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Reel Spirituality: Theology and Film in Dialogue

by Robert K. Johnston · 2000

Engaging Culture series

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Increasingly, thinking Christians are examining the influential role that movies play in our cultural dialogue. Reel Spiritualitysuccessfully heightens readers' sensitivity to the theological truths and statements about the human condition expressed through modern cinema. This second edition cites 200 new movies and encourages readers to ponder movie themes that permeate our culture as well as motion pictures that have demonstrated power to shape our perceptions of everything from relationships and careers to good and evil. Reel Spiritualityis the perfect catalyst for dialogue and discipleship among moviegoers, church-based study groups, and religious film and arts groups. The second edition cites an additional 200 movies and includes new film photos.

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medium · 351 pages

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