Embrace ideas, not belief structures.

Rating: 10/10 (17 November 2002)

"Contact" is one of my all time favourite films. I am intrigued by its balanced presentation on technology and spirituality. I am thankful for its liberating ideas and concepts, on what makes the species of man so rare and precious.
It speaks to people like me in particular, who believe in the presence of a higher being, but not necessarily one with a Christian/ Catholic persuasion.

To me, Faith should be universal. It should be built freely around ideas and ideals, not belief structures. More often than not, the hierarchical bureaucracy of organised religion cripples our judgement. Scaring us into obedience and dictating our actions does not enlighten our search for truth and the nature of being. It only serves to restrict our freedom. Freedom to explore and freedom to evolve. Freedom, to be human.
"Contact" is thus a special and timely film. Equally thought provoking and heartfelt, it is required viewing for people struggling, with their faith, with their lives and the very meaning of their existence.