09-18-2020, 06:09 PM
(09-18-2020, 05:24 PM)Dill Wrote:
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That is, perhaps, the central question.
Let's start with your answer to this: Why do you say that in Cuties,
"only one culture's flaws or issues is subject to close scrutiny whereas criticism of others is completely haram"?
Where does that come from? You do NOT claim to have seen the film, right?
No, I wouldn't watch that. As I've said from the beginning I understand the intent behind the film, at least I'll take the filmmaker at their word in that regard. That being said I believe the execution and marketing were utterly flawed and produced something I have no desire to see. I have friends who've worked in the sex crimes unit, which involves child pornography, and to a person it shook them having to deal with it. I have read numerous articles and statements from the film makers and those supporting the film and I can say, with confidence, that while the contrast between the islamic culture and the west is a key component to the film I do not think the level of scrutiny or criticism was at all equal. I can also make a highly educated guess as to why. One culture can take criticism, and in fact does on a daily basis. The other doesn't seem to have the same ability.
