Home Biblical Hebrew Hebrew Bible New Testament Context Christian Studies Film Film, Culture, and Theology Rationale and Approach: Films reflect and shape culture, and provide significant opportunity for Christian reflection. For full statement click here.  Resources How To Read Film How To Read Scripture Films Film and Culture Social and Intellectual Modern Contexts Bibliography (print media) Bibliography (DVDs) Top Ten Film Lists Film Lists A note on the lists (A) Films of the Depression and the War Years (B) Walt Disney Films (C) After the World Wars to a Human Walking on the Moon (1946-1969) (D) From Woodstock to the Fall of the Berlin Wall (1969-89) (E) The Turn of the Century (1990-2000) (F) After the Fall of the Twin Towers (G) Steven Spielberg Films (H) Hollywood on Hollywood (I) “Direct” Scriptural Adaptation (J) Parodies on Scripture and Parallel Stories (K) Selected Examples of “Indirect” Scriptural Adaptation/Interpretation/Allegory (L) Selected Films with Substantial Christian and/or Religious Themes Links There are many websites devoted to movies and it may be hard to know where to start. The following list of websites are among those I have found helpful for various reasons. It would also be useful for the theological student to read through the sorts of concerns voiced on movie review websites sponsored by conservative Christian organizations. I am NOT endorsing any of these sites. imdb (most comprehensive movie information) afi (top 100 lists, and the like) CT movies (Christian study guides for purchase) teachwithmovies AmericanCinema (free online video film course) Insomniac's Muse I am pleased to introduce Miguel Lau. Miguel has both the right credentials and strong abilities. He has an undergraduate degree in film editing from Cornell, an M.Div. from Biblical Seminary, and many years of pastoral experience with younger adults. Miguel and I have discussed many films together. Movies come apart and come together easily for Miguel. I invite you to take advantage of Insomniac’s Muse—Reading Film, Thinking God, and Drinking Coffee. Activities Several kinds of Activities for individuals and groups Films related to aspects of the Pentateuch Bruce Almighty East of Eden Minority Report Pleasantville iChristian Conference Activities Sullivan's Travels Singin' in the Rain Enchanted Reign Over Me Life the Movie
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