Film and music are the language of modern culture. What messages are being conveyed in the movies and songs we love? An Unexpected Journal explores the truths embedded within popular media.
Contributors " Serenity and the Theodicy of Joss Whedon" by C.M. An exploration of the themes of evil, free will, and the power of love in the 2005 film.
"On Judging Movies " by Daniel A guide on film criticism and judging true value in movies.
"A Sonnet to The Language of the Soul" by Donald W. Catchings, a poem on the beauty of music.
"The Function of Absolute Music for Religious and Non-religous Minds" by Will a reflection of the value and purpose of music focusing on the work of Johann Sebastian Bach.
"Where are All the Great Christian Film?" by Joseph A survey of the existing landcape in Christian filmmaking and suggestions for improvement.
"The Value of Smuggled Theology in Music" by Sheila an examination of the way music conveys meaning and deeper truths.
"In Page and Visions of Virtue in Harry Potter " by Roger an analysis of the virtues illuminated in the Harry Potter series.
"Lewisvaldi" by Seth a poem celebrating the joy of summer reflecting the work of C.S. Lewis.
"Who Authors the Authority? A Discussion of Watchmen and Rightful Rule " by Jason an examination of Watchmen's critique of authority.
" Twenty Øne Pilø In the Trenches " by Annie on finding significance and meaning in modern music.
"C.S. Lewis, Myth, and Filmmaking" by Timothy Nargi, a reflection on the ability of C.S. Lewis to convey theological messages in his fiction and its implicatiaon for modern filmmaking.
"Bridging the Gap" and "A Series of Unfortunate Events and the Persistence of Hope" by Zak Schmoll
" The Witch and the Horror of Eternal Consequences" by Philip Tallon and Cameron an examination of the way the portrayal of real evil in films provides real life lessons.
"Analyzing the Fact/Value Dichotomy in Ready Player The Movie " by Charlotte B. an analysis of the movie as a social commentary and cautionary tale.
"Narnia Adapted to the Triune Dance" by Kyoko a reflection of Lewis's search for the dance of the Triune in art.
"Comedy-Drama in Caught Between Good Friday and Easter Sunday" by Hannah a reflection on the way dramedy helps viewers better perceive a Christian view of reality. Cover art by M.A. Listz
Volume 2, Issue 2, Summer 2019: 300 pages.
Language
English
Pages
302
Format
Paperback
Release
June 04, 2019
ISBN 13
9798223663904
An Unexpected Journal: Film & Music (Volume 2)
Film and music are the language of modern culture. What messages are being conveyed in the movies and songs we love? An Unexpected Journal explores the truths embedded within popular media.
Contributors " Serenity and the Theodicy of Joss Whedon" by C.M. An exploration of the themes of evil, free will, and the power of love in the 2005 film.
"On Judging Movies " by Daniel A guide on film criticism and judging true value in movies.
"A Sonnet to The Language of the Soul" by Donald W. Catchings, a poem on the beauty of music.
"The Function of Absolute Music for Religious and Non-religous Minds" by Will a reflection of the value and purpose of music focusing on the work of Johann Sebastian Bach.
"Where are All the Great Christian Film?" by Joseph A survey of the existing landcape in Christian filmmaking and suggestions for improvement.
"The Value of Smuggled Theology in Music" by Sheila an examination of the way music conveys meaning and deeper truths.
"In Page and Visions of Virtue in Harry Potter " by Roger an analysis of the virtues illuminated in the Harry Potter series.
"Lewisvaldi" by Seth a poem celebrating the joy of summer reflecting the work of C.S. Lewis.
"Who Authors the Authority? A Discussion of Watchmen and Rightful Rule " by Jason an examination of Watchmen's critique of authority.
" Twenty Øne Pilø In the Trenches " by Annie on finding significance and meaning in modern music.
"C.S. Lewis, Myth, and Filmmaking" by Timothy Nargi, a reflection on the ability of C.S. Lewis to convey theological messages in his fiction and its implicatiaon for modern filmmaking.
"Bridging the Gap" and "A Series of Unfortunate Events and the Persistence of Hope" by Zak Schmoll
" The Witch and the Horror of Eternal Consequences" by Philip Tallon and Cameron an examination of the way the portrayal of real evil in films provides real life lessons.
"Analyzing the Fact/Value Dichotomy in Ready Player The Movie " by Charlotte B. an analysis of the movie as a social commentary and cautionary tale.
"Narnia Adapted to the Triune Dance" by Kyoko a reflection of Lewis's search for the dance of the Triune in art.
"Comedy-Drama in Caught Between Good Friday and Easter Sunday" by Hannah a reflection on the way dramedy helps viewers better perceive a Christian view of reality. Cover art by M.A. Listz
Volume 2, Issue 2, Summer 2019: 300 pages.