“J.E.S.U.S.A.” The Movie with Kevin Miller
The Cupboard welcomes Kevin Miller. Kevin is an author and documentary filmmaker.
He recently directed “J.E.S.U.S.A.”
Kevin says that he writes books that make kids laugh and films that make adults angry.
We speak with him about his recent film which delves into the conflation of some Christian groups in the United States with a form of militarism and nationalism. The documentary is not polemic, but rather offers a thoughtful look at biblical interpretation and misinterpretation. While the challenges are real in terms of distortion of Christian faith, there are many reasons to hope for better, more loving expression.
We highly recommend that you purchase or rent the documentary. The first 8 to 10 minutes are pretty tough to take, but stay with it, better expressions of faith are to follow.
Articles and Videos referenced in this episode
For more information on Kevin’s writing and other projects, visit www.kevinmillerxi.com
For more information on the mimetic theory and René Girard check out this 2016 CBC article.
To see the 2010 double rainbow video by Paul Vasquez click here.
Tasting Notes
This episode we enjoyed two ciders, Hail Mary Rosé Cider and Jackpot Dry Craft Cider, from local cider makers, Windfall Cider.