In this episode, Dr. Darrell Bock and Dr. Michael Svigel discuss universal themes and narratives in popular films.
http://www.dts.edu/thetable/play/universal-themes-popular-movies/
00:43 The appeal of the science fiction genre
03:56 Theological themes in science fiction movies
06:46 Theology and narrative
08:23 The appeal of Star Wars in popular culture
11:32 Christian approaches to Star Wars
16:41 Universal themes in Star Wars
19:02 Character cycles and fantasy worlds
22:23 Universal Themes in Hacksaw Ridge
30:22 Universal Themes in Ben-Hur
37:42 Universal Themes in Pete's Dragon
42:32 Engaging popular film culture as an ambassador of Christ
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