling is a well-established tradition in animated Christian programming. It began with the Hanna-Barbara classic The Greatest Adventure: Stories from the Bible (1985-1991) and continued with modern productions […]

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My Heart for Yours: A review of Sacred Heart: His Reign Has No End

May 29, 2026 Nick Olszyk 3

From time immemorial, the heart has been the organ of the divine. While the head processes information, the heart gives life to the body by sending blood to every cell that needs nourishment, just as […]

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Documentary on ecumenism and unity has good intentions, but lacks execution

May 6, 2026 Nick Olszyk 28

Distribution Service: Fathom Entertainment FCC Rating: G Reel Rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars The Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity originated as the “Secretariat for Promoting Christian Unity,” which was founded by Pope John XXIII […]

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“House of David” and Michael Iskander continue to impress in second season

April 11, 2026 Nick Olszyk 3

FCC Rating: PG-13 Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 reels King David is one of the most important characters in the Old Testament. Yes, Abraham started it all, and Moses was the liberator and lawgiver, […]

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Punk space odyssey with a deeper—and providential—purpose

April 7, 2026 Nick Olszyk 4

FCC Rating: PG-13 Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 reels Note: Some spoilers ahead! There are few things as remote, extreme, or beautiful as outer space, despite it comprising most of our universe. Space has […]

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A Mary who is detached and beyond our grasp

March 31, 2026 Nick Olszyk 4

Distribution Service: Fox Nation Reel Rating: 2 out of 5 reels Martin Scorsese is not only one of the greatest film directors in history but also has a clear affinity for complex and profound spiritual […]

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New docudrama on King David offers insights into faith, hope

March 21, 2026 Nick Olszyk 3

Distribution Service: Fox Nation FCC Rating: TV-PG Reel Rating: 3 out of 5 reels King David has been experiencing a renaissance. Last year, Angel Studios released a successful animated adaptation of his story, while Amazon […]

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God and the gods: A review of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin

February 15, 2026 Nick Olszyk 0

Distribution Service: DailyWire+, new episodes Thursday evenings MPAA Rating: Not rated at the time of this review Reel Rating: 4 out of 5 reels The Arthurian legend was born during a time of great historical […]

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