#1050 - 9 Christian Films to Watch with Non-Christians

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a portal fantasy novel that follows the story of four English siblings - Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy - who are evacuated to the countryside during World War II. While exploring the large, old house of Professor Kirke, Lucy discovers a wardrobe that serves as a portal to the land of Narnia. In Narnia, they encounter various magical creatures and the evil White Witch, who has cast a spell to keep Narnia in perpetual winter. The siblings soon learn that they are part of an ancient prophecy to save Narnia, aided by the lion Aslan. The story is an allegory of Christianity, with Aslan's sacrifice and resurrection mirroring the story of Jesus Christ. The novel also incorporates elements from Germanic, classical Greek and Roman, and Celtic mythology.

The novel intertwines the life of Jesus with that of Judah Ben-Hur, a young Jewish prince who suffers betrayal, injustice, and ultimately finds redemption. The story explores themes of faith, redemption, love, sacrifice, and spiritual awakening. Ben-Hur's journey is marked by his encounters with diverse characters and his eventual realization of the true nature of the Messiah. The narrative is set against the backdrop of ancient Judea, highlighting the political and spiritual tensions of the time[1][4][5].

In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, imprisoned for stealing bread, seeks redemption after being freed. Pursued relentlessly by Inspector Javert, he becomes a benefactor to Fantine, a struggling single mother, and vows to protect her daughter, Cosette. As Valjean evades capture while improving the lives of others, the story explores themes of justice, mercy, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst poverty and social injustice. Set against the backdrop of political unrest, the narrative culminates in the Paris Uprising of 1832, where the characters' fates intertwine. 'Les Misérables' is a sprawling epic that examines moral dilemmas and the fight for dignity.