The Bible and Film: Literature and Media
Introduction to studying the Bible as literature and its reception in film, from early Hollywood to the present, exploring how filmmakers interpret or depart from biblical sources.
Summary
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.47 GPA, 76.2% A/AB (n=84 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.95 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades).
What you’ll be able to do
Demonstrate knowledge of ancient Near Eastern societies and cultures.
Examine, analyze, and interpret ancient texts in translation.
Critique ancient Greek, Roman, and/or Near Eastern societies and cultures and compare them to other societies and cultures.
Develop understanding of film as a form of biblical reception.
Hone close reading and film-watching skills so as to be able to read a literary text with deeper attention to detail and sharper interpretive instincts, as well as increase ability to articulate their observations.
Demonstrate skills in critical reading, logical thinking, and the use of evidence.
Demonstrate skills in the use of appropriate style and disciplinary conventions in writing and speaking.
Demonstrate skills in the use of core library resources specific to the ancient Near Eastern world.
Source: UW Guide 1· UW Guide 2· UW Guide 3
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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.47 GPA, 76.2% A/AB (n=84 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.95 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades).
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Topics
- Hebrew and Greek Testaments
- Biblical reception in film from early Hollywood to the present
- Filmmakers' adherence to or departure from authoritative interpretations
- Ancient Near Eastern societies and cultures
Skills
- Close reading and film-watching skills for detailed interpretation and articulation of observations.
- Writing and speaking using appropriate style and disciplinary conventions.
- Critical reading, logical thinking, and use of evidence.
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