Sensational Movies: Video, Vision, and Christianity in Ghana (Volume 17) (The Anthropology of Christianity)

Sensational Movies: Unveiling the Hidden Power of Ghanaian Video Films Get ready to uncover the captivating world of Ghanaian video films, as Birgit Meyer delves into the dynamic process of popular filmmaking in this groundbreaking study.

Exploring the intersections of technology, economy, society, culture, and religion, Meyer analyzes the role of visual culture within the politics and aesthetics of religious world making. With a focus on the period between 1985 and 2010, Meyer examines how video movies negotiate the imaginaries deployed by state cinema and Christianity, revealing a powerful and sensational form of filmmaking that transcends traditional boundaries.

Through a detailed analysis of "film as revelation," Meyer unpacks the affinity between cinematic and popular Christian modes of looking, showcasing the transgressive potential of Ghanaian video films. Whether you're an anthropology student, film enthusiast, or simply someone interested in the cultural formation of the senses and experience, this book is sure to captivate and inspire.

With its thoughtful and theoretically powerful approach, Sensational Movies is an important contribution to the field of anthropology and beyond.

So why wait? Dive into the world of Ghanaian video films today and discover the hidden power of sensational movies!