Title: The religion and film reader /
Authors: Mitchell, Jolyon P.; Plate, S. Brent, 1966-
Publisher: Routledge,
Year: 2007
Subjects: Motion pictures Religious aspects; Religion in motion pictures.
Abstract: Film is now widely studied in theology and religious studies departments. This volume explores key topics including, early responses to film, directors, films and audiences, cultural and social contexts, biblical connections, theological approaches and religious studies perspectives, amongst others.
Contents: The dawn of cinema : adherents and detractors -- The birth of film theory : realism, formalism, and religious vision -- Global perspectives : filmmakers and critics -- Theological and biblical approaches to analyzing film -- Recent reflections on the relation between religion and film.