Wish You Were Here Christian Review
Wish You Were Here is a movie that makes you think about life and love. Its plot is a mix of a little romantic and bittersweet in which a girl is searching for a missing spark in her life and one night she meets a stranger who ultimately changes her life completely. This is the directorial debut of Julia Stiles and this movie is based on a bestselling novel which is very emotional and relatable in itself.
From a Christian point of view, this movie teaches a lot. First of all, it reminds us how precious the time we have is. Life can be short, but we should give full value to each day. James 4:14 in the Bible says that we should not know how long our life is, and 1 Peter 4:8 also says that our love should be deep. This film reflects exactly these things – living life with a purpose and giving your heart to love.
But this film can be a little challenging at some places, especially if you are watching it with your family. It has a PG-13 rating due to some strong language and sexual content. It may be a little uncomfortable for some people, especially if you believe in Christian values that value purity and self-control (Ephesians 4:29, 1 Corinthians 6:18). Therefore, this film may not be perfect for family viewing.
Still, this film has a very beautiful story at its core. A girl helps her lover live with love in his last days – it is a selfless act that reflects Christ-like love. If you are mature, then this film will help you to deeply understand the fragility of life and the power of love.
I feel that if you like romantic dramas and you think a little deeper, then this film is definitely for you. It can give you a chance to have a meaningful conversation about love, life, and faith. It is important to watch it according to your personal values, so that you understand everything in the right way.
So my final thoughts are that Wish You Were Here is not a directly faith-based film, but the moments in it give you a chance to think a lot about your life and love. If you watch it a little thoughtfully, then this film can inspire you to look at your life from a new perspective.
