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Saved! Full Production Notes "Heaven Help Us."
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 Chapter 9: The Film Is About Much More Than Just ReligionMacaulay Culkin says, "I knew coming into this that some people might not like it, but I didn't make the film to be controversial. I think we're making a wonderful film with a very important message. Just because it takes place in a Christian high school and concerns Christianity, some might not agree with it for one reason or another. But I agree with what the film says, so I hope people just walk in with an open mind and take it for what it is."
"Before you make up your mind how you feel about something, you should be able to challenge it ` religion, politics, or whatever," says Heather Matarazzo. "When speaking about something, it shouldn't just be empty words with feeling behind them. It should be educated words with feeling behind them. That is what we're trying to convey. I hope everyone likes it, including Christians."
Producer Michael Stipe is also adamant about the film's positive stance on religion. "I don't think this film in any way mocks Christianity," he says. "I come from a very religious family, and I would not insult them or the people I grew up with by working so hard on something I thought was insulting. This film presents things the way they really are. Teenage girls get pregnant, people figure out they're gay, and sometimes those things happen in places where they are least expected.
"My personal belief is that Christianity and spirituality in general need a little bit of a push into the 21st century, particularly from the point of view of a teenager," he continues. "That is what this movie captures in such a brilliant way. It is subversive, but it is sweetly subversive. I don't think we are stepping on anyone's toes."
Regardless of controversy, the cast and filmmakers feel the potential audience for Saved! is broad, and the film is about much more than just religion. "There is a shift in the film," says Stern. "Once Mary is pregnant, the film explores more than just Christianity. It becomes a film about young people trying to find their way."
"I think anyone who has been an outsider will relate to the film," says Dannelly. "Anyone who has ever had their faith tested will relate to this film. Anyone who has ever been in high school will relate to this film. And I would like to think our film is slightly more intelligent than your standard teen movie. I think people will appreciate it.
"People who are secure in their faith aren't going to be worried about Saved! one bit. It's like My Big Fat Greek Wedding," he continues. "I don't think Greek people were up in arms because it dealt with Greek stereotypes. People who are strong in their faith will not be afraid of this movie."
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