Episode 108: A theology professor's take on the new film 'Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assasin.' (Dr. Myles Werntz)

The new film, Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin (Angel Studios) is drawing Christian audiences around the world, but does it get the depiction of its title character right?Dr. Myles Werntz (professor of theology at Abilene Christian University) says it does not...and that Christians should view the movie with caution. In this interview, Werntz talks about the critical review he published about the film (perhaps the most widely read and quoted review out there). He also talks about the real Dietrich Bonhoeffer and where Christians can look for the most accurate and insightful information about him.Link to the Marc LiVecche film review (and critique of Werntz's review) from World Magazine (quoted in the interview)Links to Bonhoeffer resources that Dr. Werntz recommends:Dietrich Bonhoeffer: A Biography by Eberhard BethgeFrom Isolation to Community: A Renewed Vision for Christian Life Together by Dr. Myles WerntzThe Bonhoeffer Phenomenon: Portraits of a Protestant Saint by Stephen R. HaynesStrange Glory: A Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer by Charles MarshDietrich Bonhoeffer 1906 - 1945: Martyr, Thinker, Man of Resistance by Ferdinand SchlingensiepenDietrich Bonhoeffer: An Introduction to His Thought by Sabine Dramm and Thomas RiceFind more news and stories at christianchronicle.orgDonate to support this ministry of "information and inspiration" at christianchronicle.org/donateSend your comments, ideas, and suggestions to [email protected]