Film is now the ‘medium of the masses’, with cinema attendances reaching 3 million every week. Though Christians are often wary of the content of films, they are a key contemporary way of telling stories, and thus present the churches with both a challenge and an evangelistic opportunity. After addressing some key issues, including the ethical question of the influence of what we watch, this booklet looks at the ways in which discussing films can open surprising opportunities to build bridges and share faith. It concludes by setting out practical ways to use film in the local church, and suggests some useful further resources.
