What does a Roman centurion and an artist have in common with an ancient mosaic from the Holy Land more than 1,800 years ago?

Popular movies merely build upon our ancient traditions, but the art and craft of cinema have made some uniquely ... and how he saved around a thousand Polish-Jewish lives during the Holocaust.

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An analysis of ancient residues left on a vase depicting the Egyptian deity Bes reveals it may have been used to reenact a myth.

It appears at first glance that “Heretic” is using religion merely as a springboard for horror, as movies often do. But “Heretic” has much more on offer, making for a surprisingly thoughtful and ...