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Milk

Review by Brett McCracken | posted 11/26/2008 12:00AM

The filmmakers behind Milk couldn't have asked for better timing for their release. A tightly composed tale of Harvey Milk's contribution to the gay movement (he was the first openly gay man to be elected ...

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James

Posted: October 28, 2009 11:59 AM


Why am I not the least bit surprised that commentary not in line with a prescribed way of thinking is censored? Clearly, if a bigot like Ken wants to rant on his misinterpretation of the Bible instead of give any insight about the film, he's entitled. Way to reinforce the growing belief that the Christian community wears blinders to the rest of the world.

James

Posted: October 25, 2009 2:28 AM

This fantastic, Oscar winning film will give hope to generations. Your Bible is fiction written by man. You are just like all those before you who chooses obscure phrases to justify your bigotry. Your Bible also condones slavery and condemns consumption of shellfish. Way to pick and choose verses to follow, Ken. "But all in the seas or in the rivers that do not have fins and scales, all that move in the water or any living thing which is in the water, they are an abomination to you." (Leviticus 11:10) --- don't order that shrimp cocktail or face eternal damnation! Gay men and women are indeed a persecuted minority and this movie tells the tale of a bigot like you who murdered two innocents fighting for equality in America. Women fought against your kind, as did African-Americans, and now too the GAYS! You, sir, are a dying breed. CIVIL RIGHTS FOR ALL!!

Ken	Posted: October 12, 2009 4:58 PM

Just saw this in an email... Has Christianity Today lost their way??? Your treatment of this film is at the least irresponsible as a Christian publication and destructive to those who are not clear on the subject. First, the use of the word 'minority' with regard to sexual preference is ignorant and uninformed of the definition of minority under the law: race, creed, color- remember?? As a Christian I am vehemently opposed to violence or mistreatment due to sexual preference. However, this movie and others have attempted to color homosexuality as a persecuted minority that should be accepted on equal terms with heterosexual relationships. God was CLEAR!! In both the old and new testaments God made it clear that homosexuality is a SIN and detestable to God. It is neither normal nor on equal footing with biblical/traditional marriage of one man and one woman. It should be labeled for what it is just as adultery is what it is...WRONG!!

Dale	Posted: May 07, 2009 2:56 PM

The conventionality of the picture I think aided its tone. If Van Sant had gone "My Own Private Idaho" or "Elephant" on us it may have been too much to handle, but the lilting gentle feel of the movie I felt is just right. With excellent performances from a range of talented actors (Brolin, Franco, Hirsch and Penn) the movie has considerable power. It is also commendable that it does not demonise any particular character aside from Bryant (she is present through stock footage only) and all in all feels like a very sweet, independent movie about a group of politically charged friends trying to make a difference. Overall a very enjoyable movie.

Shannon

Posted: May 05, 2009 7:15 PM


Why was this reviewed for a Christian publication?

Andy Moore

Posted: April 30, 2009 8:12 AM


thanks for this review - I agree. It was an excellent film which opened my eyes more to the terrible abuse that the gay community has suffered especially in the past.

Matt	Posted: April 19, 2009 5:48 PM

Many Christians will feel the need to trash this film since it will help them feel "faithful," but a positive review of a film doesn't mean you agree with the viewpoint of the central character/s. Milk was well done. Penn was outstanding. If you find that all depictions of Christians in the film take their cues from Anita Bryant, that says a lot about how poorly we've been the presence of Jesus in our culture.

Philip

Posted: April 17, 2009 1:35 PM


What an absurdly favorable review. God does not condemn people but he does condemn sin, and so should we.

Ryan	Posted: April 08, 2009 11:59 AM


It is absolutely refreshing to read a Christian review of a movie that is not filled with condemnation. It was a fantastic movie and I love your reviews so far. Thank you so much! This made my day.

Teja	Posted: March 29, 2009 10:18 PM


I agree with Mark, good work !

Mark	Posted: March 21, 2009 4:45 PM


Thank you for a very unbiased look at a phenominal film.

Andres

Posted: March 17, 2009 8:29 PM


Why I am not surprised that you are honoring this film while you trash many excellent films praised by critics that have Christian messages? What is the spirit driving you? Is this a Trojan horse?

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