A Pastor and an Atheist Collide

Written by on October 26, 2009 in Theism & Atheism - 2 Comments

FINALLY.

Tomorrow marks the release of Collision – the long-awaited documentary/debate between Reformed evangelical Pastor Doug Wilson and well-known atheist/author Christopher Hitchens.

Hitchens, who prefers the label “anti-theist” is known for his strong assertions that religion and Christianity are “bad for the world.” He, along with fellow atheists Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris and Daniel Dennett have often been referred to as “The Four Horsemen”. He is the best-selling author of the book “God Is Not Great.”

Wilson is the pastor of Christ Church in Moscow, Idaho, editor of Credenda/Agenda magazine, and a faculty member at New Saint Andrew’s College. A prolific writer and editor, he has also authored a few books himself, including Letter from a Christian Citizen, Reforming Marriage and Heaven Misplaced: Christ’s Kingdom on Earth.

(from the website…)

COLLISION carves a new path in documentary film-making as it pits leading atheist, political journalist and bestselling author Christopher Hitchens against fellow author, satirist and evangelical theologian Douglas Wilson, as they go on the road to exchange blows over the question: “Is Christianity Good for the World?”. The two contrarians laugh, confide and argue, in public and in private, as they journey through three cities. And the film captures it all. The result is a magnetic conflict, a character-driven narrative that sparkles cinematically with a perfect match of arresting personalities and intellectual rivalry. COLLISION is directed by prolific independent filmmaker Darren Doane.

CHECK OUT THE TRAILER… looks good.

COLLISION outtake: King’s College from LEVEL4 on Vimeo.

About the Author

Chris Poblete serves as executive director at The Gospel for OC and helps run the The Gospel Coalition - Orange County regional chapter. He is the author of the forthcoming book The Two Fears: Tremble Before God Alone (April 2012, Cruciform Press) and serves Jesus at Reverence Bible Church (Mission Viejo). More info→

2 Comments on "A Pastor and an Atheist Collide"

  1. Allen B December 2, 2009 at 10:22 am · Reply

    I heard about this. That Hitchens character reminds me so much of myself three years ago. How was the film, is it good?

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