The Fast and The Furious movies have something do with being a Christian. Not because there are any “Give your life to Jesus” moments in Fast and Furious world. But these action films, aimed squarely at the adolescent market, have the constant buzz of risk-taking. For many people, the same buzz applies to putting your faith in God’s beloved Son.
The seventh instalment of the fast, furious franchise is now showing at cinemas. Furious 7 slops over with gargantuan stunts involving expensive cars and petrol-heads who fear nothing except being responsible drivers. Don’t worry about the plot, as it merely is pin-striping on the paintwork of a drag racer. Instead, as I can confirm, these movies are silly bursts of adrenaline that you know you shouldn’t enjoy so much.
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Fast and Furious 7 hits Aussie cinemas on 2 April 2015.
While Furious 7 and its earlier models are all about taking frightening risks, don’t worry about teens and 20-somethings being inspired to try the same things at home. Instead, let them know Fast and Furious car stunts are child’s play. The real rush is deciding whether to be a devoted follower of Jesus Christ.
As Jesus himself stated, no-one can be his disciple without “bearing their own cross” or “saying good-bye to all their possessions” (Luke 14:25-33). Strong, scary words which require more investigation and understanding. But they indicate that putting your faith in Jesus is not for the faint-hearted, and come at a personal cost.
However, the good news is, unlike Fast and Furious risk-taking, following Jesus isn’t actually risky business. The end result is assured and death-defying – in an eternal, protected way. Vroom, vroom.
Well, it’s not the worse movie I ever saw. In fact it’s difficult not to get caught up in the splendidly photographed racing sequences as our daredevils speed through major thoroughfares – some crowded, some not – exhibiting a propensity for fast cars and even faster women. However, I was unable to put aside my musical prejudice for the film’s omnipresent background music, which consisted of rap, hip hop or free-something-or-other. Actually, that I was able to deal with, but the constant drumbeat that began whenever someone started an engine reminded me of the obnoxious ‘70s disco-based score to the old “CHIPS” TV series. I expect a racing movie to be loud, but loud is too soft a word for this eardrum-splitter. At one point, the background musical sound effects took on a cacophony of shrill caterwauling that sounded like demons in torment. Some may not approve of their Christian critic saying the music sucks, so I’ll just say it inhales profusely. ….. I’m sure those objections are probably the studio’s foremost weapons to attract its core audience – along with the camera-roaming of leather-clad cuties, and the film’s hijacking, face-punching, shotgun shooting, car crashing, testosterone-fueled heroes and villains. ….. Okay, so I’m not the film’s target audience. My complaints aside, including the film’s cliché-ridden storyline, which has all the profundity of a Tidy Bowl commercial, the one objection I think parents should be aware of is the film’s moral ambiguity. The undercover cop is becoming a buddy of the main hijacking suspect and, of course, falling in love with the hijacker’s sister. We find ourselves rooting for the baddies when they are up against a truck driver who fights back. Indeed, it is the members of the establishment who seem to be the real outlaws. It’s “Cannonball Run” meets “Rebel Without a Clue.” It’s all testosterone, attitude, and hot pants. ….. Now, I’m sure there will be no hotdoggers attempting to copy what they see in the movie (yeah, right), but if you live in the Los Angeles area, I’d suggest avoiding Van Nuys Blvd. for the next few weekends. ….. If you want to see one of the best action chase scenes ever filmed, see “Bullitt” (on the biggest screen you can). Although technology has come a great distance, what makes the chase scene in “Bullitt” so extraordinary is Steve McQueen. He was cool then. He’s cool now. (Footnote about McQueen: Did you know that Steve became a Christian toward the end of his life? It is said that when he passed away, he even had his Bible open to John 3:16.) ….. Several exciting car chases also occur in one of the funniest movies ever made, “It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World.” “The Great Race” is another hilarious film featuring an auto race. This comic salute to old-time melodramas stars Tony Curtis, Natalie Wood and Jack Lemmon. It has some of the funniest sight gags I have ever seen in a film. ….. Not looking for laughs, just speed? Try “Le Mans.” Also starring McQueen, the documentary-styled script has McQueen’s character returning to the famed car race a year after being injured. It contains excellent racing footage.
Is The Fast and Furious appropriate?
Why is Fast & Furious rated PG-13? Fast & Furious is rated PG-13 by the MPAA for intense sequences of violence and action, some sexual content, language and drug references. An exploding tanker truck, crushed cars and bullet-riddled vehicles are only a part of the property damage that is portrayed in this film.
What is Dominic Toretto's religion?
They wear Crosses a lot and Dominic said that his family went to Church and have BBQ there. I think they would be Christians.
What WTF is fast and furious?
Fast & Furious (also known as The Fast and the Furious) is an American media franchise centered on a series of action films that are largely concerned with street racing, heists, spies, and family. The franchise also includes short films, a television series, toys, video games, live shows, and theme park attractions.
Is there cursing in fast and furious?
Crude or Profane LanguageOne f-word and at least 20 s-words. God's name is abused a few times (twice it is paired with “d–n”).