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Author:
Papandrea, James L., 1963- author.
Title:
From Star Wars to Superman : Christ figures in science fiction and superhero films / James L. Papandrea.
Publisher:
Sophia Institute Press,
Copyright Date:
2017
Description:
pages cm
Subject:
Jesus Christ--In motion pictures.
Science fiction films--History and criticism.
Superhero films--History and criticism.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary:
When cultures such as ours toss Jesus out one door, He comes in albeit disguised through another. That's why author Jim Papandrea turned to Star Wars, Star Trek, The Matrix, Terminator, Spider-Man, Batman, Dr. Who, and half-a-dozen other modern shows, discovering in each one powerful images of Christ and salvation.
ISBN:
1622823885
9781622823888 (pbk. : alk. paper)
LCCN:
2017038652
Locations:
SIPD314 -- James Kennedy Public Library (Dyersville)

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