About this movie
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.
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relic
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christian relic
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Questions about Treasures of Heaven
How long is Treasures of Heaven?
Treasures of Heaven has a runtime of 59m ( and 59 minutes).
Who directed Treasures of Heaven?
Treasures of Heaven was directed by Paul Tilzey and released in 2011.
What genre is Treasures of Heaven?
Treasures of Heaven is a Documentary film (2011).
Who stars in Treasures of Heaven?
The cast of Treasures of Heaven includes Andrew Graham-Dixon, Sister Wendy Beckett, Neil MacGregor.
