Is the story of "The Mechant of Venice" is against Jews or Christians? Or it teaches us about Peace and Mercy? What do you think about this movie? Please comment.
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when you unlease the devil of revenge, be careful, it can be returned upon you who unleased it.
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I'm an ordained evangelical minister and see no problem with either the movie or the book. The problem is that Dan Brown has stated that the book and movie are fictional, but Christians say it's misleading--but their problem is that they are trying to pick apart DVC without going to the Bible to find out what is true in DVC and what isn't. If they'd just stick with the Bible as their source for truth and read it and absorb it, and keep in mind that DVC is fiction, then it's absolutely no problem. I just wonder how many Christians are seeing the movie or reading the book without opening their Bibles. :-(
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haven't seen the movie myself, but it very well could be. \n\nwe as humans tend to tell the same stories over and over again. very similar "savior" stories are found in many of the worlds religious traditions, not only christianity. \n\ni believe that we are expressing the archtypal truths of humanity through these stories. and that they will continuously manifest through out life. read "the power of myth" by joseph campbell. he documents this phenomenon very well.\n\n and i don't mean to to say that Jesus Christ wasn't a real man who did magnificent things. but just that there have been other incarnations of beings sent here to lead humanity towards it's true nature of Love and Unity. \n\ni do believe that most people miss the point or the lesson that the Holy Masters have come to teach. they get stuck in the dogma and miss the true essence of the Spirit. but we are evolving and this is part of that process. we will all get there eventually.\n\n*peace
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I worked at 3 different studios and looked into a lot of history regarding this art form. Most of the pioneers of the trade were Jewish and passed on their legacy through their generations. It also takes a lot of perseverance and tenacity to make it in the business and Jews are inherent with this quality from their past. Nepotism also plays a BIG role in the overall picture. My intention was not to offend any race, religion or creed here, but to point out that the Jewish heritage has a played a big role in bringing to the screen some memorable works of art. As a matter of fact, Woody Allen is favourite of mine, as are The 3 Stooges and Jerry Bruckheimer.
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The devil and I thought we'd go watch the passion of crist. Is it me or is he hung up on him or what? Any way, after the movie we are going for a walk along the river styx, he says it's beautiful this time of year.
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There is a difference between a zealous christian and an anti-semite.\n\nIt's not as if Mel Gibson wrote the gospels, he just made a movie based on them.  And I doubt very much that he made the movie only so that he could show Jesus being cruxified by the Jews.\n\nI think it's just a rumour that was started by a few people who were opposed to a national release of a movie based on the gospels.
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I am in agreement with you...there is no reason to censor the movie... years ago I believe there was also an outcry over "The last temptation of Christ" as well.....religions tend not to be very tolerant of anything that could  possibly contradict any of their version of history or potentially influence people to question the version...... people have to keep in mind that all religions are man made , the bible was written by men ... which logically means that much of what is written in it must be  questioned...or at least  viewed as embellished to suit  the writers preference ......
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It is an allegorical story that explains complex issues in the book of Romans--especially the "law of sin and death" and how it requies a death to be appeased. Not too many people know this, but Les Miserables makes the same allegorical explanation.\n\nI found them to be a great read and an excellent movie. I agree, it is a great introduction of the gospel message to kids. (my kids love the movie and know what the meaning is to each character)\n\nI would also suggest renting the movie "Shadowlands". There is a small part of the movie where Lewis and his collegues argue about the books.\n\nhttp://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108101/
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I have read the book and I just saw the movie last night. I am a christian; however, I have read scripture and other religously based works, both fiction and non-fiction regarding almost every known religion in the world. I am a christian by choice, not because it is the only religion I have ever been exposed to or know anything about. \n\nThat said, I loved the book and thought the movie was way underwritten. Definately worth seeing, but the screenplay was terrible and character development was absent. How, people knew what they knew and when they knew it was absurd. And the stupidity (you don't have to let everyone know about your change in flight plans immediately after you decide to change them. You don't buy train tickets on a credit card when your running from the cops....) started to get annoying. The movie sped up when it should of slowed down and left things in that could have been omitted. On the other hand it also had a kindergardenish way of over explaining when it should have moved on (like the mansion scene). This may be okay for those who haven't read the book or aren't aware of who Mary Magdalene was.\n \nI didn't think it was boring, but I'm into this kind of material a lot. As for the fictional/nonfictional status. definately fictional, and I don't say this because it conflict with the Holy Bible whose origins and completeness have its own host of questions. To me, it just doesn't make sense for God to leave a bloodline through Jesus.  It makes sense for Jesus to have a wife or a 'companion' as much as it makes sense for any Jewish carpenter to have a wife. Was this fact entirely omited during the assembly of the Holy Bible???? Possibly.  Just one of many questions. I think the Da Vinci Code is a 'what if' type of work that does not try to affend anyone, but have fun with this question.\n\nI'll tell you what....What if...through DNA testing they found out that Mohammed suffered from severe BiPolar disorder? Imagine the Hoopla that movie would stir.\n\nExplore life...spread peace.
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Everything in opposition of the Bible drives them crazy. It's already been established that it is fiction, and not even an original piece of work as it was stolen from other writers. But some people believe that it is really possible. That's their perogrative. I have not seen the movie so I can't comment on the contents. \n\nBut I agree you really do have to wonder when someone gets that upset over something. Perhaps it's not near as strong and firm as people would like you to believe if they get that threatened by a work of fiction.
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Apparently, we share the same problem. The problem of how to treat this book - as a fiction or as a fact. However, it is a fact that some people, after reading this book, started attending church or became even more religious. It would seem that the Pope has not heard about those people. \nThe Catholic Church has always been against anything that would make it look bad in the eyes of its weaker followers. The Church was a supporter of ancient knowledge, which was gradually deconstructed by scientists. Why was the reason for the Inquisition to treat as threatening some great scientists from the Renaissance period like Da Vinci or Galilei? \nAs I say it, treat it like a fictional book/movie. If you want to learn more, try and comfront the book with the Bible and/or any other writings. There is another book, I don't know how it is called in English, but it would sound something like "Breaking the Da Vinci Code".\nEnjoy the movie... It comes out on the 19th of May.\n\nPS: how would you feel if you break a request from a religious leader (the Pope) who doesn't even know you? let's make a bet: he will have a private copy of the movie, by the time it gets on the big screen.
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Are you refering to the first?  I personally thought it was a great movie.  Parts of it were kinda boring, but I loved the ending.  I think what I liked the most though was the moral message behind the movie.
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oi it was not feminist. it is a classic work. look into the character of pearl.  both beautiful and worthwhile but very costly.  also look into the preacher's character. try to compare and contrast the daughter with the preacher. talk about the moral views of the time period, and it's effect on this story/characters
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the movie is about what happens to european jews during ww2, the major charactor in the story is not german but is allowed to run a factory where jews are allowed to work by nazi germany, the owner with help from jews he learns to respect as humans and not profit, begins to smuggle jews out of war torn germany, eventually he realizes he can never smuggle enough jewish people to satisfy his conscience. the jews he saves emigrate to israel finally! It is a sad but good movie, see it. many of us lost love ones during that period, i am not jewish but of portuguese heritage and my family suffered too. good luck to you
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can't tell you the "real" story ... but I can tell you the movie was rubbish. Very inaccurate, to say the least.\nBy the way, you say not to reply with insults against arabs ... what does the movie have to with arabs???????
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"Let's look at some of the propaganda aspects of this movie, shall we? \n  \nIndeed nature is beautiful, and its grandeur is depicted with majesty and uplifting music, great sweeping vistas instill a sense of awe and splendor. It is of course in this setting that the "homosexual romance blossoms. But even more significant, this is where the men discuss the deeper things of life, theology, meaning, etc. \n  \nContrast this with the scenes of marriage. Every time marriage is depicted in the film, it is shot in a tiny dark squalid hovel, with screaming children and absolute pandemonium. The house is a mess, the wife never communicates on any kind of meaningful level. Wives in fact, are portrayed as a constant annoyance, and more irritating than understanding. But children receive the worst treatment in this slanted rant against family. They are usually crying, often two at a time, or smashing things, the general feeling the film presents, is that these joyless hellions are an intrusion into life, an encumbrance and a terrible burden. \n  \nMaking sure it drums in its message in no uncertain terms, the film keeps switching back and forth between the two contrasts. The great outdoors, wild and free, close to nature, close to God, close to hot gay sex without any negative consequences. Back inside the dark little messy box of marriage, with horrible in-laws, demon spawn children, berating nagging wives, endless pressures and even the loveless, passionless sex has hanging over it the dread of producing more parasitic offspring. \n  \nSpecial note must be taken of music and lighting, how they are carefully manipulated to accentuate these contrasts in the manner outlined here, bringing a much deeper impact of the propaganda message. Marvelous tools, music and light illicit emotional responses, and penetrate the subject to effect his core values. The use of props in the juxtaposition of images adds power to the medium. There is a scene where the Heath Ledger character is saddled with his wife and children, struggling among the crowds to watch the fireworks. The opening shot depicts husband and wife, each with a child in one arm, and great square bags full of baby necessities in the other hand. The construction of this frame is identical to the earlier shots of the pack mules heavily laden with similar square heavy supplies. Marriage has turned him into a beast of burden, a theme reinforced throughout."
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Yes, I saw it... It was very good!! *smile*\n\nI cried after the movie, because it brought to remembrance how God loves His people so much and that He guides the paths of those that trust in Him....\n\nThe one who played Esther is so pretty. I will buy the DVD when they start selling them.