RTE 507 Reel Theology: An Interdisciplinary Theological Encounter with Contemporary Culture
What religious or theological function can be performed by popular culture? To what extent can film and contemporary literature provide occasions of transcendence, divine encounter, and religious/ ethical exploration? In this course, we will watch movies and read some popular and/or important works of literature as touchstones for theological and religious conversation. Readings in theology and the study of religion will contextualize and round out our discussions.
Prerequisite
Required RTE courses.