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Buddhist Themes in World Cinema Quiz

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What is the primary context in which Buddhist-themed films are set?

Buddhist communities like monasteries and temples (correct)

Historical periods

Urban settings

Rural villages

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Buddhist-themed films mentioned in the text?

Utilize Buddhist ideas to explore the experiences and transformation or conversion of characters

Deal directly or indirectly with a Buddhist character (e.g., the Buddha, monk, etc.), texts or locations

Primarily feature action and adventure (correct)

Address Buddhist themes and concerns, including ethical issues from a Buddhist perspective

According to the quote from Dzongsar Khyentse, what is the 'futility aspect' of the film projection that people are blind to?

The fact that the events on the screen have no true existence (correct)

The fact that the film is a commercial product

The fact that the film is made up of individual frames

The fact that the film is a projection of light

What is the main point made in the quote from the book 'Film as Religion, Myths, Morals, and Rituals'?

The constructed, 'imaginary' nature of films and religion does not diminish their power to express another reality Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the text provided?

To provide an overview of the characteristics of Buddhist-themed films Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Buddhist-themed films?

Portraying the experiences and transformations of Buddhist characters Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point of the quote from Dzongsar Khyentse regarding the 'screen' and the 'projection'?

People are blind to the fact that the events on the screen have no true existence Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between religion and film that is highlighted in the text?

Both are humanly constructed phenomena that can express another reality Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a characteristic of Buddhist-themed films?

Address Buddhist themes and concerns from a historical perspective Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message conveyed in the text about the relationship between films and reality?

Films have the power to express another reality, even if they are humanly constructed Signup and view all the answers