The Gospel According to Hollywood: How Racism Sneaked Into the Church’s Story
Alright, let’s just say it: The Christian church has done some great things over the centuries—building communities, dropping wisdom, preaching love. But there’s a big shadow lurking in the background. Yeah, I’m talking about racism. It’s been deep, systemic, and sometimes quietly swept under the rug, but it’s always been there. 1. Yahusha (Jesus) Wasn’t Who Hollywood Painted Him To Be Every time you walk into a church or watch a biblical movie, who do you see? A pale, blonde-haired, blue-eyed Yahusha? That’s Hollywood’s version—safe, familiar, and frankly, way off. The truth? Yahusha was a Middle Eastern Jew, and by every historical and geographical account, he was darker-skinned, had textured hair, and all the rich melanin that comes with living under that Mediterranean sun. 2. The Prince of Egypt: The Subtle Art of Whitewashing I love The Prince of Egypt. The story is powerful, the music is iconic. But let’s be real—have you noticed Moses’s skin tone? He stays dark for m...