Why do I feel like such an idiot...

[Narnian_Princess]

... for refusing to go see a movie that has content I find offensive in it? My friend has invited me to go see Blades of Glory with her (only the second time I've ever been invited ANYWHERE since I'm kind of... well... "weird" to most people), but after reading this review I have to say no. I don't find that kind of stuff very funny, and I would feel so dirty if I saw that movie. So why do I feel like a freak? Do you think I'm "weird" too?

Another thing is, she is counting on me to go. I'm trying to convince her to go see a different movie like Premonition but I'm pretty sure that 1) she's seen it already, or 2) she'll think it's lame. (It's right up my alley.) And she did specifically invite me to Blades of Glory. What a mess!

 

[ladycollector]

I've seen Blades of Glory and it's quite vulgar... so if you don't like that kind of stuff I could see how you wouldn't like it. But, if you dont get out much, it might be good and kind of fun to go! (don't take that the wrong way) You might end up having fun?! She obviously wants you to go.

 

[Kath2003]

I think if you can take the movie for what I suspect its producers intended it to be - i.e. a good night out with a lighthearted movie - you'd be fine.

If it makes you uncomfortable, don't go.

To be honest, unless I KNEW I was uncomfortable about something (I don't like "gory" movies but I can handle a little bit), I'd go see it. I wouldn't rely on a review site - particularly one which seems to find things overly offensive in the eyes of society as a whole (given it found The Spongebob Movie and Happy Feet to be "offensive") - to decide whether to go see a movie.

Remember - that movie has been deemed suitable for children over the age of 13. The movie classification rules are STRICT. This is something that department are happy for 13 year olds nationwide to watch - do you really think it's going to be a sex/drugs/cussing-fest?

OT: that site is amazing! Apparently the kids TV show "Animanics!" is borderline offensive! Friends is very offensive and should be avoided yet Family Guy is only questionable?

 

[momm2four]

You most certainly should not feel like an idiot. I also do not find vulgarity funny and have been made to feel like a prude because I choose not to watch certain movies. The Austin Powers movies are a good example. I watched one of them, and at one point, the characters were walking around naked. The scenes were shot so that every time they moved, something would be right in the line of vision of their private parts. The person I was with laughed every time the camera "cleverly" covered concealed the man and woman. I just honestly feel that a movie can be funny without resorting to bad language or vulgarity.

Sorry...didn't mean to go off there, but seriously, your friend ought to be understanding that you don't wish to see this.

It's funny, I bet if a person doesn't desire to see horror movies because they're afraid of them, people understand that, but if you wish to skip a movie because you don't find vulgar humor funny, they think it's prudish and something to "get over".

I vote for not going if you're not interested, especially if you've read a thorough review and know what to expect.

(Can you tell this hit a nerve with me, lol?)

Lori P.

 

[Liberty Belle]

I saw it with my son (he's almost 14). Only once did I feel a little bit uncomfortable with him there seeing/hearing what I was, and that was for only about two seconds.

It is sophomoric and crude, but I thought it was pretty funny and honestly it's not my kind of thing, either (my favorite movies are Sense and Sensibility, To Kill a Mockingbird, etc). I enjoyed it, though, and am very glad I went to see it because it was just fun.

If you don't get invited out much, I think you should go. It's not like it's even an R rated movie. Wait, how old are you? I was thinking you're like 18 or so, but am I wrong? If you're legally allowed to see it, I think you should and just try to relax and take it for what it is.

 

[Narnian_Princess]

Well, that site is a bit hard on films; I know because some of my favorite movies have gotten "Extremely Offensive" ratings from there. I have been researching other movie reviews, and it seems like they all agree on one thing: this movie is very vulgar (some people translate that as "funny"). I love the idea of the film as I was a figure skater when I was younger, and I REALLY want to see it. I'm just a bit... disturbed by that type of sexual "humor". I know, I'm old fashioned. In a way I really want to go but in a way I don't... i'm confuzzled.

 

[Narnian_Princess]

momm2four: YES! That's exactly how I feel.

Liberty Belle: I am 18, and that's part of the reason I feel weird for being so sensitive to the "humor". I'm REALLY considering going, but I don't know, would it only serve to make me more "normal" in the eyes of people? Would I feel dirty after seeing this film? Would I regret going, or would I regret NOT going more? These are the questions.

 

[Cool-Beans]

If you are 18 and this is only the second time you've been invited somewhere, go. Go out, have some fun. That's what life's about!

You may or may not like the movie, but at least you'll be out there with a friend doing something.

And lighten up on the swearing. Swearing in and of itself isn't funny, but sometimes people can swear and be funny at the same time.

That's my opinion, anyway.

 

[Kath2003]

I'm REALLY considering going, but I don't know, would it only serve to make me more "normal" in the eyes of people? Would I feel dirty after seeing this film? Would I regret going, or would I regret NOT going more? These are the questions.

Like you say, some of your favourite films are ones which some other people find offensive. You may go and hate it, but at the same time you may be able to see past the crude jokes (and even find some of them amusing) and have a great night out with your friend. Watching these movies and even finding them humorous doesn't change who you are and what you believe.

 

[ladycollector]

Like you say, some of your favourite films are ones which some other people find offensive. You may go and hate it, but at the same time you may be able to see past the crude jokes (and even find some of them amusing) and have a great night out with your friend. Watching these movies and even finding them humorous doesn't change who you are and what you believe.

Great way to put it! It's just a movie.

 

[momm2four]

I, as a general rule, don't watch rated R movies (and I'm almost 39), but on our first date, my DH wanted to take me to see a rated R movie, and I didn't speak up, so we went. It wasn't a bad story, but the language was so bad it made me uncomfortable the entire time. When we went out again, I told him that I would prefer to stick with movies that used more "conventional" language .

Guess what? He understood, and even asked me to marry him 2 months later. So, see, you can stick to your convictions and find people who will put up your "stick in the mud" ideas .

Anyway...whatever you decide, it's Friday night, and you're EIGHTEEN! Go have a wonderful night doing what makes YOU happy. (unless that involves knocking over a liquor store, lol)

Lori P.

 

[DMickey28]

That's not remotely my type of movie either. I just don't get that humor ... DH loves that cheesey stuff. Luckily since we live near some friends finally he has other people he can go see those kind of movies with.

 

[korbbec]

Premonition got the same rating.



http://christiananswers.net/spotlight/movies/2007/bladesofglory2007.html

 

[PlainJane]

I refused to see 300 with some friends recently, they respected my decision and didn't make me feel like a freak for not wanting to see it. Hopefully your friend will come around and see something else with you. You shouldn't have to give up your morals to have friends.

 

[Kath2003]

Premonition got the same rating.

The SpongeBob Movie got the same rating! I REALLY don't think that site is the best way of judging whether you'd be comfortable seeing a film or not.

 

[korbbec]

I refused to see 300 with some friends recently, they respected my decision and didn't make me feel like a freak for not wanting to see it. Hopefully your friend will come around and see something else with you. You shouldn't have to give up your morals to have friends.

I refuse to watch horror movies. They don't amuse me. My friends hassle me about it, but I really don't care. I'm weird and proud of my weirdnesses.

 

[mssocks]

I hope you decide to go with your friend. By going you aren't endorsing it and after can comment "well, it was only okay" or something. Go for the SOCIAL aspect. Will you be doing something else? A bite to eat? Laughing and talking? The movie itself is a small part of an evening out with your friend. You may find it doesn't make you feel awkward or it may. Try things out. Go when people ask. After a while, when you say "I really don't want to see that particular movie" your friends will try to find something else to see.

It's a matter of trying to be with people. I think it would be good for you. You don't want to end up like me - an old person sitting home alone, no one to call or go out with tonight. At the very least it will be a learning experience. Let us know what happens! Good luck!

 

[MAKmom]

I don't want to see it either it is stupid. I also do not watch horror or R rated movies. That is just me.

 

[Disney Doll]

Narnian, hon, it's only a movie. Go and have fun. If there are parts that are a bit questionable, they'll be over quickly. You're 18, which is old enough to be able to tolerate a little bot of bathroom humor.

 

[Buckalew11]

Stick with your convictions, you will never regret it. Whether they are religious convictions or just how you personally feel about a topic. I respect you for that. It helps you to withstand peer pressure and more. I'd just tell my freind I wasn't interested in it--my friends are I are always honest about such things.