Treasures of Heaven · 2011
Treasures of Heaven (2011) is a Documentary film directed by Paul Tilzey, starring Andrew Graham-Dixon, Sister Wendy Beckett, Neil MacGregor.
Documentary
Overview
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.
Cast
Andrew Graham-Dixon, Sister Wendy Beckett, Neil MacGregor
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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.
When was "Treasures of Heaven" released?
Treasures of Heaven was released in 2011.
Who stars in "Treasures of Heaven"?
The cast includes Andrew Graham-Dixon, Sister Wendy Beckett, Neil MacGregor.
