However, as of late, I realized that I became disgusted at gory things. I would feel sick if I saw, even in movies, things that are plain violent and unnecessary. I still enjoy well-choreographed fight scenes (such as 300, oh man), which I see as more artistic. I like those fight scenes where the guy just flows from one place to another. What I don't like is exposing guts and whatnot. It's weird. I've never really thought that I'd be changed so much, but thinking about it, it's not really me.
Naturally, I'd probably still enjoy those things. I guess it's a result of the renewing of my mind, and turning to what God loves and hating what He hates.
I've been experiencing the same thing. Violence isn't in line with God's original plan, and it's something that Jesus came to eventually eliminate. So then the question is, "Do I want to enjoy the glorification of something that was brought about by sin?"
ReplyDeletePersonally, even 300 is too much for me. Well-choreographed and cool-looking, yes, but I still feel it glorifies violence, rather than grappling with some sort of moral issue. I'm not so much against violence being a component of a movie where there is some important topic being addressed. But I think it's pretty clear sometimes when the violence plays not merely a supporting role but in reality is the source of satisfaction or enjoyment of the movie.
phil