Saw that Golden Compass in Half

Ok, I don't really have much to say tonight, but I just want everyone to know these two things in a "half" review. (Great title, right? I'm so funny).

1. "Saw" is a terrible movie. Not much else needs to be said after that. Waste of my time. Good thing I have a lot of that to waste this summer though. 

2. I just finished reading The Golden Compass (the first book in the trilogy) and I have to say, in case you were unaware, it is blatantly atheistic. I knew going into it that it would be, but it kind of caught me off guard with how obvious it is. This doesn't really offend me or anything like that - it isn't a surprise that Christianity has some people who don't like it, so I'm not upset or annoyed or irritated or offended by this book, but I am a little surprised as to how it was written. Every book or novel has something to say (just like in film although I think what Saw is trying to say is watch out for crazy dudes with tumors and cut your foot off if you need to). In fiction, I would typically expect the author to portray his point in a subtle, roundabout fashion with themes, motifs and other literary devices. Not so with The Golden Compass. It has its fantasy element and it's plot and themes, but then BAM, Pullman (the author) hits you square between the eyes with his view of God and organized religion. 

That being said, don't watch Saw, but read the Golden Compass. Save your eyes the pain and stimulate your brain.