From Star Wars to Superman: Christ Figures in Science Fiction and Superhero Films by James L. Papandrea
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The greatest heroes in popular sci-fi stories reveal powerful images of Christ and salvation, which is not surprising since people always need rescuing; somebody needs to save the day; and sometimes the whole world cries out for a savior-which kind of “Christ figure” the hero is and what that says about the story's vision of Christ, humanity, and salvation.
Here you will read about:
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Free will and The Matrix
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Wonder Woman: Orthodox Christ figure or gnostic savior?
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The meaning of salvation in Star Wars
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How Superman's life is a parallel of Moses
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I, Robot: the religious reason why the robot is called “Sonny”
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Whether, in any Christian sense, Neo is the One
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Captain America and iron Man: on defends the innocent, the other brings justice to the guilty
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Why the Force in Star Wars is no analogy to grace or the Holy Spirit
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The crucifixion of Spider-Man
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The Star Wars Christ figure: Obi-Wan? Luke? Or even, ultimately, Darth Vader?
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Time travel as incarnation in The Terminator: a compelling analogy
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Regeneration as resurrection in Doctor Who: Is it Christ-like?
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The baptismal significance of the plane crash in LOST
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The incarnation of the Christ figure in Planet of the Apes
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Tron's parallels between Christianity and the Roman Empire
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And so much more!
“This book is a key to the evangelization of our culture. And-you know what?- it's a fun read.” -Mike Aquilina
Product Details:
- Paperback
- 336 pages
- Size: 8.5” x 5.5”
