Theology Goes to the Movies

<p>Drawing a comparison between religion and cinema-going, this text examines a range of contemporary films in relation to key theological concepts. Cinema as a religion-like activity is explored through cognitive, affective, aesthetic and ethical levels, identifying the religious aspects in the social practice of cinema-going. </p><p>Written by a leading expert in the field, <em>Theology Goes to the Movies </em>analyzes:</p><ul> <li>the role of cinema and Church in Western culture</li> <li>the power of Christian symbols and images within popular culture</li> <li>theological concepts of humanity, evil and redemption, eschatology and God.</li> </ul><p>This is an ideal text for students seeking a new way into the study of theology. </p> <p>Part One: Contextualizing Theology in a Media Age Part Two: A Systematic Theology through Film Part Three: Christian Theology in Practice</p>