This book investigates the intersection of cinema and theology by proposing that the act of movie-going functions as a modern, religion-like social practice. Clive Marsh, a recognized scholar in theology and culture, utilizes a multidisciplinary framework to bridge the gap between popular entertainment and religious inquiry. By examining contemporary films through cognitive, affective, aesthetic, and ethical lenses, the author argues that cinema serves as a primary site for the negotiation of Christian symbols and existential questions in Western society.

Experts and educators frequently identify this work as a foundational text for students exploring the relationship between popular culture and religious studies. Readers often note the accessibility of the prose, which balances academic rigor with clear applications for those new to theological analysis.