Why Do People Laugh at Creationists? (2007)
Why Do People Laugh at Creationists? is an amateur documentary that tackles creationism from various angles.
From the scientific illiterates who venture into the scientific arena without understanding the terminology they use, to convicted fraudsters like Kent Hovind who exploit people’s scientific ignorance for financial gain, this film sheds light on the clash between science and belief.
In this documentary, we encounter individuals who want to engage in scientific debates but lack a fundamental understanding of scientific concepts. Their confident use of scientific terms often masks their lack of comprehension.
For instance, Kent Hovind, a convicted fraudster, capitalized on this scientific illiteracy to dupe people out of money. His tax evasion alone amounted to approximately a million dollars.
The Discovery Institute, a hub for the Intelligent Design (ID) movement, represents a more organized challenge to evolution. However, ID faced a humiliating defeat in court when it was revealed that it was not science but merely a relabeling of creationism.
Interestingly, the Discovery Institute now avoids using the term “Intelligent Design” in their promotional videos, opting instead to teach the controversy. Yet, they remain the only group opposing evolution.
The call to “teach the controversy” is ironic because the controversy lies mainly within the Discovery Institute itself. Their views lack support from research or evidence.
While they seek to underpin their beliefs in schools, the scientific community overwhelmingly supports evolution.
In summary, Why Do People Laugh at Creationists? dives into the clash between science and belief, revealing the stark realm where scientific illiteracy meets ideological convictions.
