The Case for a Creator
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Actor: Lee StrobelDirector: Lad Allen
DVD: Region Code 0
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 60 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2006-10-01
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Illustra Media
DVD Reviews of The Case for a Creator
DVD Review: Scientific theory vs. POPULAR evolutionist theory.
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent work, Mr. Strobel. There is a theory to disprove the "workmanship" behind the bacterial flagellum, by stating it evolved from the TTSS a type 3 secretion system. Unfortunately for that scientist, the type 3 secretion system is more advanced than the flagellum. Uh-oh. There are many more counter-claims to the recent counter-claims made by the evolutionists right here:
http://www.detectingdesign.com
Also, watch The Privledged Planet as well... more evidence that shows how UNIQUE our place is in the universe.
DVD Review: Truly deplorable. Strobel is either lazy, a liar, or ignorant.
Summary: 1 Stars
Not only does this DVD contain many factual errors oft repeated in his other works, the author seems unaware of recent science results that answer his questions.
* Strobel says there is no evidence of a common origin of life. This flies in the face of mounds of evidence from genetics, molecular clocks, fossil morphology, and embryology.
* Michael Behe describes Intelligent Design and the bacterial flagellum (yes, again). The same Behe that was massively discredited in the Dover, PA court case in which the judge described "breathtaking inanity" and said defendants "lied outright under oath on several occasions." Ken Miller, an actual scientist, has handily explained the flagellum since then. Behe is 20th century.
* Strobel trots out a 1953 study by Miller to re-create initial life conditions. Since then, there have been much more accurate and productive versions of this experiment which he ignores.
* Jay Richards trots out the "Privileged Planet" bias. He won't ask "why is the Moon locked so we can't see the back side?" "Why are most of the stars so far away that they are not visible w/o very powerful telescopes?" Why is most of the radiation not in our visible range?"
* Jonathan Wells demonstrates his poor biology understanding by saying if you squish a cell, then put the parts back together and they don't produce a living cell, this discredit's Miller's work. As a member of Sun Myung Moon's cult (a Korean who says he's Jesus), maybe this weak argument shouldn't surprise.
* Stroble references the Scientific Dissent from Darwinism, which has been criticized for being inaccurate, misleading, yet suggests at most 1 out of every 10,000 "scientists" don't embrace evolution.
* We are told that since there is a Big Bang (which would seem to conflict with Genesis), it must have a cause, and that cause must be a divine creator, but doesn't say who created the creator. He ignores that the Big Bang might be a "crunch" leftover from another universe collapsing; maybe it's not a beginning.
* The "fine tuning" issue is mentioned, but not without bias.
* Guillermo Gonzalez explains the Drake Equation, and is evidently unaware of the Anthropic Principle.
* We are told there is "information" in DNA, thus a creator. But there is information in snowflakes, and layers of sediment. Do these demand a creator?
It's sad that much of this DVD is presented as "science". The "science consultant" listed at the end is not a scientist, but rather has a PhD in theology. No surprise.
DVD Review: Here comes the judge.
Summary: 2 Stars
In the DVD, The Case for a Creator, Lee Strobel asserts that recent scientific discoveries now provide impressive new evidence for believing in God. He points to the complexity of our universe; a complexity he believes is best explained by the existence of a divine Creator. He claims that science has led him back to God.
Strobel is a strong supporter of "intelligent design" as conceptualized by the Discovery Institute in Seattle, an institution best known for its advocacy of intelligent design and its campaign to teach creationist, anti-evolution beliefs in public high school science classes. He asserts that intelligent design is science.
In this DVD Strobel outlines his case for intelligent design. He is an intelligent and articulate presenter, and the impressive graphics used in this DVD enhance his message. However, the viewer should focus on the merits of his case and remember he is presenting only one side of the intelligent design issue. He is advocating an anti-evolution and pro-intelligent design position and interviewing only individuals who support those views. Before reaching any conclusions about his case for a creator, it would be prudent for the viewer to consider alternative perspectives.
Let's see what happens, for example, when Strobel's ideas are brought into a real courtroom where evidence is presented, expert witnesses are called in support of other viewpoints, and his expert witnesses are subject to cross-examination. How do his ideas hold up under such conditions? Does his case have merit?
Rather than deal with a hypothetical situation, we can deal with a real court case, Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District (2005). In this case, the concept of intelligent design as science was put on trial. Here are some of the findings of the judge.
1. Intelligent design is not science, and is grounded in theology, not science.
2. Intelligent design cannot be adjudged a valid, accepted scientific theory as it has failed to publish in peer-reviewed journals, engage in research and testing, and gain acceptance in the scientific community.
3. Professor Behe's (one of Strobel's expert witnesses) claim for "irreducible complexity" has been refuted in peer-reviewed research papers and has been rejected by the scientific community at large.
4. The theory of evolution represents good science, is overwhelmingly accepted by the scientific community, and in no way conflicts with, nor denies, the existence of a divine creator.
5. Darwin's theory of evolution is imperfect. However, the fact that a scientific theory cannot yet render an explanation on every point should not be used as a pretext to thrust an untestable alternative hypothesis grounded in religion into the science classroom or to misrepresent well-established scientific propositions.
6. The teaching of intelligent design in public school science courses violates the Establishment Clause of the U.S. Constitution.
These findings lead to the conclusion that Strobel's anti-evolution and pro-intelligent design claims are not based on sound science but rather on religious dogma.
DVD Review: Propaganda for the Discovery Institute in its worse forum.
Summary: 1 Stars
I was asked to watch this as a guide for a skeptic to come to the conclusion that there was evidence for a creator. Being into Biology, I though this video would be my cup of tea. At first, I realized when watching this that the scientist interviewed were all members of the "think tank" known as the Discovery Institute (lost at the Dover trial because Intelligent Design was not considered a legitimate science, but religion disguised as science). Immediately I knew that this video would be less than convincing.
Lee Strobel is a great writer and defender of his faith, but this video was so anti-science it was not even a laughing matter for me. The video tried to refute the theory of evolution (which it failed to do so), demonstrated that the so-called "scientist" were not very well aware of current scientific studies or literature, and failed to show any comprehension of basic scientific principles. I sent the video over to a friend of mine with a B.S. in Biology and he agreed that this was Discovery Institute propaganda and mislead the viewer on what science is about. In a time where most children do not fully understand science and America is lagging behind in scientific advancements, I figure Mr. Strobel would be interested in portraying correct science. Unfortunately, I was sadly mistaken. This is a faith suicide video in the fact that if you tie your faith into believing this garbage, your faith will crumble when faced with the facts. In a time where scientific understanding needs to increase, this video will help to keep many Americans tucked away in the dark. Personally, this video is insulting and I would hope that you would find it insulting as well.
DVD Review: A Great Overview to Intelligent Design
Summary: 4 Stars
'The Case For A Creator' is an excellent documentary on intelligent design.
It is based upon the book with the same title by investigative journalist Lee Strobel. The road to belief in a Creator for Strobel came the same way that his earlier reliance on evolution/naturalism did - through science.
In his younger years, he was convinced of the truth of Darwinism primarily due to the widely touted (and more recently discredited) Stanley Miller experiment. Some of the things covered here include the more recent discoveries that have debunked Miller. In his search for the truth, Strobel investigated many areas of science and came to the conclusion that intelligent design is supported by lots of science and that many pillars of naturalism are also weakened by science.
Other items that are highlighted include: the Cambrian Explosion, biological machines, cosmology, physics, and DNA. Strobel interviews leading scientists in various fields throughout this film to present his case.
Although this will not convince those who are blinded by a religious fervor for Darwinism, it will provide lots of food for thought for those who have open minds and are willing to challenge some of their assumptions. This does not have all of the answers as it is just 60 minutes long. If it has one weakness it is that it is so short. I hope that Mr. Strobel will consider doing a much longer version.
I recommend this video as well as the book The Case for a Creator: A Journalist Investigates Scientific Evidence That Points Toward God.
Description of The Case for a Creator
This 60-minute program is a compelling adaptation of Lee Strobel's personal journey from atheism to faith in God... a journey in search of the truth about intelligent design in the universe. During his academic years, Lee became convinced that God was outmoded, a belief that colored his ensuing career as an award-winning journalist at the Chicago Tribune . Science made the idea of a Creator irrelevant... or so Strobel thought. My road to atheism was paved by science... but, ironically, so was my later journey to God. Lee Strobel Has science discovered God? At the very least, it's giving faith an immense boost as new findings emerge about the incredible complexity of life and our universe. In The Case for a Creator DVD, Strobel reexamines the theories that once led him away from God. Highlighted by spectacular computer animation, The Case for a Creator DVD is a remarkable film in which you'll encounter the mind-stretching discoveries from cosmology, cellular biology, DNA research, astronomy, physics, and human consciousness. The Case for a Creator DVD is produced by Illustra Media, the same studio team that released The Privileged Planet, Unlocking the Mystery of Life , Where Does the Evidence Lead and The Prophecies of the Passion . More than 40 minutes of extra bonus features.General DVDs
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