Comprising 91 A–Z entries, this encyclopedia provides a broad and comprehensive introduction to the topic of religion within film.
List of Entries, Guide to Related Topics, Preface, Acknowledgments, Introduction, Encyclopedia of Religion and Film, Appendix: Filmography, Selected Bibliography, About the Editor, List of Contributors, Index,
Eric Michael Mazur is associate professor of religious studies and holds the Gloria & David Furman Chair of Judaic Studies at Virginia Wesleyan College, Norfolk, VA.
Although the American cinema dominates the films represented in
this work there are still many international films and directors
featured. The resource examines an eclectic list of film titles and
is highly recommended for public libraries and academic libraries
that support the study of film, religion and philosophy.
*Reference Reviews*
Private church-related colleges, theological seminaries, and public
libraries should find this volume helpful. Summing Up:
Recommended.
*Choice*
It provides an interesting approach to a topic that is central to
many people's lives. Though classified under film, it would have
uses in religion collections as well.
*Booklist*
Clearly written entries will offer much discussion material for
anyone interested in religion and film, either as separate or
combined disciplines. Recommended for academic and large public
libraries.
*Library Journal*
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