Movies And Morals
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A thoughtful work of film criticism and moral theology, Movies and Morals presents a compelling argument that cinema is not merely entertainment but a profound medium for moral and spiritual reflection. Anthony Schillaci, O.P., a Dominican priest and media scholar, examines how Hollywood films of the mid-twentieth century engage with questions of ethics, human dignity, and religious meaning, arguing that the screen can serve as a genuine arena for moral dialogue. Written with both scholarly rigor and pastoral warmth, the text illustrates how filmmakers—whether consciously or not—grapple with themes of sin, redemption, justice, and grace. Schillaci instructs readers to approach cinema with a critical yet open eye, offering a framework for evaluating films not just as artistic works but as cultural documents that shape and reflect society's moral imagination. The result is an accessible and intellectually stimulating guide that bridges the worlds of theology and popular culture.
Author: Anthony Schillaci, O.P.
Format: Paperback
Genre: Movies & entertainment
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A thoughtful work of film criticism and moral theology, Movies and Morals presents a compelling argument that cinema is not merely entertainment but a profound medium for moral and spiritual reflection. Anthony Schillaci, O.P., a Dominican priest and media scholar, examines how Hollywood films of the mid-twentieth century engage with questions of ethics, human dignity, and religious meaning, arguing that the screen can serve as a genuine arena for moral dialogue. Written with both scholarly rigor and pastoral warmth, the text illustrates how filmmakers—whether consciously or not—grapple with themes of sin, redemption, justice, and grace. Schillaci instructs readers to approach cinema with a critical yet open eye, offering a framework for evaluating films not just as artistic works but as cultural documents that shape and reflect society's moral imagination. The result is an accessible and intellectually stimulating guide that bridges the worlds of theology and popular culture.