The article provides an analysis of the phenomenon of transferring religious practices to the digital world, with a particular focus on the game Roblox. In the context of technological progress and the Covid-19 pandemic, which accelerated the migration to the virtual world, the author analyzes how the religiosity of network users and players adapts to new digital realities.The article emphasizes the controversy of the topic, drawing attention to the difficulties associated with transferring metaphysical experiences to the digital environment. Despite this, the author notes that manifestations of religious behavior have been present on the Internet almost since its inception.A specific example that is the subject of analysis is the media phenomenon of masses celebrated in the game Roblox. The author presents the genesis of this phenomenon and the reaction of the media and the church environment to its growing popularity in Poland.
The article mainly concerns the adaptation of Tolkien’s prose directed by Peter Jackson – their creation and reception. It will also explain the issue of accusations of racism against Tolkien and his works. The author traced, among others, the history of early adaptations of “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings”, examined the history of the creation of Peter Jackson’s films set in Middle-earth, their dialogue with Ralph Bakshi’s film, and the changes they introduced to the plot of the books.
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