Wade Center Events

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• JUNE 5, 2025 @ 7PM, BAKKE AUDITORIUM
  "The Wages of Cinema: Looking through the Lens of Dorothy L. Sayers" with Dr. Crystal Downing – talk and book signing for The Wages of Cinema A Christian Aesthetic of Film in Conversation with Dorothy L. Sayers (IVP Academic, 2025)
  In a captivating realm where cinematic narratives enchant countless viewers, how can one harmonize their faith with the craft of filmmaking? Downing’s new book, The Wages of Cinema (IVP Academic) encourages a deep dive into this question, drawing upon Dorothy L. Sayers’ Trinitarian view of creativity and her enchantment with theater and film. The book uses examples ranging from the timeless genius of Charlie Chaplin to the cultural phenomenon of Barbie, illustrating how film theory can be enriched by the truths of the Christian faith.
  WATCH THE DOWNING EVENT LIVESTREAM