Politically provocative talk show host Bill Maher skewers the current state of organized religion in this hot-button documentary that derives its title from a blend of the words "religion" and "ridiculous." Making stops in Jerusalem, the Vatican and other holy destinations, Maher travels the world to talk to believers from a variety of faiths to find out why they're so sure their religion is right -- and why they're so certain others are wrong. (Netflix.com)
Grade: A
This is actually the second time that I've watched this. The first time I watched it I was VERY closed minded, didn't want to hear what Bill Maher had to say, didn't think that his jokes were that funny, and overall, gave it a "C". This time, I watched it with a more open mind, decided not to take everything he said so seriously, or personally, and more than anything, listened to the information, and, subsequently, gave it an "A" this time, weird, eh? This is one of those movies that may shock, may infuriate or even make you sad, IF you let it. More than that, it is the complete examination of religions around the world, and their histories, as we know them. For information alone I thought it was great, but more than that, it was a journey WITH Maher, where we as viewers are learning these things for the first time together, and honestly, I think that made it more enjoyable. He wasn't "preaching" his beliefs (or lack there of), we are learning, and examining together. Great watch, lots to learn, but, MAY make you mad.
