Utopianism in New Age Sci-Fi

This scholarly work delves into the intriguing and widespread phenomenon of Christ figures in contemporary popular culture. When discussing this research area, people often conjure familiar names from film and literature, such as Harry Potter, Gandalf, Superman, Neo, and even ET, all of whom embody characteristics and roles akin to traditional Christ figures. These iconic characters act as moral guides, selflessly sacrifice themselves for the greater good of humanity, and often experience a form of resurrection. Notably, they also bear visual symbols reminiscent of crucifixion during their moments of sacrifice.