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201150 minGdocumentary

Religious History

The Devil We Know

201150 minGdocumentary

Fifty minutes examine the Devil's representations in art, music, and popular culture from the Bible to modern media.

Religious History

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Fifty minutes examine the Devil's representations in art, music, and popular culture from the Bible to modern media.

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Jessica Browndirector

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The Devil appears in various forms throughout history, from biblical texts to modern music. This documentary examines his representations in art and popular culture. It traces the evolution of the Devil's image and its meanings. The film includes references to the Bible, rock music, and the internet. It addresses the dual feelings of attraction and repulsion that the figure evokes. The runtime is 50 minutes, and it was released in 2011.

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