Steven D. Greydanus, widely known as SDG, has been writing about film since 2000, when he founded Decent Films. His work has appeared in outlets such as the National Catholic Register, Catholic Digest, Crux, Christianity Today, Slate, and Our Sunday Visitor, among others. A member of the New York Film Critics Circle, SDG has contributed to notable works like the New Catholic Encyclopedia and the T & T Clark Handbook of Jesus and Film. He co-hosted the Gabriel Award–winning TV show Reel Faith for a decade and frequently appears on Catholic radio. SDG holds degrees in Media Arts (BFA), Religious Studies (MA), and Theology (MA), and serves as a deacon in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark. Recognized by the Catholic Media Association for his work as a film critic, he and his wife Suzanne have seven children.
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Reviews on Decent Films and National Catholic Register
Madison Takes
Steven D. Greydanus was selected as a film curator for Madison Media due to his respected expertise as a film critic and his dedication to evaluating movies through a lens of faith and moral scrutiny. As the creator of Decent Films and a critic for the National Catholic Register, Greydanus has a profound understanding of how cinema can influence and reflect cultural and religious values. His nuanced reviews focus on both artistic merit and moral considerations, aligning well with Madison Media’s commitment to promoting traditional western values through film. Greydanus’s ability to discern and articulate the deeper meanings and ethical messages within films makes him an invaluable asset to Madison Media, ensuring that their selections resonate deeply with audiences seeking thoughtful and uplifting content.
