Genre: Performing Arts
Sub-Genre: Film
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
Age Range: Adult
Book theme: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Genres
Author: James Papandrea
Language: English
Book Synopsis
When cultures such as ours toss Jesus out one door, He comes in albeit disguised through another. That's why author Jim Papandrea turned to Star Wars, Star Trek, The Matrix, Terminator, Spider-Man, Batman, Dr. Who, and half-a-dozen other modern shows, discovering in each one powerful images of Christ and salvation.
Included herein are astute Christian analyses of:
Batman * Captain * America * Doctor Who * The Fifth Element * I, Robot * Iron Man * LOST * The Matrix * Planet of the Apes * Pleasantville * Spider-Man * Star Trek * Star Wars * Superman * The Terminator * The Time Machine * Tron * Wonder Woman
Christians who enjoy popular culture will greet this fun book with interest and acclaim.
Review Quotes
"
From Star Wars to Superman is eminently readable, stimulating intellectually, and satisfying religiously." -- Lloyd Baugh, Professor, The Pontifical Gregorian University "Personal Endorsement"
"I don't think we can fully understand or enjoy superheroes and science fiction until we understand this dynamic. This book is a key to the evangelization of our culture. And you know what? it's just a fun read." -- Mike Aquilina "Personal Endorsement"
Fun, witty, and insightful. As the ultimate Sci-Fi Jesus geek, Papandrea puts storytellers on notice: Your Christ figures will be graded! -- Matt Forbeck, Author of
Rogue One: Junior Novel and
The Marvel Encyclopedia "Personal Endorsement"