IMAX Theaters bow to "Creationism"

CHARLESTON, S.C. - IMAX theaters in several Southern cities have decided not to show a film on volcanoes out of concern that its references to evolution might offend those with fundamental religious beliefs.

"We've got to pick a film that's going to sell in our area. If it's not going to sell, we're not going to take it," said Lisa Buzzelli, director of an IMAX theater in Charleston that is not showing the movie. "Many people here believe in creationism, not evolution."

The film, "Volcanoes of the Deep Sea," makes a connection between human DNA and microbes inside undersea volcanoes.
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IMAX theaters in Texas, Georgia and the Carolinas have declined to show the film, said Pietro Serapiglia, who handles distribution for Stephen Low, the film's Montreal-based director and producer.
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Critics worry screening out films that mention evolution will discourage the production of others in the future.



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This is so unbelievably stupid, like the guy at the Vatican telling Catholics not to read the 'Da Vinci Code', lest they freak out and lose their faith!

It's like these bozos have never heard of the Renaissance and the Enlightenment. They really are the Flat Earth Society.

IMAX theaters in several Southern cities have decided not to show a film on volcanoes out of concern that its references to evolution might offend those with fundamental religious beliefs.

What about those of us who feel offended that we are denied access to this material because of what OTHER people believe???? I live in Texas, and I'm pissed.

I may call the Houston Science Museum and see if they are one of the IMAX venues "banning" this film. If so I'll really be outraged.

I am wrong these creation turd maggots have incredable imaginations.I am so pissed off now,this is way too far out of the realm of ignorance and facism.

Someone posted a link here at DU; sorry I can't remember where I saw it. I think it's ridiculous for science museums to pander to the religious right. It's an outrage.