10 Things I Hate About You and Lessons on Loving Well

Theology of Film - Interpreting and Applying Hollywood’s Modern-Day Parables

In this episode of 'Theology of Film,' Laura and Ryan delve into the movie '10 Things I Hate About You.' They reflect on the film's use of caricatures and stereotypes to portray high school life, discussing both the benefits and potential dangers of these exaggerated depictions, as well as how responsible storytelling can affect teenagers' perceptions and actions regarding relationships. Ultimately, they reflect on scriptural examples of Christian community, emphasizing the importance of living in harmony, humility, and peace with those God calls us to share our lives.

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Discussed Passage

Romans 12:9-18*

Mentioned in this episode:

• John Eldredge - Get Your Life Back (book)
• John Eldredge - Resilient (book)
• William Shakespeare - The Taming of The Shrew (play)
• Parks and Recreation - (tv show)
• John Mark Comer - Live No Lies (book)

*This month, a combination of miscommunication and disorganization resulted in us discussing the same passage in scripture as in our previous episode. We appreciate your patience as we work on ironing out the kinks in the podcast producing process. Please enjoy this episode as we continue to regard the wide applications of Romans 12!

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