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Date: 2004-11-06 12:07:10

Comment:

Putting aside my problems with some of the philosophical views put forth in the film, one has to admit that it was not a well done film.  The "story" if that is what you want to call it was choppy and had no character development.  The acting was subpar and the writing was bad.  

The interviews were ok but most of the subjects seemed to be so interested in themselves and their own rather conventional theories that they were not interesting people to watch or listen to.  The ideas put forth in this film are not that new.  They basically boil down to the idea that we create our own reality and rules.  That we are our own God.  This idea has been around for a long time.  Atomic theory has also influenced this for awhile.  The only difference is that our technology has improved to the point where now we can see more of this for ourselves.  That does not make the idea any more interesting or correct in and of itself.  

I was disappointed with the film and it reminded me of movies that I used to watch in my grade school science classes.  I would suggest in the future if one wants to explore this concept seriously then it requires a true documentary where one has a point and a counterpoint.  Not a point and let me show you a lame skit that is suppose to be entertaining.  

I enjoy documentaries and I especially enjoy exploring issues regarding philosophy and religion.  This was not a serious exploration of either.  I would place this in the same category of a propoganda piece.  In the film they all claim to be thinking outside the box, but everyone in it echoes everyone else.  The fact that one can have so much group think and not explore the contradiction in that is troubling.  Hence, it was neither entertaining or thought provoking.

I'll admit I had a tough time staying awake through this film and wish I had not spent $4 on it.  Nonetheless, if a similar endeavor is ever undertaken I hope it is done better because I'll probably check it out and spend money on it again.

Sincerely,

Jason Besler
Cedar Rapids, IA