Here's one (finally) for the spiritual but not stupid crowd.
Not, not, not for kids. This movie is intelligent, thought provoking and very, very funny--laugh out loud funny. You may find yourself at times thinking, holy crap did he just say that? And then you'll laugh again! If you're an uptight christian then this movie isn't for you--however if you are one who thinks outside of the herd, watch this documentary...it's a good one.
This film is an incredibly powerful look at the impact religion has on our world and how it will ultimately lead to its destruction if people don't stop and come to their senses. It is also very funny, with many of the laughs coming in the form of editing throughout Bill Maher's interviews with various religious figures, which only highlights the stupidity of the interview subjects. Rarely have I seen a documentary film that both scares and enlightens me and consistently cracks me up at the same time. This film should be seen by every teen and adult, no matter what your religious views are. You might learn something.
Finally: An intelligent, reasonable look at religion and why we believe it
If you are religious, then this movie will not only deeply offend you, but it might even make you question your faith, no matter how devout you are. I personally think the film is just supporting the thought of being rational, and thinking in a mature, logical sense instead of with superstition.
"Religion, is making a virtue out of not thinking."
~Bill Maher
Just saw this last night. I agree that this isn't for children, but I think the message is important so I would let me kids see this after age 13.
I really enjoyed the documentary and want to see it again.
The truth is i could go on talking about the effects of religion on world history and how this movie perfectly articulates on the subject with witty humor and great thought provoking information. or i could just say "not for fundamentalists of any religion!" i choose the ladder
I'd let a 12 year old watch it, but then again I'm only 16.
It's not particularly intelligent, and probably shouldn't be as provocative as it is in this country. Maher asks obvious questions of religious people and even some religious authorities. He takes some cheap shots, but there are also a few genuinely enlightening moments.
For those who welcome challenges to conventional mores & ways of thinking
Let me start by saying our family are huge Bill Maher fans, and as such, we expected this film to be a lot snarkier than it was. But I was plesantly surprised by his debates with those who have opposite POV without demeaning them in the process. This is a great documentary to spark controversial conversations about the biggest unknown: Who or what is God? How can any one religion be *the* right one? How can aetheists be so sure there isn't a God?
As far as entertainment, it is hilarious! And thought provoking.....and obviously for those who are open to something that may challenge the core of their beliefs.
This movie is scary for anyone with a belief in a particular religion because it strongly questions and most often answers highly revelant parts of the religion.