This app is a society saver. I understand people are fine with whatever is in a movie and I’m not judging, however, everyone’s morals are different and this simple app helps my family watch a lot of movies like my 10yr old daughter watching Forrest Gump, awesome movie but parts easily removed make it great for me and my family. I know certain parts of a movie help create characters but it’s not necessary for some.
With every studio or streaming blockbuster comes the inevitable rise in language, mature content, pushing the edge of the rating-especially PG-13, etc., for the next sequel. It seems studios don’t think their series will attract enough of an audience if these aren’t ratcheted up for shock value. The Marvel Universe - what happened here? Going from family fun to something my young teens don’t enjoy - it’s dark and must include fringe societal issues! Disney’s Free Guy - it is a great film if you drop half the adult language and uncomfortable innuendos while watching with my kids.
I believe if Roku wanted to they would help do what’s right with #VidAngel but they seem more worried about looking backed by religious zealots (many people have morals and values don’t attend church), lawsuits, siding against Hollywood, seeming weak. It’s hard enough doing the right things by your child, it would be amazing if we had help from someone like Roku.
I do have to laugh when realizing Amazon and Apple are the two alternatives I’m switching to that allow #VidAngel. Totally worth it for some piece of mind and decency in my home!!
