Agape Love in Film & TV
Agape love is the Greek word for a very specific type of love that is selfless, sacrificial, and unconditional. In Christianity, it is the word use to describe God's love for humankind. Think about your own understanding or reference for this type of love as you check out some of the clips below.
Disney's Frozen
Olaf explains love to Anna
Harry Potter & the Sacred Text podcast
"Love: The Man with Two Faces" episode
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Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump in Vietnam War goes back for his friend, Bubba
Inside Out
Bing Bong makes the ultimate sacrifice for Joy
Reflection Questions:
How did you understand agape love within your own worldview before exploring it in pop culture?
How did seeing examples of agape love in pop culture help evolve your understanding of this theme?
Do you agree with how agape is represented in these clips?
Were these references you had seen before this retreat? If so, did this explanation of agape love change your perspective of the movie/podcast?
Are there any other examples of agape love in popular culture that this reminded you of?
Where have you experienced agape love in your life?