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Jason Korsiak

Ash Wednesday and a defense of BATMAN: THE MOVIE (1966)

Batman '66 is a loving tribute to the silver age of comics and reminds us to lighten up (and about Ash Wednesday).

Jason Korsiak

JACK FROST (1979), Loneliness, and the Paradox of Love

A perfect holiday special for February, Jack Frost tells the story of a lonely winter spirit that shows us the paradox of love.

Jason Korsiak

FROZEN (2013), being yourself, and how "Let it Go" is a lie!

There are dozens of theories speculating on what “Let It Go” represents, but most see it as a song of empowerment. The problem is, it isn't

Jason Korsiak

GREMLINS (1984), Christmas, and the dark side of nostalgia.

A kooky Christmas classic about monsters ravaging a small town, Gremlins is a deconstruction of nostalgia, Christmas, and how sin grows.

Jason Korsiak

MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947) and the Trials of Faith

NOTE: Originally published in THE CHRISTMAS GOSPELS (2017). Photos added. “Faith is believing when common sense tells you not to. Don't...

Jason Korsiak

Persecution, Loving Your Enemy, and A LITTLE PRINCESS (1995)

NOTE: Originally published in THE PRINCESS GOSPELS (2018). Photos added. “All women are princesses. It is our right.” Year: 1995...

Jason Korsiak

FRIDAY THE 13TH (1980) and the Unlucky Cycle of Judges

NOTE: Originally published in THE MONSTER GOSPELS (2017). Photos added. “I'm a messenger of God. You're doomed if you stay here!” Year:...

JASON KORSIAK