The religion and film reader / edited by Jolyon Mitchell and S. Brent Plate.

Other author Mitchell, Jolyon P.
Other author Plate, S. Brent, 1966-
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York ; London : Routledge, 2007.
Descriptionxxi, 470 pages ; 24 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents only
Supplemental ContentInhaltsverzeichnis
Subjects
Motion pictures--Religious aspects.
Religion in motion pictures.
Religious films.

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.
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.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [445]-457) and index.
Bibliography noteIncludes Web resources.
Issued in other formOnline version: Religion and film reader. New York ; London : Routledge, 2007
Issued in other formOnline version: Religion and film reader. New York ; London : Routledge, 2007
LCCN 2007007857
ISBN0415404959 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780415404945 (hbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0415404940 (hbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780415404952 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks PN1995.5 .F53 2007 ✔ Available Place Hold