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There is a documentary that is going to shock a lot of people that see it. The film “What would Jesus Buy?” is paint an alarming picture of society. Lots of people participate in the holiday shopping madness without even thinking about it. This is what is crazy about this intriguing documentary. Many people will see it and not see themselves in the crowds that are knocking each other over to buy holiday gifts.

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There is tradition of buying for the holidays. No one really knows where this has come from. There is an association with bringing gifts for the celebration of baby Jesus, but it has become a holiday nightmare that is commercialized.

The documentary “What Would Jesus Buy?” doesn’t really focus on a resolution to this shopping madness. It simply paints a picture about the grim reality that has overtaken consumers worldwide. It is somewhat comical in a sense to see that the holidays are viewed Read the rest of this entry »

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The bells will be ringings and carolers will be singing, but it will be a much different tune. This year’s concert songs are all based on the capitalistic views of American economy.

The “What Would Jesus Do?” documentary really puts people in a tight spot. It forces them to recall past holidays where they acted like animals to get to door buster sales. There may not be any footage of themselves in the video, but they can definitely relate.

It is weird, but it all seems like holiday fun and games. People shop Read the rest of this entry »

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The same director that brought us the documentary “Super Size Me” brought us this film about the commercialization, over consumption and materialism associated with Christmas today. Morgan Spurlock’s movie also takes issue with corporations that fuel the shopping fire. Bill Talen is the man who takes us on this journey. Using the alias “Reverend Billy,” he and his band of activists use anti shopping songs to spread the word. “The Church of Stop Shopping” choir take a cross country trip before Christmas, and perform in the Read the rest of this entry »

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Christmas is a holiday that is supposed to celebrate the birth of our savior, Jesus Christ. Families gather with one another in order to give thanks for all that Jesus has given up for us. The read Christmas stories and recall how the three wise men brought gifts for baby Jesus while he was still at the manger. This idea is what promoted individuals to begin passing out gifts during this holiday. It showed that they too are giving Read the rest of this entry »

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