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Hollywood Worldviews: Watching Films with Wisdom and Discernment

Award-winning screenwriter Brian Godawa guides you through the place of redemption in film, the tricks screenwriters use to communicate their messages, and the mental and spiritual discipline required for watching movies.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 208 pages

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