Do the SFC verdicts compare in any way to the USCCB's ratings?
No. In many instances readers may observe that the SFC 'Not Recommended' (Red) verdict is often given for films that the USCCB has given a rating of 'O' for (highlighting 'morally offensive' films). However, readers should be aware that whilst the 'Not Recommended' verdict on SFC can also be seen to represent films that are 'morally offensive', SFC extends this definition to include films that are deemed to be of particularly poor quality in terms of acting, directing, producing and writing. The SFC definition therefore includes a greater element of subjectivity. As such, comparisons between the two should be avoided.
Readers will also observe that only about half of those films recommended in the USCCB's annual Top 10 lists are given 'Recommended' (Green) verdicts, with the vast majority of the others receiving 'Limited Recommendation' verdicts. This reflects the SFC verdict criteria being aimed more at identifying those films that have a more explicit redemptive message, and also once more, reflecting more of a subjective element in terms of evaluating the quality of the film with respect to acting, directing, producing and writing.
SFC welcomes your comments if you come across a film on Soul Food Cinema with a 'Recommended' or 'Limited Recommendation' verdict, that has been given a decision of 'O' (morally offensive) by the USCCB.
