The Religion and Ethics Report - Separate stories podcast · ABC

Is Hollywood getting religion?

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Has Hollywood become the new missionary, using film and television to bring converts or soften hearts?
This episode explores how religion and spirituality are depicted in Hollywood film and television, examining whether these portrayals influence audiences and act as a form of modern missionary work. It discusses research showing even non-religious viewers engage with religious themes and analyzes examples from The Sound of Music to White Lotus.
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