#5 - Be More like Wall-E!

Wall-E is an amazing character. In fact many Christian film critics argue that Wall-E is a wonderful example for others to follow. 

What are some of Wall-E's characteristics that remind you of Christ & Christ followers? Does Wall-E do things that remind you of passages/commands from the Bible? If so, what?

It is amazing how a little robot in a cartoon can challenge us to think better about how we act. What about Wall-E should the community (8th grade especially) of WCA try to emulate? Where should we as a community change?

One of the things that makes Wall-E stand out to me is his selflessness. He always sees others (including the broken robots) as just as important as he is. Give examples of how Wall-E exhibits selflessness in the film. 

#4 - Wall-E Hates Consumer Culture

Some reviewers of Wall-E have suggested that the film is an attack on our consumer culture. Our consumer culture is based on the buying and spending of consumers... the focus though, is not just money and the power of it, but that happiness can be attained through buying and owning personal property (sports car, house, iPad, and so forth). 

1) Do you think the film is an attack on our consumer culture? 

• If so, explain where the film is an attack on our culture. Give specific examples.
• If not, explain why you don't think that Wall-E is attacking our culture. Give specific reasons why you think the way you do.

2) Is our consumer culture an idol? Define idolatry. Does scripture say anything about money? Do you think Wall-E is a warning for us to change? Why, Why not?

3) Where do we see materialism (consumer culture) at WCA? Do you think it is a problem, or is it just a minor issue that we don't really need to think about?

#3 - Outward Appearance

Outward Appearance

o A. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. How do the characters make judgments/decisions based upon the outward appearances of things and other characters? Are these judgments/decisions fair and right? Are all judgments we make wrong? Does the LORD ever want us to make judgments? 

o B. Simply by observing the characters in the film, we do not know their hearts; but at the same time, by their actions and words, we get clues about their motivations and beliefs. Giving actual examples from the film, discuss specific characters and what drives them to do what they are doing. Considering these motivations/actions (both good and bad), how do we see similar motivations/actions in our culture (either in general or specifically in our school)?

#2 - Themes

THEMES

Give a major theme/idea/message of the film. Discuss what you think the film’s point was (in relation to this theme) – and then comment on whether or not you think Scripture agrees with the way the theme was presented. Employ at least 1 Bible verse to make your point. Remember to use the Scripture in context. Again, feel free to comment on and disagree with other peoples’ ideas; feel free to explore other themes than the ones mentioned already.

#1 - What's Wrong & Right

What’s Wrong and Right?

o Using at least one specific example, how was “sin” treated within this film? Was it glamorized/glorified, or did it receive more of a biblical treatment (redemption, justice, mercy, grace, forgiveness, reconciliation, resolution, etc. etc.) Try to use different examples than the ones mentioned in previous posts. Feel free to disagree with other peoples’ ideas.

o God says we should put nothing “worthless” in front of our eyes. What is good, excellent, redemptive about this film? What was worthwhile? Was anything worthless about it? Can you wholeheartedly recommend this film? To anyone? A pastor? A friend? A sibling? Teacher? Why? Why not? Who would this film NOT be appropriate for and why? Biblically explain and draw your conclusions.