Treasures of Heaven (2011)
Andrew Graham-Dixon explores the ancient Christian practice of preserving holy relics and the largely forgotten art form that went with it, the reliquary. Fragments of bone or fabric placed inside a bejewelled shrine, a sculpted golden head or even a life-sized silver hand were, and still are, objects of religious devotion believed to have the power to work miracles. The documentary features interviews with art historian Sister Wendy Beckett and Neil MacGregor, director of the British Museum.
Director: Paul Tilzey
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: June 20, 2011
Cast
- Andrew Graham-Dixon - Himself
- Sister Wendy Beckett - Herself
- Neil MacGregor - Himself
Production: BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
relic, religious art, christian relic, social & cultural documentary, religious belief
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Treasures of Heaven about?
- Andrew Graham-Dixon explores the ancient Christian practice of preserving holy relics and the largely forgotten art form that went with it, the reliquary. Fragments of bone or fabric placed inside a bejewelled shrine, a sculpted golden head or even a life-sized silver hand were, and still are, objects of religious devotion believed to have the power to work miracles. The documentary features interviews with art historian Sister Wendy Beckett and Neil MacGregor, director of the British Museum.
- Who directed Treasures of Heaven?
- Treasures of Heaven was directed by Paul Tilzey.
- Who stars in Treasures of Heaven?
- Treasures of Heaven stars Andrew Graham-Dixon, Sister Wendy Beckett, Neil MacGregor.
- How long is Treasures of Heaven?
- Treasures of Heaven has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is Treasures of Heaven?
- Treasures of Heaven is a Documentary film.
- Where was Treasures of Heaven produced?
- Treasures of Heaven was produced in United Kingdom.