Frank Simpson

MLITT IN THEOLOGY AND THE ARTS STUDENT

Hometown: Newcastle, Tyne and Wear
Education: BA Philosophy and Theology, Durham University

Academic Interests
Having been brought to the MLitt programme by an undergraduate module in Religion and Film, Frank’s interests centre around Christianity and popular culture. His optional module is in the Department of Film Studies, and he is currently working on a paper focussing on The Matrix, theology, and gender. Going forward, he is particularly interested in the role of popular culture in the creation and confirmation of identity.

Other Interests
Frank is involved in several community radio projects, and will be appearing in the Musical Theatre Society’s production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show in October 2021.