Redeemed in blood: the sacramental universe of Martin Scorsese.

From: Journal of Popular Film & Television | Date: March 22, 1996| Author: | Copyright information

Film director Martin Scorsese's films usually depict his religious convictions. The religious influences in his childhood have become deeply ingrained in his being that these mold the way he perceives the world. Such a world view is reflected in his works and their characteristic religiosity is shown in how he depicts the search of his characters for their redemption in different situations. His conviction that bloodshed is associated with redemption can be clearly seen in his movies. His religious works include the 1988 hit, The Last Temptation of Christ, and Mean Streets.

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