Details for Theology and Film
Quick Info
- Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
- Course code: THE507
- Credit points: 10
- Subject coordinator: Robyn Wrigley-Carr
Prerequisites
The following courses are prerequisites:
Awards offering Theology and Film
This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:
- Graduate Certificate in Arts
- Graduate Diploma in Arts
- Graduate Diploma in Leadership
- Master of Arts
- Master of Leadership
Unit Content
Outcomes
- Demonstrate an ability to evaluate contemporary film from a theological perspective;
- Reflectively critique the spiritual dimension of films and describe how film impacts us;
- Contrast different portrayals of Christ plus theological themes embedded in films;
- Examine and reflect upon theological motifs inherent in contemporary films; and
- Discern and describe points of contact in contemporary film for communicating the faith to a post-modern generation.
Subject Content
- What is Film and How Does It Affect Us?
- Film-viewing as a Spiritual Discipline
- Creation and Fall
- Law and Justice
- Biblical Epics
- Cinematic Portrayals of Jesus
- Redemption and Forgiveness
- Faith and Vocation
- Hope and Judgment
- Love and Relationality
- Being Human
This course may be offered in the following formats
- Face to Face (on site)
- E-learning (online)
- Intensive
Assessment Methods
- Forums (10%)
- Critical Film Review (40%)
- Research Essay (50%)
Prescribed Text
- Primary readings provided
