CA Steve Posted October 10, 2014 Posted October 10, 2014 I understand this was recently released to a few theaters here in the U.S. I wonder if anyone has seen it and what they thought of it. I also would like to know if anyone was able to bring along non-member friends and what their reaction was. Are there any reviews out yet?
bluebell Posted October 10, 2014 Posted October 10, 2014 There's a review in the salt lake tribune. The guy calls it a sales pitch. It seems he missed the point of the movie though as he was upset it didn't feature any mormon beliefs while the church specifically kept conversion stories out of it.
Silhouette Posted October 10, 2014 Posted October 10, 2014 I'm seeing this movie in a couple of hours. Not taking any non-member friends with us though. I'll post about it later this evening. 1
Ahab Posted October 10, 2014 Posted October 10, 2014 I wonder why they're calling them "The" Mormons, instead of "Some" Mormons.Are they special or extra peculiar or somethin? 1
Garden Girl Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 There's a review in the salt lake tribune. The guy calls it a sales pitch.It seems he missed the point of the movie though as he was upset it didn't feature any mormon beliefs while the church specifically kept conversion stories out of it. You're right... he misses the point. The purpose of "Meet the Mormons" is to simply introduce people to various members of the Church from different cultural, social, and economic backgrounds... it is not intended to proselytize but to show that Mormons are not some weird cult, but regular hardworking, creative, happy, challenged, at times struggling people .. Sort of like the "I Am A Mormon" type of approach. GG 1
Freedom Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I wonder why they're calling them "The" Mormons, instead of "Some" Mormons.Are they special or extra peculiar or somethin?Yes, they were selected because their DNA and understanding of the gospel was found to be extremely normal so those involved have been declared to be official mormons. all our curriculum has been changed to include directives on how to be more normal like the people in the movie. We will have designations in our church of `the mormons` `some mormons` ``other mormons`` ànd so forth. The designations will be added to our patriarchal blessings. 1
changed Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I just saw it with the kids & enjoyed it. It seems the church is now embracing and encouraging more diverse and gender equal families. Interesting that all of the women being showcased on this movie, and on the short "and I'm a Mormon" vids are working moms. I appreciated the global representation, beautiful scenery, and the theme of gaining happiness through service throughout the movie. Everyone clapped at the end, it seemed it was mostly Mormons in the theater.
Popular Post The Nehor Posted October 11, 2014 Popular Post Posted October 11, 2014 I have to meet Mormons every Sunday at church. Why would I go to a movie to meet more? 7
Thinking Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I understand this was recently released to a few theaters here in the U.S. I wonder if anyone has seen it and what they thought of it. I also would like to know if anyone was able to bring along non-member friends and what their reaction was. Are there any reviews out yet? Rotten Tomatoes Review
Duncan Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I have to meet Mormons every Sunday at church. Why would I go to a movie to meet more? Precisely and what is more is if members of the Church are just like everyone else then why join our Church and what is the difference between us and other religious groups?
Stargazer Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I'm going to try to see it tomorrow. I was intrigued at its rating: PG. What would occasion that?
Stargazer Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 (edited) Rotten Tomatoes Review Average Rating: 4.2/10Reviews Counted: 7Fresh: 0Rotten: 7 So, of the 7 reviewers who have seen it, so far, none of them liked it. On the other hand, 84% of the audience liked it. Possibly because they were all LDS. Edited October 11, 2014 by Stargazer 1
The Nehor Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I'm going to try to see it tomorrow. I was intrigued at its rating: PG. What would occasion that?One of them confessed to making out before marriage.
Stargazer Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 A couple of reviewers make mention of the fact that doctrines are not discussed: Meet the Mormons isn't substantial enough to screen on the first day of LDS 101; the church's most basic tenets - and controversial aspects - are elided completely. Gee, these folks seem to have missed the entire point: not trying to teach doctrines, or proselyte, but trying to get the message out: the Mormons aren't a bunch of weirdo freakazoids who hide inside of compounds. The narration promises surprises ("This story may challenge what you think you know about the roles men and women play in Mormon homes"), but the movie might have started by examining its straw-man conception of the audience. Most of the reviewers so far don't seem to realize that they (who believe they know everything about the Mormons -- judging from their hits of dark doctrines) might not be representative of the average person out there.
The Nehor Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 A couple of reviewers make mention of the fact that doctrines are not discussed:Gee, these folks seem to have missed the entire point: not trying to teach doctrines, or proselyte, but trying to get the message out: the Mormons aren't a bunch of weirdo freakazoids who hide inside of compounds.Is it really a representative sample of mormons if we do not include freakazoid survivalists in Idaho with their bomb shelters and stockpiled weapons? 1
Silhouette Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I just saw it with the kids & enjoyed it. It seems the church is now embracing and encouraging more diverse and gender equal families. Interesting that all of the women being showcased on this movie, and on the short "and I'm a Mormon" vids are working moms. I appreciated the global representation, beautiful scenery, and the theme of gaining happiness through service throughout the movie. Everyone clapped at the end, it seemed it was mostly Mormons in the theater.Ditto. I laughed a lot, smiled quite a few times, and sniffled once or twice. To me it was a great flick, and I just might go see it again.
Ahab Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I have to meet Mormons every Sunday at church. Why would I go to a movie to meet more?So you could meet "The" Mormons.Apparently you haven't met them until you've seen the movie.
The Nehor Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 So you could meet "The" Mormons.Apparently you haven't met them until you've seen the movie.Well, we can't have them meeting regular members like me. Baptisms would plummet. 1
mormonnewb Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I think that one of the undercurrents for the negative review is that it was released in theaters, instead of through NetFlix or just plain old YouTube. It does seem strange that the Church is saying, "Pay us $10.50 and we'll change your misperceptions about us."In that light, does it make sense for us to offer to "treat" our invitees to a free movie when we invite them (sans popcorn, of course)?
Ahab Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I think that one of the undercurrents for the negative review is that it was released in theaters, instead of through NetFlix or just plain old YouTube. It does seem strange that the Church is saying, "Pay us $10.50 and we'll change your misperceptions about us."In that light, does it make sense for us to offer to "treat" our invitees to a free movie when we invite them (sans popcorn, of course)?I'm going to do what I do for a lot of movies I kinda want to see but don't want to pay theater prices to see. Wait for a pirated copy.
LeahER Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 It's not really paying "us". The proceeds are going to the Red Cross.
Storm Rider Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 I think that one of the undercurrents for the negative review is that it was released in theaters, instead of through NetFlix or just plain old YouTube. It does seem strange that the Church is saying, "Pay us $10.50 and we'll change your misperceptions about us."In that light, does it make sense for us to offer to "treat" our invitees to a free movie when we invite them (sans popcorn, of course)? All the proceeds - nothing even to pay for production costs - are going to the Red Cross. I don't think there is a we.
HappyJackWagon Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 All the proceeds - nothing even to pay for production costs - are going to the Red Cross. I don't think there is a we. That's incorrect. The NET profits will go to Red Cross. 1
omni Posted October 11, 2014 Posted October 11, 2014 Does anybody have any information on what the Church's distribution strategy is for the film once it's theater run is over? I'd be interested in seeing it on Netflix or Amazon Prime, but not for $20 (wife and I). If the Church wants to expand beyond "preaching to the choir" that really is the best approach.
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