Cons: Are you going to see the movie Sicko for yourself - or will you take someone else's word for it??

Question

It's coming out this weekend. I've already seen it and I think it deserves a fair shake.

Will you risk your preconceptions?

RLP - I wasn't asking but now that you mention it...... no.

You can get it off the net if you know where to look.

ruth - enjoy your closemindedness. I do.

Answer 1

Since you mentioned taking someone else's word for it, how about this... from FOX News:

"Filmmaker Michael Moore's brilliant and uplifting new documentary, 'Sicko,' deals with the failings of the U.S. healthcare system, both real and perceived. But this time around, the controversial documentarian seems to be letting the subject matter do the talking, and in the process shows a new maturity.

"Unlike many of his previous films ('Roger and Me,' 'Bowling for Columbine,' 'Fahrenheit 9-11'), 'Sicko' works because in this one there are no confrontations. Moore smartly lets very articulate average Americans tell their personal horror stories at the hands of insurance companies. The film never talks down or baits the audience."

Answer 2

I don't need to see it. I've seen enough Micheal Moore interviews on TV to know his POV. His movies are mostly in the "entertainment" genre. He's trying to be funny and get only his own view on things out. He himself has said in interviews that his goal is not a balanced presentation. So, why would I want to spend the time watching something like that, and why would I want to give this very wealthy person some money? The movie is a political comedy, a satire. It's not fact based and he acknowledges that.


Kent in SD

Answer 3

I saw Fahrenheit 9/11.
That's a fair shake - and after comparing Moore's "documentary" with the real, valid and verifiable facts, I sincerely feel that I really don't need to see any more of his deluded fantasies.

Please refer to:
http://www.davekopel.com/Terror/Fiftysix-Deceits-in-Fahrenheit-911.htm
Michael Moore is very good at what he does - unfortunately, making "documentaries" is NOT what he does.

Answer 4

i will not pay money to see it but if it is on hbo or something i will watch it to form my own opinion just like i did with that douches "documentary" about global warming. everyone was right about that one, i didnt have to see the inconvienient truth to know it was full of exaggerations and his personal/political life

Answer 5

Some people have a certain set of standards they live by . Now I'll listen and watch criticism of the President , but not from a subversive American Bashing Canadian like Moore .

Some people just don't get it. .. . . sure he's criticizing President Bush , but more importantly , he's criticizing us AMERICANS . And just how that seems to fly over the heads of many Liberals , I'll never ever understand !!

Answer 6

no I really don't like Moore he believe America is bad why is he living here then when he cant get an answer would he move to Cuba if there health care system is so great than why do they have long waiting lines to get one thing some people die just waiting. Besides all libs never have one good thing to say about America always how bad we are you should listen instead of whining.

Answer 7

already in my netflix queue.

how about dropping a guy and email and letting me know where to look?

i would also be more than interested in seeing LeAnne 's research work on moore's movies.

Answer 8

Yes, I'll see it and form my own opinion.

Answer 9

I'll see it on DVD. That way I've only wasted $3.00 on Micheal Moore.

Answer 10

I am not a con, but I plan to see it when it comes out on DVD. I can't really afford to go to the theater, but I am definitely interested! *sm*