Nikki and Babs - Film Review

As a youth minister, I am always looking for something entertaining and engaging for the youth of the parishes I serve. When I came across Nikki and Babs: Do's and Doubts I was intrigued. I picked up a copy and was blown away. Not only does the series of short films teach biblical virtues, but it is entertaining and quite funny as well.

The series of five episodes centers on Nikki, a quiet, reserved teenager who is forced to spend the summer with her loud, boisterous cousin, Babs. The interaction between the two is hilarious. Each episode involves an adventure that Nikki and Babs encounter over the course of their summer together. Each episode also take on a specific Christian theme:

1. Judgment Day: Nikki learns that judging others only leads to hurt and a feeling of guilt.
2. Idle Worship: Both Nikki and Babs learn that it is better to worship Christ than man.
3. A Difficult Thing: Babs damages the trust Nikki has in her and must make a sacrifice in order to regain that trust.
4. Y-N-V: Nikki is envious of Babs' accomplishments as they battle for the same job.
5. Vanity Share: Babs learns a lesson in vanity as she and Nikki decide whether to enter a local beauty pageant or participate in their church talent show.

 I enjoyed watching these episodes so much, I decided to show the series to my youth group. They all enjoyed watching them as much as I did. They are funny, yet thought provoking, and led to great discussion afterward.

The Nikki & Babs series works well in a youth ministry setting, but it will also work well for parents who wish to find something entertaining, wholesome, and morally uplifting. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for something for their kids. Check it out at Cloud Ten Pictures.