How Long to Read Faith, Film and Philosophy

How Long Does it Take to Read Faith, Film and Philosophy?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 39 minutes to read Faith, Film and Philosophy by R. Douglas Geivett

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

'THOSE WHO TELL STORIES RULE SOCIETY.'' PLATO.... So who today are our principal storytellers? Not philosophers, but filmmakers. For those who know both the enormous entertainment potential and the culture-shaping power of film, this book will stir mind and imagination. For great stories freight world-sized ideas, ideas worthy of contemplation and conversation. Great cinema inspires wonder. But another philosopher, Aristotle, reminds us that wonder is the true source of philosophy. So perhaps Plato or Aristotle might have a shot at ruling society, even today - if they took an interest in film. These fourteen essays offer wonderful reflection on classic and contemporary films following several major philosophical themes, all within the context of Christian faith: the human condition, the human mind and the nature of knowing, the moral life, and faith and religion. Citizen Kane, Big Fish, Pretty Woman, Legends of the Fall and The Bridges of Madison County contribute to an in-depth consideration of the human condition. The Truman Show, The Matrix, Being John Malkovich and It's a Wonderful Life, among others, illuminate reflection on the human mind and the nature of knowing. Looking at the moral life, contributors interact with such notable films as Pleasantville, Bowling for Columbine, Mystic River and The Silence of the Lambs. The final section pursues the theme of faith and religion traced through a number of Hong Kong martial arts films, Contact, 2001: A Space Odyssey and U2's music documentary, Rattle and Hum. A veritable film festival for all those who want to nurture the wonder of philosophical inquiry and the love of Christian theology through an engagement with big ideas on the big screen.

How long is Faith, Film and Philosophy?

Faith, Film and Philosophy by R. Douglas Geivett is 566 pages long, and a total of 144,896 words.

This makes it 191% the length of the average book. It also has 177% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Faith, Film and Philosophy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 13 hours and 11 minutes to read Faith, Film and Philosophy aloud.

What Reading Level is Faith, Film and Philosophy?

Faith, Film and Philosophy is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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