What Dreams May Come(1998)
This film is suggested for ages all ages and may contain mature romantic content. Biblical themes explored include 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 - love never fails (central theme of redemptive love), 2 Corinthians 12:2-4 - vision of paradise/third heaven, Revelation 21:4 - God wiping away tears in the afterlife, Matthew 7:13-14 - narrow and broad ways, path to salvation. We recommend parents review content before watching with younger children.
Scene-by-Scene References
The depiction of the afterlife in the film connects with Paul's teaching about our eternal dwelling being in heaven, not made by human hands.
The film's portrayal of a pain-free existence in the afterlife reflects the promise in Revelation that God will wipe away every tear and there will be no more death or mourning.
The protagonist's journey to find his wife in the afterlife reflects Jesus' declaration that he is the resurrection and the life.
The enduring love between the protagonist and his wife, even through death, echoes Paul's assurance that nothing can separate us from the love of God.
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- Type
- Movie
- Year
- 1998
- Connection
- Archetypal
- Rating
- PG