There's more to a fraternity than just stepping...

[7thSonofOsiris]

I think that when people don't pledge/or are taken through the "intake" process, they miss the true power of what it means to step. To truly appreciate the power of that action, one must understand the power of the emotion that is supposed to be associated with it. I think too, to have made a movie about it is irresponsible and potentially harmful if the producer doesn't highlight some of the work associated with what it means to be a Bruh or a Soror, and, I think that it would be smart if the film showcases the tribal history associated with stepping and what tribal dance, a centuries old form of communication and precursor to stepping is really all about. Do I think its cool to produce a movie about it? Hell naw. I think that the de-mystification of the pledging process has only succeeded to disempower the spirit of the journey and it has taken with it, the distinct art of what it means to step. Hollywood doesn't need to make a movie about everything and I'm embarrassed that a member of Alpha Phi Alpha has anything to do with it, though, I understand his right to project his opinion and thought in any form he chooses, I just hope that stepping doesn't become a symbol without substance.

[TopSider]

Originally Posted by 7thSonofOsiris

I think that when people don't pledge/or are taken through the "intake" process, they miss the true power of what it means to step. To truly appreciate the power of that action, one must understand the power of the emotion that is supposed to be associated with it. I think too, to have made a movie about it is irresponsible and potentially harmful if the producer doesn't highlight some of the work associated with what it means to be a Bruh or a Soror, and, I think that it would be smart if the film showcases the tribal history associated with stepping and what tribal dance, a centuries old form of communication and precursor to stepping is really all about. Do I think its cool to produce a movie about it? Hell naw. I think that the de-mystification of the pledging process has only succeeded to disempower the spirit of the journey and it has taken with it, the distinct art of what it means to step. Hollywood doesn't need to make a movie about everything and I'm embarrassed that a member of Alpha Phi Alpha has anything to do with it, though, I understand his right to project his opinion and thought in any form he chooses, I just hope that stepping doesn't become a symbol without substance.

Just stop. There is some bleach here for you to drink.

[PhrozenGod01]

Originally Posted by PrettyBoy

I'll be wating for that on video. It looks like it's going to be pretty weak.

It looks better than that new Van Wilder movie or that Paris Hilton one that's supposed to come out soon. But National Lampoon has gotten rather stale in the last 12 years.

[Elephant Walk]

Except for the real Van Wilder movie. Probably the funniest one since the Chevy Chase days.

[PhrozenGod01]

Originally Posted by Elephant Walk

Except for the real Van Wilder movie. Probably the funniest one since the Chevy Chase days.

What are you smoking? The funniest National Lampoon movie was Animal House by far. Van Wilder was good, had some good pranks, but it's like comparing the original Star Wars with the Phantom Menace. It just doesn't work.

[Phasad1913]

I think the point is that what is interesting, exciting, meaningful and even what constitutes the experience of fraternity or sorority life is unique to each and every person. What one finds to be the epitome of or basis of fraternal life may be different to someone else. It doesn't give anyone the right to judge another and if you think it does, than that does not automatically mean that those whom you chose to judge should give a damn.

[macallan25]

Originally Posted by PhrozenGod01

What are you smoking? The funniest National Lampoon movie was Animal House by far. Van Wilder was good, had some good pranks, but it's like comparing the original Star Wars with the Phantom Menace. It just doesn't work.

He said since the Chevy Chase days......which would mean Vacation.....which was about 12 years ago. Animal House was made in '78.

[PrettyBoy]

Originally Posted by PhrozenGod01

It looks better than that new Van Wilder movie or that Paris Hilton one that's supposed to come out soon. But National Lampoon has gotten rather stale in the last 12 years.

It's going to be weak. I didn't see that many real organizations in it, so I won't waste my time to see it.

[starang21]

you phi served?