Giles Gough
Giles Gough is a writer based in Manchester and host of the 'God in Film' podcast
Reviews‘Better ways to read the Bible’ will be healing for those hurt by the church
Zach W. Lambert says the Bible has been used to wound as well as to heal. His bold new book offers hope, honesty and a fresh approach for those hurt by the Church, says our reviewer
ReviewsThe Materialists: A rom-com that reminds us God’s love is without measure
Celine Song’s latest film follows a successful New York matchmaker as she pairs people up by reducing them to numbers such as age, height and salary. But God doesn’t do this, says Giles Gough, and neither should Christians looking for love
ReviewsWhat the new Fantastic Four gets right (and wrong) about God
Fantastic Four: First Steps leans into the domestic family dynamics as well as the heroics. It is a combination that feels perfectly balanced and for viewers with faith, Giles Gough says there’s an extra layer of biblical parallels woven into the film
ReviewsIt’s hard to ignore the messiah parallels in the most human Superman yet
The long-awaited Superman film directed by James Gunn is one of the most hotly anticipated films of the summer. But does it live up to expectations? Giles Gough finds out
ReviewsBiblical parallels are easy to find in The Salt Path
Biographical drama The Salt Path tells the true story of a couple who lose their home and embark on a year-long coastal walk, despite one of them also being diagnosed with a terminal illness. It’s an inspiring film, set against a beautiful backdrop says Giles Gough. But there’s also spiritual wisdom to be gleaned
ReviewsThe marriage you want: Evidence-based advice for Christian couples that actually helps
This new book by Sheila Wray Gregoire and Dr Keith Gregoire promises advice on marriage based on biblical wisdom and thorough research. Giles Gough loved it so much he gave it a 5-star review
ReviewsMarvel’s Daredevil is a Christian. Born Again has a lot to live up to
As the only character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe whose Christian faith is a central aspect of his story, Daredevil: Born Again offers not just the adventures of a gritty crime drama, but a real exploration of spiritual struggle. Giles Gough explains why we should pay close attention
ReviewsAmazon Prime’s House of David is a masterpiece
House of David charts the rise of David from shepherd boy to the most celebrated king of Israel. Giles Gough says the big-budget series features a strong opening with stellar performances and will give viewers insight into the strength and humility of one of the Bible’s most enigmatic characters
ReviewsCan movies help us understand life? This flawed book attempts to find out
A Whole Life in Twelve Movies promises readers “a journey through life, spirituality and what it means to be human”. But our reviewer says it stumbles along the way
ReviewsNetflix’s Mary is a solid piece of filmmaking but Christians will question its accuracy
Netflix’s Mary tells the story of the mother of Jesus before she became pregnant with the saviour. But is this biblical epic up to scratch? Giles Gough doesn’t think so
OpinionKaos imagines a world shaped by the Greek pantheon, not Christianity
The Netflix series Kaos takes Greek myths and puts them in a modern setting. But what does Zeus have to do with the God of the Bible? Giles Gough explores
OpinionChristians shouldn’t be offended by the Olympics opening ceremony
Many Christians have complained about the Last Supper being recreated by drag artists during the Olympics Opening Ceremony. But is there actually anything to be offended by?
ReviewsThis film on Freud and CS Lewis won't convince anyone of God's existence
On the eve of the second world war, Sigmund Freud invites a young Oxford professor to his house to debate the existence of God. Not long afterwards he dies of suicide. What did the pair talk about, and was Freud’s mind ever changed on the question of faith?
ReviewsDancing for the Devil is a disturbing portrayal of a Christian cult
This new Netflix documentary about a cult leader is hard viewing for Christians, but could help us identify the early warning signs of spiritual abuse, says Giles Gough
OpinionSean ‘Diddy’ Combs can’t use God to mend his image
A video of the rapper previously known as Puff Daddy attacking his ex-girlfriend forced the star to own the actions he’d previously denied. But by playing the ‘God card’ Giles Gough says his apology lacked conviction
ReviewsThe Book of Clarence is not your normal Messiah movie
The Book of Clarence isn’t a Jesus-parody. It’s the tale of a grifter who decides to go into the Messiah business with unexpected consequences. But is it meant to be a comedy or a social commentary? Giles Gough isn’t quite sure
ReviewsDune Part Two is a potent warning against the misuse of religion
Those who dismiss the Dune series as being anti-religious are not looking close enough, says Giles Gough. The epic saga is a lesson in how not to abuse faith and power
ReviewsOppenheimer: A complicated moral conundrum with no easy answers
Christopher Nolan’s most political film to date paints an undeniably bleak picture, says Giles Gough, and asks some impossible ethical questions. Thank God for Christian hope
OpinionThe changing faith of Taylor Swift
While the popstar's references to Christian faith have been infrequent, it may just be possible to trace a journey of deconstruction through her music, says Giles Gough. He reports on the tale of two Taylors
ReviewsHow Indiana Jones can help you talk to your friends about God
As the new Indiana Jones film hits our cinema screens, Giles Gough unpacks the Christian iconography used in the film franchise. It’s a great way to start a conversation about Jesus, he says
