What the Bleep - Drew Barrymore and Physics: What to Look For?

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The discussion centers around the film "What the Bleep Do We Know!?" and its portrayal of physics concepts, which some believe are misapplied for a general audience. Participants express skepticism about the film's claims, questioning whether it truly offers life-changing insights or merely presents flawed ideas. The consensus leans toward viewing the film as lacking substance, with one participant categorically labeling it as "complete garbage." The conversation also touches on the film's promotional claims, particularly those made by Drew Barrymore, and what viewers should be aware of when watching it. Overall, the thread reflects a critical stance on the film's validity and impact.
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I have heard it's for an audience who doesn't know much about physics, as it supposedly takes "cutting edge" physics ideas and misapplies them recklessly.

We plan to rent it because a friend wanted to know our opinion. I would not see the movie, on my own; I'd rather see "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy"

Anywho, is the movie all that Drew Barrymore says it is? Life changing? Proof of soul? Or complete garbage? Or some of each? What should we look for, when we watch it?
 
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Anywho, is the movie all that Drew Barrymore says it is? Life changing? Proof of soul? Or complete garbage? Or some of each? What should we look for, when we watch it?

I my opinion: complete garbage
 
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