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Question #5 - "It's OK! I love you."

Brendan Conlon:  I'm sorry Tommy! I'm sorry... Tap out Tom! It's OK! It's OK! I Love You! I Love You Tommy!

What does redemption and reconciliation mean?

The final scene of Warrior has been described as “a scene of Redemption and Reconciliation”.  In what ways do you think that statement is true? Explain. If you disagree with the statement, why?

What characters are in need of redemption? Why? What characters are in need of reconciliation? Does the Bible have anything to say about those things? What? Should we seek out reconciliation with other people? Is there ever a time when we should not?

Do Brendan and Tommy have a right to treat their father they way they do? Explain.

Question #4 - Bloodsport

The story of Brendan, Tommy, and their father is set against the backdrop of MMA (mixed martial arts). Is the violence in the world of MMA good? Is it bad? Should you watch it as entertainment or should you condemn it? Explain your answer.

How is the violence treated in the film? Is it glamorized? Is it condemned? Does the Bible have anything to say about violence? 

Is it ok for you to compete in MMA? For that matter is it ok to wrestle or play football? Can the Bible help us think through these issues? How? Where?

Question #3 - Outward Appearances

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)?

Question #2 - Theme?

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.

Question #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.