With the theatrical release of The Golden Compass, all kinds of rumors and reviews are floating around about Philip Pullman and the Golden Compass. Opinions and convictions are being formed left and right, some informed other in ignorance. If you are remotely interested in forming an informed opinion, read the books and see the movie. If you are looking for some discernment before plunging in head first, here are a two excellent resources:
- Mars Hill Audio piece on Philip Pullman (w/ excellent literary critique from Alan Jacobs).
- Atlantic Monthly article entitled “How Hollywood Saved God.”