The most common objection I face when critiquing the Twilight Saga is “it’s only fantasy!” In other words, any of the disturbing questions raised about the series are irrelevant and need not be addressed because the genre of “fantasy” makes them intrinsically harmless.
Is this true? Let’s look more closely at “fantasy”.
“fantasy” -
The creative imagination; unrestrained fancy.
An [...]
As we approach Christmas, there are some beautiful readings on the Incarnation which give us a real insight into human dignity. Reflecting on them gives us added reason to question the compatibility of the work of Stephenie Meyer with the truths of the Christian Faith.
What exactly does Meyer say about human beings? It wasn’t until [...]
Young girls today should remember that it is still possible, with the help of God’s grace, to be an innocent, virtuous and dignified young woman.
First, lets define our terms.
Here, we speak of ”innocent” meaning “uncorrupted by evil, malice, or wrongdoing”. Who would want to say that they or their daughter, sister, etc. WAS corrupted [...]
For those of you who keep arguing that this is just “harmless” and don’t know what the big deal is – WAKE UP! Here is some (unintentional) proof that something is rotten in the state of Denmark…
“How is the Twilight fandom is different from the Harry Potter movies? I think you’ve mentioned that the sound of [...]
IMPORTANT UPDATE – there is a new article by Michael O’Brien, written specifically on the Twilight Saga 12/19/09.
I have some excerpts here but I encourage you to read his entire article here.
Reading Michael O’Brien is like drinking coffee. Suddenly, you wake up!
Here is a quote for today:
We must ask ourselves why evil [...]
(Jae Stellari – this post is in line with your earlier comment. Many make the claim “it is JUST fantasy/fiction/a book/ a story”)
IMPORTANT: Do girls need “fantasy”?
The finest contemporary writer on the topic of fantasy literature, etc. is Michael O’Brien. Please visit his excellent website: http://www.studiobrien.com
UPDATE 12/19/09 – O’Brien has just written on the [...]
If we take the time to investigate, it is not difficult to find models for the youth of today – for example, Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. He lived a joyful, pure and authentic Christian manhood. His brief life was one of self-giving. Young men, be inspired. Young women, be hopeful.
St. Irenaeus, one of the Church Fathers, [...]
Amidst the throng of Christian supporters of The Twilight Saga who insist that the books are pro-chastity and pro-life (even the actor who plays Edward in the film sees that the pro-chastity claim is false – see this) and that Edward Cullen is a fine example of a virtuous suitor, I would like to up the ante. [...]
