In My Honest Opinion

  “Your son is awake.” “Until dawn, he is your son.” Sound familiar? Mufasa knew what he was talking about. But let’s acknowledge something – this is banter between two parents working together. Not everyone is so fortunate. Not everyone has someone to whom they can say: “Until dawn, he is your son.” And that brings us to this discussion. Movies are filled with single parents. Some inspire us to do better, while others… well, don’t. Let’s get into it.  The Accidental Single Parent I know what you’re thinking – there’s nothing ‘accidental’ about having a child. Biology is biology, after all. But in movies, some parents don’t even know they have a child until one shows up at their doorstep, flipping their world upside down. These unexpected arrivals force them to adjust their lives, and in doing so, they change for the better. A perfect example is An Instant Dad (2023). The main character, Ricky, is a bachelor who loves partying with his friends. But one day, a young girl appea...

  A carefree bachelor. A surprise daughter. A crash course in fatherhood. An Instant Dad delivers all that and more. Directed by Jennifer Gatero, this 2023 film takes what seems like a lighthearted premise and infuses it with unexpected depth. While the title suggests a simple, comedic transformation, the movie dives into themes of loss, responsibility, and personal growth—making for a more layered and engaging watch than you might expect. Starring Blessing Lungaho, Hannah Wanjiku, Torrey Wachanga, and Alice Ngina, An Instant Dad follows Ricky (Lungaho), a man fully immersed in the party lifestyle—drinks, women, and no real commitments. His world is turned upside down when a young girl named Amy shows up at his door, claiming to be his daughter. Suddenly faced with the reality of fatherhood, Ricky must decide whether to rise to the occasion or run from it. But as he wrestles with this new responsibility, it becomes clear that his biggest struggle isn’t just parenting—it’s confron...

Prayer. It’s personal, powerful, and sometimes—downright hilarious in movies. Whether it’s a moment of desperation, a misunderstanding of faith, or just an attempt to blend in, the film industry has given us some truly memorable (and laugh-out-loud) prayer scenes. But here’s the thing: some of these prayers come from faith-based films. So, what’s the deal? Should prayer be a tool for humor in movies? As Richard Sibbes once said, “God can pick sense out of a confused prayer.” Let’s dive into some of the funniest movie prayers and see what they reveal about faith, misunderstanding, and human nature. 1. The Resurrection of Gavin Stone (2017) A Hollywood bad boy, Gavin Stone (Brett Dalton), fakes being a Christian to land the role of Jesus in a church Easter play. What could go wrong? Well, when he’s asked to bless the pizza, he delivers this gem: “Dear God, as we head into battle every day, we know it will not be easy. But even though our enemies, like the devil, may try to take our lives...

  What happens when you throw Brett Dalton, Anjelah Johnson, Shawn Michaels, and Neil Flynn into the same movie? Apparently, Dallas Jenkins asked himself the same question—and the result is The Resurrection of Gavin Stone , a film that delivers both humor and heart in a surprisingly refreshing way. The story follows Hollywood bad boy Gavin Stone (played by Dalton), who finds himself in legal trouble and is sentenced to community service at his hometown church. In an effort to make the experience more bearable, he pretends to be a Christian so he can land the lead role in the church’s Easter production. But as he gets deeper into the church community, his world begins to shift. The more time he spends around genuine believers, the more he starts questioning his own life, beliefs, and choices. What starts as a performance soon becomes something far more real. One of the strongest aspects of the film is its cast. Brett Dalton is perfectly suited for the role of Gavin, bringing both ch...