The Theology of Cinema: Conversion

A character transforming from their Old Self into a New Self is a narrative arc we see time and time again, a kind of “conversion” empowered by a Need which is awakened within their psyche which redefines who they are.

“Der Sturz des Hl. Paulus” (The Conversion of St. Paul), painted by Parmigianino in 1527

As many of you may know, I have a background in the academic study of theology, a B.A. in religious studies from the University of Virginia and a Masters of Divinity degree from Yale. So…