Remote Virtue - A Christian Guide to Intentional Media Viewing (Hardcover)

This introduction to media literacy from a Christian perspective provides the tools to find and assess the beneficial-or harmful-ideologies depicted in notable films, programs, and trends. Television and movies shape popular culture, with audiences often unaware of how media messages influence the way they think, act, and view the world. In this enlightening guide, author Jen Letherer interprets film and television shows from a Christian standpoint, revealing how beliefs and values portrayed on the big and small screens often impact the moral conduct of daily viewers. This book provides the tools for Christians to discern the implicit and explicit messages found within this medium, and shows how motion pictures can improve or erode religious principles and a spiritual way of life. In a conversational tone, the work combines classic film theory, an assessment of story structure, and faith-based film criticism to delve into meaning and interpretations of popular movies and shows. Highlighted television programs include Top Chef, Modern Family, Downton Abbey, and The Walking Dead. The book also features films like Citizen Kane, Thelma and Louise, Star Wars, Inception, and The Hunger Games. This fascinating critique prompts media consumers to analyze the messages that their favorite broadcast programs send, consider if those messages are in line with their own values, and align their viewing choices with their personal beliefs. Addresses why and how we should become intentional and conscientious viewers of television and movies Utilizes strong research and a wide range of commercially successful and well-known media examples that will engage readers Presents a critical thinking framework with which to question media messages

General

Imprint:	Praeger Publishers Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2015
Authors:	Jen Letherer
Dimensions:	239 x 157 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	200
ISBN-13:	978-1-4408-3708-1
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Christianity > Christian life & practice > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Christian life & practice > General Books > Christianity > Christian life & practice Promotions
LSN:	1-4408-3708-2
Barcode:	9781440837081

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