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Religion and Film

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2020

Religion

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When Atheists Become Deities: How Vox Lux Shows The Intersection Of Secularism, Religion, And Pop Stardom In Consumer Society, Lindsay Saulsberry Mar 2020

When Atheists Become Deities: How Vox Lux Shows The Intersection Of Secularism, Religion, And Pop Stardom In Consumer Society, Lindsay Saulsberry

Religion and Film

An examination of Christian concepts in relation to secular pop stars though an analysis of the film Vox Lux (2018) and the significance of celebrity worship within the context of consumer society. Includes notable ideas from Talal Asad, Kent Brintnall, ReneĢ Girard, John Lyden, Rupert Till and Emilie Townes.