I admit it. I watched the documentary F**k because of the title. It was intriguing and it is the most versatile word in the English language!
The film started off with some promise. A real debate on the importance of language in society, how it evolves, people’s perceptions of it, etc.
But, over the 93 minutes, I felt that it kind of devolved into a cultural war piece making liberals look good and conservatives look dumb.
I don’t care if you disagree with Bush and the religious right, but the ad hominem attacks, to me, they have no place (as they have none in the other direction, either).
At 45/50 minutes into it, I started wondering whether I should turn it off. I stuck with it, mostly because I was working out and didn’t have another DVD available at the moment (and didn’t want to break stride), but came away disappointed.
Too much sensationalism, pandering, and barbs, not enough content. Plus, I still haven’t figured out (and this goes well beyond this movie): why, if you are a successful actor, does that make you an authority on anything?
While a slight over generalization, the “left” was populated by the likes of Drew Carey, Jeanenne Garafolo, 2 porn stars, the lead singer in a grunge/heavy metal band, and some comedians. The “right” had 2 intellectuals (Alan Keyes and Dennis Prager), Judith Martin (aka Miss Manners) and a radio talk show host (Michael Medved).
Plus, I realized how much my views had changed on things now that I’m a parent.
My rec: don’t waste your time.