Beliefnet.com published an article detailing all of the religion affiliated (specifically Christian) influences of the 2000s.
The writer makes great points and even highlights religious influences of the decade that initially didn't appear obvious or related to any sort of belief system. For instance, did you know that Napoleon Dynamite is Mormon?
Even the popular Twilight Saga contained elements commonly seen in religion -- Bella remained chaste despite her passionate love for a vampire.
Pop culture experts suggest the Jonas Brothers were perhaps the most influential Christian stars of the 2000s. Their strong Christian tendencies and publicity surrounding their chastity before marriage encouraged their young audiences to seek a similar lifestyle. The brothers even publicly admitted their motto: "True Love Waits" -- engraved on their purity rings.
In regards to Christian holidays, the movie The Passion of the Christ drew in more than $76.2 million on its opening weekend, a much higher number than expected. In fact, the movie is the highest-grossing non-English movie of all time (despite the controversial content).
http://www.beliefnet.com/Entertainment/2009/12/Pop-Culture-Trends.aspx
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