The symbol of angel s wings on a package come to give him hope, but the story never suggests that it has anything to do with God. Conspicuous by its absence is any prayer or religious reflection by Chuck when laying his dead colleague to rest. There s also a brief indication that a man and woman we learn very little about are having an adulterous relationship. The handful of men onboard the cargo plane are tossed about violently as it plummets into the ocean. One is badly bloodied during the descent.
Wine is served at dinner and prior to a flight.
It is implied that Chuck attempted suicide once during his long isolation. Chuck discovers and attempts to bury a pale, bloated corpse, which could be disturbing to some viewers. The combination of Tom Hank's popularity and the phenomenal success of the TV series Survivor makes Cast Away a sure winner at the box office. It is likely that families will be tempted to take it in. Discerning, pro-active parents can turn this to their advantage.