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Written April 18, 2008
Loved it!!

by ReadABook

Controversial... this movie is really going to start many conversations about many topics. Bottom line is, on purpose or by accident. The atheists are so ticked off by this film. Ben Stein is modern day "David" taking on modern day "Goliath". I liked it alot... will see it again on opening weekend.
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I'm In
Written April 18, 2008
EXPELLED: No Intelligence Allowed

by Kaleidoscope

Ben Stein is an accomplished man and the kind of traditionalist who's viewpoints on any subject are always steeped in logic and good humor. I am looking forward to this movie because our schools use to be the most important part of our national thought, now they are a disgrace. In an institution that is supposed to allow the maximum freedom of expression, they have become extremely narrow in what is allowed to be spoken. I really only believe in one conspiracy that this world is fallen and it is up to it's inhabitants to reflect the teachings of the Bible in order to keep it from degrading to the lowest possible denominator, but how can this be done when the truth is rejected in such a wholesale manner. Consider this, all those Ivy League Universities originated with the thought of promoting the Gospel and the Bible and now they mock and ostracize those that do.
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Must Go!
Written April 19, 2008
Expelled: No Intelligence Required

by Fishing person

The presentation by Ben Stein raised many questions that were unanswered by the Darwanian proponents. The case for Inteligent design is provable even though the Wise and intelectual evolutionists say otherwise. There were many elegant examples of Inteligent design the one about the probability of duplicating the EXACT molicule 250 times reached astronomical numbers. For 1 cell to spontaineously appear in a sterile environment is equally impossible. The major problem with Darwin is the lack of ACCOUNTABILITY to an intelligent designer which breeds atheism and the atrocities of Hitler and second world war. Ben Stein tackled a very difficult arena, the Scientific Community, and did an admirable job of opening future dialog of the question "Did man get here by Evolution or bu Creation?" It was eye-opening to find such a hostile environment in the System of Academia which is supposed to encourage open discussion and freedon of speach and thought. I was impressed with Mr. Steins tenacity.
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Must Go!
Written April 19, 2008
A must see!

by zdjf144

Do your research. If you like this movie, or even if you didn't but want to do your own research, read What's So Great About Christianity by Dinesh D'Souza.

But this was a fantastic, thought provoking movie. A truth-teller. I wish more people would stand up for what they believe. Great job Ben Stein!!! And you didn't even have to give me any of your money this time!
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Must Go!
Written May 11, 2008
Must see

by alboothegreat

This is a very interesting documentary about the state of freedom, especially academic freedom among scientists concerning evolution and intelligence design (creationism). Apparently those in power are teaching evolution and atheism and are determine to get rid of God, religion, and moral values. There has to be reasonable middle ground and tolerance for all viewpoints. PC crowd at our academic institutions get rid of those scientists who challenge their viewpoint. They are teaching Evolution as fact when in reality it is a theory. We need to insure a balance education by teaching all viewpoints which is academic freedom. The United States was established as free nation which has value our freedoms and rights to be free. The problem with those in power is that they do not tolerate opposition and make those who opposed them pay a price for their beliefs. This movie is absolutely essential so everyone can get to the truth and decided for themselves.
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Must Go!
Written April 18, 2008
Must Go!

by JesusReturnSoon

Finally, refreshing truth that rocks! A real eye opener!
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Must Go!
Written April 18, 2008
Must see!

by Summer0108

I was looking forward to seeing this movie, but was a little concerned that it would be a boring do***entary. To my relief, it was anything but boring. This movie isn't about pushing God on anyone. It's simply about giving Intelligent Design (ID) equal time and credence and following the evidence wherever it leads ... even away from Darwinism. After seeing this movie, I finally understand why mainstream media, critics, and scientists are so angry about it. It challenges the status quo - something they despise. Interestingly enough, Darwin himself did the same thing in his time. Any person who wants free thought to still be a protected virtue in America should see this movie and decide for themselves what needs to happen next.

PS - One persecuted professor in the movie is from Baylor Univ. - my alma mater. What they don't tell you is that Baylor is a Southern Baptist (Christian) university. So, don't let anyone tell you ID is just a ploy to get God in the classroom.
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Must Go!
Written April 18, 2008
Shocked How much I like it!

by Novaserve

I didn't think I would like this movie but I loved it! This movie really made me think, and was fun at the same time. Are we being fed all of that crap in our schools? I will have to do more research about the questions, and information it brought to light. See it if you can.
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Must Go!
Written April 19, 2008
Wow! Go and See this movie.

by post-nc

If you really love science, this movie will hit you. As a scientist, this movie fueled my passion for questioning -- and exploring. Most of the great scientific discoveries have come from those who firmly questioned the establishment. Expelled shows how modern science is more about protecting the establishment,and a lot less about true empirical evidence.
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Must Go!
Written May 10, 2008
Some people are just nuts

by lkrs42

And I'm referrring to those who rated this film in the "red". If anyone tells you this is propaganda, they haven't seen it. Anyone who has actually seen this and who is a logical fair minded thinker will see that both sides were given equal time to speak their peace. Sure, Ben Stein leans one way as was his perogative, but he let his interviewees say whatever they wanted and he leaves it up to the viewer to make up their mind whether or not freedom of speech in acadamia is being infringed upon.

So you know where I'm coming from, I am a non-partyline conservative. And at no time in history has the far left been more afraid of a debate. It's evident in all circles. They don't have anything intelligent to say so they just tell you to shut up...or as this film illustrates...fire you.
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Must Go!
Written April 18, 2008
Intelligently designed!

by rboyd0208

Informative and entertaining. Could have gone into more detailed and substantial examination of its subject matter, but perhaps not without losing some of its appeal to all audiences. Makes a good case for a primally emotional and non-rational attitude on the part of the secular research & education establishment (which in turn ironically asserts its complete freedom from that very bias) vis-a-vis its most precious pet dogma.

The first 85 minutes set up the audience for the last 5, which is the segment that nobody can...or should...ever forget.
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Must Go!
Written April 23, 2008
EXPELLED: NO INTELLIGENCE ALLOWED

by moovyrater

I must say I thought the movie was EXCELLENT, but my opinion comes from being a believer in the Intelligent Design theory. For a long time, I have been waiting for someone to make the statement (on a national level) that, yes, there is a plan (collusion, conspiracy, cooperative effort, scheme, whatever term you choose) at the highest levels of educational establishments (and governement) to supplant the teaching of Intelligent Design in primary and secondary education.

The subject is quite often publically debated on the university level (and I have attended a debate on this subject between two U.C. Berkely professors: between Dr.'s Phillip E. Johson and Vincent Sarich). I can't help thinking, "If the subject is worthy of continual debate even in the highest of academic circles, then why are schools and colleges so dead set against teaching Intelligent Design?" In my opinion, EXPELLED answers the question very well.
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Must Go!
Written April 19, 2008
An Eye Opener

by kb7wja

I never thought that science could be so controlling. Ben Stein looks at theory of evolution and how it relates to societal control. The movie definetly could be the subject to a good debate. Must say, I would have to agree with the intelligent Mr. Stein. Must see, very liberating to know your own freedoms, free will, and those who oppose it.
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Must Go!
Written April 19, 2008
Awesome

by SeekingTruth

Don't listen to the critics. They don't seem to have any idea about what makes a film good.
If it doesn't have lots of violence, cuss words, and sex, in other words little intelligence, they Expell it. This is a great thinking movie that everyone should see, for discussion sake if nothing else. I plan on seeing it again and purchasing the video when it is available. That is rare for me so I definitely liked the film.
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Must Go!
Written April 24, 2008
Expelled Rocks

by WESTERNDAWN

Expelled is an entertaining and intelligent film which pokes a hole in the balllons of the evolution-big science establishments. And, needless to say, they do not like it. Having read the reviews, for and against, and watched the move, I am thrilled.

As a working engineer, I deal with idealized and optimized designs at many facilities. This film shows that the "simple celll" is designed and optimized far above any person's ability. As the movie says, the cell is "a nano-factory which would make any engineer drool". Color me drooling. Not just at the cell, but over this movie.

Everyone should see this movie.

Especially, everyone who believes in evlolution, should see this movie.

It presents the evidence that changed my mind, from believing in evolutiona and an ancient earth, to accepting God, and a relationship with Him through Jesus Christ.

If it does not convince you that God exists, at least it will let you know how to talk with those of us who do.
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