An Unexpected Journal: Film & Music

Film and music are the language of modern culture. What messages are being conveyed in the movies and songs we love? An Unexpected Journal explores the truths embedded within popular media. by C.M. Alvarez: An exploration of the themes of evil, free will, and the power of love in the 2005 film. " by Daniel Asperheim: A guide on film criticism and judging true value in movies. by Donald W. Catchings, Jr.: a poem on the beauty of music. by Will Daniels: a reflection of the value and purpose of music focusing on the work of Johann Sebastian Bach. by Joseph Holmes: A survey of the existing landcape in Christian filmmaking and suggestions for improvement. by Sheila Krygsheld: an examination of the way music conveys meaning and deeper truths. by Roger Maxson: an analysis of the virtues illuminated in the Harry Potter series. by Seth Myers: a poem celebrating the joy of summer reflecting the work of C.S. Lewis. " by Jason Monroe: an examination of Watchmen's critique of authority. by Annie Nardone: on finding significance and meaning in modern music. by Timothy Nargi, Jr.: a reflection on the ability of C.S. Lewis to convey theological messages in his fiction and its implicatiaon for modern filmmaking. and by Zak Schmoll by Philip Tallon and Cameron McAllister: an examination of the way the portrayal of real evil in films provides real life lessons. by Charlotte B. Thomason: an analysis of the movie as a social commentary and cautionary tale. by Kyoko Yuasa: a reflection of Lewis's search for the dance of the Triune in art. by Hannah Zarr: a reflection on the way dramedy helps viewers better perceive a Christian view of reality. Cover art by M.A. Listz Volume 2, Issue 2, Summer 2019: 300 pages.