I think it is unfortunate that a movie teaching morals and character is seen as inappropriate. What about all the sex and violent filled films? Shouldn't those be the films that need parental guidance?
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posted by @ 6/09/2006 10:43 AM
Look at the problems our society has now and ask why? This is a perfect example of how a country built on religion and faith can get transformed and fall. I feel terrible about the battles that all children will face in the next 50 yrs. if we as parents dont stand up NOW for what is right. This is a film that any parent should encourage their children to watch. Why are people so afraid to stand up for something that will only bring "good"? "MJM"
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posted by @ 6/10/2006 3:29 PM
I've already received a forwarded email about this which made it sound like a general onslaught on faith/Christianity is being waged by the MPAA. Is it only this particular film that has received a rating based on those considerations?
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posted by @ 6/10/2006 10:21 PM
Well, I should say a few things. I thought this was an interesting article to link to because independent filmmakers often tangle with the MPAA when adult issues are dealt with in serious ways. The filmmakers often have to cut their films in order not to receive an "NC-17" rating, which more or less dooms a film commercially. Given this, it is interesting and ironic that a group of Christian moviemakers are complaining about an MPAA rating being given to a film on the basis of a religious dialogue.
That being said, I think everyone should note that the rating being discussed here is a PG rating, which doesn't restrict anybody from seeing the film and doesn't dissuade any theater from showing it. The filmmakers wanted a G, apparently, and didn't get one, but I can't believe it's going to hurt their film. In fact, like indie filmmakers who often use an unfavorable MPAA rating to publicize their film, I wouldn't be surprised if these filmmakers aren't doing the same thing. More people know about the film now and the rating won't stop anyone from seeing it.
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posted by Scott Macaulay @ 6/11/2006 3:58 PM
The film "Facing the Giants" deals with issues including depression, pregnancy, and sports violence. Given these themes, a PG rating is entirely appropriate. The MPAA has denied statements that the rating was related to Christian themes, including the above quote. This story is an example of Christian paranoia, not MPAA mis-behavior.
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posted by @ 6/21/2006 3:19 PM
The film wasn't rated PG because it wasn't wholesome movie. It's just that any film that has a strong thematic element whether it is religion or other get's a PG rating. It's not a negative rating. It's a system that has been in affect for years. The filmmakers are just trying to get free press at the MPAA's cost. Now is that very Christian to trash the MPAA???
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posted by alamuchy @ 6/23/2006 11:27 AM
