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A CCM Controversy, the Return of Eduardo and More ...

Eduardo Returns
Eduardo Verastegui, the actor who gained mainstream notoriety for his role in the 2007 breakout indie film Bella, is returning to the screen. His latest is for the Doorpost Film Project, a short film competition with a mission to "to encourage truth-seeking visionaries by honoring their creativity as filmmakers, serving them in the context of building community and sharing their discoveries with the world so that others may have hope."

Verastegui is the lead in a film called the The Butterfly Circus—one of the competition’s top-10 finalists. Also among the finalists is a the film debut of evangelist Nick Vujicic, whose resent interview on The 700 Club in which he tells about living with no arms or legs, became a YouTube sensation.

CNN on Larry Norman
CNN has posted an article about the life, legacy and influence of rocker Larry Norman. During the late 1960s and early 1970s, Norman’s provocative take on Christianity, combined with his rock ‘n roll style, made him a favorite among fans and drew criticism from some leaders. A documentary about Norman’s life is scheduled to be released in early 2010. 


Speaking of Controversial Artists …
Christianity Today has posted an interesting feature about singer/songwriter Derek Webb, whose latest album Stockholm Syndrome is being released with two different versions. One version contains the song “Fin”, which also happens to contain an expletive.

The former Caedmon’s Call singer is no stranger to controversy. His previous solo efforts also ruffled some feathers with subtle political commentary and lyrics that aren’t exactly traditional CCM fair. One Christian retailer even refused to sell his 2003 debut because of its “strong language”.

The CT article talks to both Webb and executives at his label about the controversy, the compromise and the context of Webb’s latest album.

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