How rare that I write about a film, but this one is interesting. Anyone who has seen this film SHOULD recognize the obvious Christian references, however this film asks a very critical question: do people have free will or only the appearance of free will?I as a Buddhist, I recognize this as criticizing religions like Christianity. My understanding of Buddhism is that it teaches your life is yours and nothing is more important. The actions you make are yours...the mistakes you make are yours... I don't think I could except that the joys and sufferings of my life were given to me by God. I honestly believe that all people suffer in some way, but if God is making people suffer...why? What's the point? If he could make a wonderful world where all people are happy and at peace, why wouldn't he? The director said in The Christian Post, "The intention of this film is to raise questions," and I guess he wins.
The end of the film mentions that we're supposed to be in charge of our own lives, that free will is something to fight for. To me, this feels like it goes against Christian-like religions, because they usually speak of an all knowing God that controls everything that happens in the world. Instead of asking questions, it feels like my religion has been vindicated. But speaking with my friends, I get the feeling that they find the movie pro-Christian film. Maybe, we're all looking at what we can relate to. Wikipedia says, "...many Christians have seen this movie as an allegory to Christianity..."
As a non-Christian, I guess you should just see it for yourself.
