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Religion and Film: The Basics

Jeanette Reedy Solano

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Description:Religion and Film: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to the history, diverse approaches, and ideas associated within the study of religion and film. Referencing films from around the world from the early 20th century to the present day, this unique introduction includes the following topics:the history and dynamics of religion and filmvarious methods to approach religion and filmthe evolution of religion and film scholarshipfilm genre and theoryworld religions and filmunique themes, from race and gender roles to karma and redemptionA fascinating range of films are discussed, from early silent films such as Hypocrites to recent releases such as Minari. Five genres are explored, including horror in The Wicker Man (UK) and Let the Right One In (Sweden) and world religions are analysed in films such as OMG, The Big Lebowski, and Malcolm X. Tropes examined include gender in Water, karma in It's a Wonderful Life, death in Biutiful, and evil in Get Out.With helpful features including recommendations for further study and key films to view, this book is an ideal starting point for students approaching religion and film for the first time as well as those interested in learning more about the field while broadening their methods, knowledge of film, and their film canon.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Religion and Film: The Basics. To get started finding Religion and Film: The Basics, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: Religion and Film: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to the history, diverse approaches, and ideas associated within the study of religion and film. Referencing films from around the world from the early 20th century to the present day, this unique introduction includes the following topics:the history and dynamics of religion and filmvarious methods to approach religion and filmthe evolution of religion and film scholarshipfilm genre and theoryworld religions and filmunique themes, from race and gender roles to karma and redemptionA fascinating range of films are discussed, from early silent films such as Hypocrites to recent releases such as Minari. Five genres are explored, including horror in The Wicker Man (UK) and Let the Right One In (Sweden) and world religions are analysed in films such as OMG, The Big Lebowski, and Malcolm X. Tropes examined include gender in Water, karma in It's a Wonderful Life, death in Biutiful, and evil in Get Out.With helpful features including recommendations for further study and key films to view, this book is an ideal starting point for students approaching religion and film for the first time as well as those interested in learning more about the field while broadening their methods, knowledge of film, and their film canon.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Religion and Film: The Basics. To get started finding Religion and Film: The Basics, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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