Detailed academic essay considers Tarkovsky's impressive body of work, focusing on themes dramatized in "The Sacrifice" and other films.

Academic paper focuses on the relationship between themes of materialism and salvation in Tarkovsky's film.

Provides details on the cast and production of the film, along with a bibliography of articles about it.

Graphs the film's key themes on a 10-point scale, and offers a plot synopsis and filmographies for the director and cast members.