Ryder the OmniscientWhy do so many Christian movies feel preachy and out of touch? In this video essay, I confront a common mistake in Christian filmmaking: forcing the gospel into every scene instead of telling great stories. Many Christian artists believe that quoting Scripture and including overt conversions automatically makes a film godly—but that’s not how Jesus told stories.
Please check out Josh Keefe's video on Christian film. Credit to him for the "Saving Christmas" scene: Why Christian Movies are Bad - youtu.be/50_3J6Go5Ng?si=MzPU73U5vqOqmt9b
Timestamps: 0:00 - STOP forcing the gospel into your art 0:33 - What do we mean by "forcing" the gospel? 4:03 - Laziness in faith-based art 6:00 - Good production, bad message? 7:44 - Why faith-based media FAILS as art 10:45 - The biblical storytelling method (100% success rate) 13:36 - The BEST way to tell stories...is through emotions.
So, who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.
Christian Filmmakers, Stop Forcing the Gospel into Every SceneRyder the Omniscient2025-05-15 | Why do so many Christian movies feel preachy and out of touch? In this video essay, I confront a common mistake in Christian filmmaking: forcing the gospel into every scene instead of telling great stories. Many Christian artists believe that quoting Scripture and including overt conversions automatically makes a film godly—but that’s not how Jesus told stories.
Please check out Josh Keefe's video on Christian film. Credit to him for the "Saving Christmas" scene: Why Christian Movies are Bad - youtu.be/50_3J6Go5Ng?si=MzPU73U5vqOqmt9b
Timestamps: 0:00 - STOP forcing the gospel into your art 0:33 - What do we mean by "forcing" the gospel? 4:03 - Laziness in faith-based art 6:00 - Good production, bad message? 7:44 - Why faith-based media FAILS as art 10:45 - The biblical storytelling method (100% success rate) 13:36 - The BEST way to tell stories...is through emotions.
So, who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Why Christian Movies ALWAYS Look BadRyder the Omniscient2025-09-15 | Why do Christian movies always look...bad? Christian movies have a reputation for being low-quality, but it’s not because of budget—it’s because of bad theology and a lack of artistic focus. In this video, I compare two films with the same budget to show how money isn't the problem, and how excellence and beauty reflect the God we serve.
Christian films don’t have to be flat, cheap, or forgettable. And a low budget isn’t the problem. When a Christian actually cares about their art, it makes a bigger impact and shares the Gospel more effectively than a half-baked evangelical movie ever could.
Christian Filmmakers: Stop Forcing the Gospel into Every Scene youtu.be/BODwdhqrS3w
Timestamps: 0:00 - Why Christian movies look bad 2:45 - The DO's and DONT's of filmmaking 3:50 - What's the range for low-budget films? 4:27 - Nefarious (the DO's) 5:55 - Christian Mingle (the DONT's) 7:29 - Can bad movies spread the Gospel? 8:23 - Why God is an artist
Who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm a filmmaker and musician who is passionate about writing stories and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large. We mirror an awesome artistic God, and I believe Christian movies, music, and art should reflect that. Christian art shouldn't suck, so let's change that one artist at a time.Netflix Accidentally Made a Christian MovieRyder the Omniscient2025-08-25 | K-pop Demon Hunters might be the last place you’d expect to find a Christian story, but Netflix’s hit animated film is actually one of the most powerful explorations of shame and redemption of 2025 (maybe the decade?). In this video, I break down how the movie uses music, character arcs, and biblical themes to echo Scripture without ever quoting a single Bible verse.
Timestamps: 0:00 – Kpop Demon Hunters...A Christian Movie? 2:44 – The Secret Behind the Saja Boys 9:50 – The Song That Exposes Everything 12:36 – Overcoming Shame 15:34 – What This Movie Gets Right About Redemption
So, who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm a filmmaker and musician who is passionate about writing stories and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large. We mirror an awesome artistic God, and I believe Christian movies, music, and art should reflect that. Christian art shouldn't suck, so let's change that one artist at a time.When a Christian Director is Actually BrilliantRyder the Omniscient2025-08-11 | Mel Gibson is a Christian film director (and actor), and his films are brutal, emotional, and deeply rooted in biblical truth. In this video, I break down what makes his writing so brilliant and why it’s stuck with me (and millions of others) for years.
Mel Gibson is an amazing Christian filmmaker, and his movies like Hacksaw Ridge and The Passion of the Christ give us a perfect example of brilliant writing and strong faith. When a Christian director actually knows how to write, it brings faith to life through story, character, and conviction.
Timestamps: 0:00 - The Genius of Mel Gibson 4:31 - How He Writes Believable Characters 6:08 - Christianity in His Films 7:43 - Why I'll Never be the Same
Who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm a filmmaker and musician who is passionate about writing stories and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large. We mirror an awesome artistic God, and I believe Christian movies, music, and art should reflect that. Christian art shouldn't suck, so let's change that one artist at a time.Christian Filmmakers, Stop Making Preachy CharactersRyder the Omniscient2025-07-09 | Preachy characters don’t just make Christian movies awkward — they make them forgettable. In this video, I break down why faith-based films often fall flat, using Fireproof as the prime example. Then I compare it to The Book of Eli and explore how subtle character transformation — like Solara’s arc — can communicate the Gospel more powerfully than a forced sermon ever could.
If you’re a Christian filmmaker, writer, or artist who’s tired of being embarrassed by our own media… this one’s for you.
Timestamps: 0:00 - Stop Making Preachy Characters 1:17 - "Movies Have to Preach the Gospel!!" 5:38 - Why Preachy Characters Don't Work 8:45 - The Power of Subtle Characters
So, who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Christian Filmmakers, Stop Forcing the Gospel into Every CharacterRyder the Omniscient2025-06-19 | This is a warning to all Christian filmmakers and authors. We don't need more "Jesus" movies. We need more good movies.
So, what happens when you prioritize preaching - forcing the gospel - over storytelling? You get faith-based movies that feel more like sermons than cinema. It doesn't work. In this video, I compare Christian Mingle with Silence—a film that barely mentions theology yet delivers one of the most powerful depictions of Christian faith I’ve ever seen.
Dear Christian Filmmakers: Stop Forcing the Gospel into Every Scene youtu.be/BODwdhqrS3w
Timestamps: 0:00 - Stop Forcing the Gospel into your art 0:39 - Show, don't tell 2:16 - The Best Christian movie I've ever seen 6:30 - Deep vs Shallow characters 10:43 - How to make a Story that Connects with people
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#shortsDont skip this if youre a Christian filmmaker.Ryder the Omniscient2025-06-16 | If you're a Christian filmmaker, don't skip this video. I talk about Hollywood and why with them doing a bad job, we have an opportunity to make great movies that people are craving. Christian movies can be powerful, so let's make it happen!
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#shortsThe #1 Sign You Are an IMMATURE ChristianRyder the Omniscient2025-06-02 | In this video, I talk about how you can know if you're an immature Christian vs a mature Christian when it comes to discerning good movies and fiction.
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#shortsHow to Make GREAT Christian Art in a Secular Society (Feat. Bill Ruapp)Ryder the Omniscient2025-05-23 | In this video, I talk with Bill Ruapp, founder of GROK Comics. We talk about his Christian superhero comics, The Remnant, and his inspiration behind them and how others can make great Christian art that makes an impact in a secular society.
Check out the links below and support Bill and his comics @Cyiworldwide !
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———————————— Referenced links in the video: 1. Grok Comics: facebook.com/Grokcomics 2. Bill Ruapp (founder of Grok Comics ): facebook.com/grok558 ———————————— Timestamps: 0:00 - Technical difficulties 9:40 - Interview starts 13:00 - Inspiration behind end-times theme 16:50 - The book of Enoch & inspiration behind the Watchers 20:27 - Dark themes in the Bible & How do you approach dark topics in art? 25:06 - Thoughts on Marvel, DC, and the woke agenda 29:58 - How do we steer away from preachy messaging? 36:30 - How to tell if a Christian has mature discernment 40:25 - Secular vs Christian morality 46:28 - How do you explore dark topics? 50:41 - What is the definition of "Christian art"? 56:05 - How to portray dark themes without crossing the line 1:03:00 - Finding the right people to get feedback from 1:09:00 - Thoughts on Demon Slayer 1:19:48 - Mean people on the internet & growing thick skin 1:29:15 - Thoughts on magic vs superhuman abilities 1:31:12 - Christians taking Scripture out of context
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Why Horror is NOT Anti-BiblicalRyder the Omniscient2025-05-22 | In this video, I briefly discuss why the horror genre is NOT anti-biblical like some Christians would like to believe. It's quite the opposite.
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Why Every Christian Should Study Breaking BadRyder the Omniscient2025-05-19 | I discuss why if you're a Christian artist you should study Breaking Bad. It excellently showcases the consequences of sin.
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.If youre a Christian artist but youre lazy, watch thisRyder the Omniscient2025-05-15 | If you're a Christian artist but you're lazy, you need to watch this. It's time to stop procrastinating!
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#hashtagIf You Make Christian Horror, Dont Make This Mistake!Ryder the Omniscient2025-05-12 | If you make Christian horror, don't make the mistake of shocking your audience just to get a reaction. Use suspense and fear wisely.
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#horror #christianfilmRyder the Omniscient Live StreamRyder the Omniscient2025-04-06 | *** Brief overview of video***
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#hashtagIm a Christian. Heres Why I Made a Horror Film.Ryder the Omniscient2025-04-03 | I'm a Christian. Here's Why I Made a Horror Film.
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#horror #christianfilmA Christian Perspective on HorrorRyder the Omniscient2025-03-31 | A Christian Perspective on Horror
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#horror #christianfilmWhy Christians SHOULD Make Horror MoviesRyder the Omniscient2025-02-27 | In this video I explain why Christians should make horror films. A must-watch for Christian filmmakers and artists. I debunk three myths about horror, showing how the Bible supports this genre as a powerful way to expose evil and point to Christ through storytelling.
The Bible itself contains dark, shocking, and terrifying imagery. So why do we think that horror is inherently sinful? The truth is, horror can be one of the most powerful ways to expose evil, highlight the battle between good and evil, and point people to Christ.
Referenced links in the video: 1. Study on the Crucifixion https://www.wrs.edu/assets/docs/Courses/Christ_in_Gospels/PhysicalDeathofJesusChristJAMA1986.pdf 2. Stop Making Faith-Based Films youtube.com/watch?v=rW38pF1Eg6o 3. Why Christian Movies Suck youtube.com/watch?v=DbvZyS0kzn0
Timestamps: 00:00 - Can Horror Be Christian? 00:39 - What Does the Bible Say About Horror? 5:18 - Are Occult Depictions Sinful? 8:08 - Why Christian Art Shouldn’t Suck 9:26 - Busting Horror Myths for Christians 11:25 - How to Reclaim Horror for Christ
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#hashtag TimestampsWhy are Christian movies so bad?Ryder the Omniscient2025-02-17 | Why are Christian movies so bad?
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#hashtag TimestampsStop Making USELESS Horror Films. Do This InsteadRyder the Omniscient2025-02-10 | I address the challenges filmmakers have in writing horror and evil that doesn't glorify all that is bad. We need to stop making horror films that are useless because of the unnecessary portrayal of violence and evil. Evil needs a purpose in film in order to avoid mistakes.
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#StorytellingIf you like Christian movies, youll hate thisRyder the Omniscient2025-02-07 | If you like Christian movies, you'll hate this
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#hashtag TimestampsThe #1 Thing Christian Artists MissRyder the Omniscient2025-01-27 | The #1 Thing Christian Artists Miss
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#filmChristians cant make good movies.Ryder the Omniscient2025-01-20 | So, you think Christians can't make good movies.
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#christianfilmChristian Films Are Sunday SermonsRyder the Omniscient2025-01-17 | Christian Films Are Sunday Sermons
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#filmThis video is for Christian artists onlyRyder the Omniscient2024-12-30 | This video is for Christian artists only
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#artistChristian Artists Need to Learn this SkillRyder the Omniscient2024-12-27 | Christian Artists Need to Learn this Skill
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#filmSo you think evil shouldnt be in moviesRyder the Omniscient2024-12-23 | So you think evil shouldn't be in movies
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Why Christian Movies Are Bad (And How We Can Fix Them)Ryder the Omniscient2024-12-06 | Christian movies suck and have a bad reputation. From cringy dialogue to shallow characters, even fellow believers roll their eyes. But we can fix them. As Christian filmmakers and artists, we don’t have to settle for bad movies! In this video, I rank good and bad Christian movies.
Dear Christian Filmmakers: Stop Forcing the Gospel into Every Scene youtu.be/BODwdhqrS3w
Timestamps: 0:00 - Why Christian movies have a bad reputation 4:04 - Movies aren't sermons...it's art. 13:25 - Where did we go wrong? 26:01 - The issue with Christian media companies like PureFlix 39:58 - What even is a “Christian” film, anyway? 49:41 - Ranking good and bad Christian movies 50:07 - Hacksaw Ridge 53:11 - God's Not Dead 59:53 - Saving Christmas 1:01:29 - The Count of Monte Cristo 1:03:42 - Silence 1:05:09 - Not-so-rapid Rapid fire movie ranking 1:21:38 - Addressing Hate Comments
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Horror Movies can be Beneficial *for Christians*Ryder the Omniscient2024-12-02 | In this video, we explore the unique opportunities for Christians to make a significant impact in the horror genre and movies, highlighting the potential for storytelling that resonates with audiences while reshaping cultural narratives.
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#christianfilmWhy Christians SHOULD Make HorrorRyder the Omniscient2024-11-25 | In this video, we explore the role of gore in films, its historical roots, and how Christians can and should use horror as a tool to address societal fears and cultural debates. If we don't make horror films correctly, someone else will and we need to make sure the films that are produced align with God's will.
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.Dear Filmmakers: This Needs to CHANGE...Now!Ryder the Omniscient2024-11-19 | Explore how horror films have evolved over the decades, leading to a growing desensitization towards violence, blood, and gore. This insightful analysis reveals the impact of graphic depictions on our perceptions, drawing from iconic series like The Walking Dead. Filmmakers can change the culture for the better, but we need to rethink the ways we've been using tools like gore and violence.
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I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.
#HorrorFilms #filmanalysisWhy Compromise is Killing HollywoodRyder the Omniscient2024-11-14 | Compromise is killing Hollywood, and it will kill Christian films too if we don't change. As Christian artists and filmmakers, we need to resist compromise in cinema. We need to promote a Christian worldview and maintain integrity in storytelling.
📝 Website (contact info & more): https://tr.ee/rprrehtghT
👉 Extra Links (Instagram, blog posts, & more): https://linktr.ee/RyderTheOmniscient --------------------------------- So, who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.
#ChristianWorldviewDear Christians: Horror Films are O.K!Ryder the Omniscient2024-11-12 | Explore how horror films can reveal harsh truths while fostering hope. This discussion highlights "Sound of Freedom" and its powerful message about child trafficking, illustrating the genre's potential to confront unsettling topics with sensitivity. We discuss the balance between portraying darkness and light through storytelling and how it can be BENEFICIAL for the audience.
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👉 Extra Links (Instagram, blog posts, & more): https://linktr.ee/RyderTheOmniscient --------------------------------- So, who am I?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.
#HorrorFilmInsights #FilmAnalysisThis ONE Bible Fact Will Change Your Perspective on MoviesRyder the Omniscient2024-11-07 | This one Bible fact will change your perspective on movies. Roughly 70% of the Bible consists of story, vision, and narrative. Jesus himself used stories to tell his Truth. If he is using stories to tell the truth and hook people in with a captivating vision, why shouldn't we with movies?
I make films & video essays/commentary from a Christian perspective. I'm an amateur filmmaker who is passionate about writing stories in the visual medium and talking about issues in the film industry and culture at large.