Ma`rifat Farhangi Ejtemaei

The objective mechanism of the influence of "religious art" from the axiological perspective of "divine proximity (qurb)" on the construction of personal identity, as a neglected link, constitutes the focal point of this inquiry. Using an analytical-descriptive method, this research seeks to answer the question: How does teleological cinema shape the identity of the audience across various dimensions? The findings indicate that cinematic works aligned with the goal of divine proximity affect personal identity through two distinct yet synergistic pathways: 1. At the conscious level, through processes of identification and the reinforcement of critical faculty; 2. At the unconscious level, through meaningful imagery that gradually directs the intellectual system and lifestyle of the audience. This study concludes that attending to these dual mechanisms not only completes the theory of religious art but also provides an effective strategy for directing cinematic productions toward the development of the audience's character and the building of a virtuous society.