Reel spirituality: theology and film in dialogue /
Robert K. Johnston.
- 2nd ed., Rev. and expanded.
- Grand Rapids, Mich. : Baker Academic, c2006.
- 351 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
- Engaging culture .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 317-329) and indexes.
The power of film -- A brief history of the church and Hollywood -- Theological approaches to film criticism -- Why look at film?: a theological perspective -- Are movies art? -- In film, story reigns supreme -- Image and music -- Becoming a film critic -- Responding to film ethically: moving beyond the rating system -- Responding to movies theologically -- An exercise in dialogue: the movies of Peter Weir.