The Case For Christ (2017)

In 1980's Chicago, investigative journalist for the "Chicago Tribune", Lee Strobel wrestles with God. He is an Athiest, turned Christian. He spent a few years desparately trying to debunk Christianity and God. He realizes that there is indeed a God and that he now has faith. Hollywood hasn't been real good at depicting Christ in a must have, inclusive way. Like it does with other groups of people. This film sets a precedent over all films trying to depict God, but fail to do it in a original way.

This is one of 2017's most touching films. Granted that other films like: "God's Not Dead" and "Son of God" are Christ-centered films, they didn't reach an emotional impact on those who may be struggling with their faith. This film is a wonderful depiction of how God reaches the Lost.

Actor Mike Vogel did an amazing and powerful performance of the acclaimed journalist turned pastor and professor. He presents Strobel as a major skeptic of Christ. And it's very alarming. You see the impact he makes on screen with his wife Leslie, who is a devout Christian. Their marriage crumbles at the helm of Lee because of his beliefs and work life also.

The studio Pure Flix does an amazing job with this film. They present a way how one can find faith in Christ. It's amazing to see, even as a christ follower, the impact is immense.

WE BELIEVE! Oh wait that's from a different christ-centered film, but it still pertains to this and anything really. This film is a staple into those films based on faith. The faith-based film genre hasn't sat well with Hollywood in regards to the idea of this genre becoming mainstream. It's very refreshing to see a film that sets the standard for that genre.

Rate: A-

Director: Jon Gunn

Starring: Mike Vogel , Erika Christiansen, Robert Forester, Faye Dunaway and L. Scott Cadwell 

MPAA Rating: PG

Runtime: 2 Hours 

Synopsis: In 1980, former atheist and award-winning investigative journalist Lee Strobel applies his journalistic and legal skills to attempt to disprove his wife Leslie's newfound Christian faith, which causes problems within his marriage. After completing a thorough investigation for almost two years he finds the historical evidence for Jesus, and then finds a new faith in Christ.

Photo: Pure Flix

Malawski’s Movie Rating System

A+ = Exceptional, One of a Kind, Masterpiece. Definite award season contender
A= Pure enjoyment, happy feeling. Satisfaction
A- = One to remember. Unforgettable
B+ = Can get a little over the top. But, it makes out as a good film.
B= This film has the potential to be better. Lacks in consistency
B- = Watches occasionally
C+ = Guilty pleasure territory
C= Causes viewer frustration due to lack of depth in the story
C-= Meh
D+ = I hated this movie. Some parts were good. Overall, the film was garbage
D= Very few to no good parts about this movie
D- = Minimal qualities of excellence

F= Don’t even bother watching it. It’s that bad.