Exploring the presence of Christ-like figures in films not explicitly about Jesus, the author draws on over fifty years of film reviewing experience. He delves into the themes, characters, and plots that resonate with Christian imagery, providing insights into how these representations can deepen our understanding of faith through cinema. This work invites readers to engage with films from a spiritual perspective, highlighting the transformative power of storytelling in relation to Christian beliefs.
This is the second volume of Peter Malone's letters to movies. A lifetime of professional and personal interest in film together with a ministry of review and recommendation make for letters to films that are honest, thoughtful, informed and, occasionally, challenging. The letters offer unique insights to the films - not only their plot, cast and direction - but about how the movie affected the author at the time: the context of his viewing, the broader changes in church and society that affected his approach and experience. Readers will delight in the sharing of those experiences and prompt them to recall, reflect and celebrate the movies that not only entertained them but somehow shaped their lives and values. While many readers will opt to begin with their own personal favourites, the invitation is to explore the great number of films in the collection, to consider the impact the films made on them - and how this happened at the time of viewing and on revisiting the films in the context of the letters.
Through a series of letters to over 100 films, Peter Malone explores the themes, storytelling techniques, and personal significance of each movie. He invites readers to reflect on how films resonate with their values and spirituality, drawing parallels to the parables of Jesus that reveal deeper truths about life. By connecting cinema to broader human experiences, Malone highlights the enduring power of movies as a medium for understanding ourselves and God's purposes. This work serves as both a celebration of film and an invitation to engage with its profound impact on our lives.
This book offers a unique approach to Bible study by encouraging readers to spend just 10 minutes on a chapter that introduces a Bible story, followed by another 10 minutes of reflection, prayer, and sharing. It emphasizes the concept of "writing your own Gospel," prompting individuals to connect with their personal experiences and favorite passages that have influenced their identities as disciples within the church community. This method fosters a deeper understanding and personal engagement with the teachings of Jesus.
Názorný klíč ke snům a jejich významům Autor v této knize odhaluje skryté mechanismy našich snů. Ve svých výzkumech využívá mnohaleté zkušenosti z vedení snových dílen, svých podrobných zápisků i teorií S. Freuda, Junga a dalších analytiků. Klade důraz na individuální charakter a zkušenosti, které se do snů promítají.
