A Christian mom-influencer has ignited widespread discussion across faith and parenting communities after she and her children walked out of a screening of the new film Wicked: For Good. The influencer, Sara Burnett, shared that she left the theater partway through the movie in response to what she perceived as an inappropriate and overly sexualized scene for a PG-rated film.
Burnett, who frequently speaks online about faith, motherhood, and family values, posted her experience on Instagram, explaining that she felt a strong conviction to leave the theater during a moment involving implied intimacy between two of the film's central characters. She described her decision as an act of spiritual discernment and leadership for her children.
"My gut was so unsettled," Burnett wrote in her post. "I want to honor God in our home and protect my kids' hearts. When something doesn't feel right, we leave. That's what obedience looks like for us."
Her post quickly went viral, drawing both support and criticism. Many Christian parents praised her courage for acting on her convictions, while others questioned whether the reaction was warranted given the film's PG rating. The incident has fueled renewed conversations among families, church leaders, and educators about navigating entertainment in a culture where content appropriateness can feel increasingly subjective.
Wicked: For Good, the second installment of the film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, continues the story of Elphaba and Glinda while introducing deeper romantic and dramatic developments. While the film has been marketed as family-friendly, Burnett's experience underscores the varying expectations that parents-especially within faith communities-bring into the theater.
Supporters of Burnett's decision have highlighted the importance of modeling boundaries for children, particularly in spiritual and moral formation. Critics, however, argue that such walkouts may unintentionally foster fear-based approaches to art and storytelling.
Regardless of viewpoint, the discussion sparked by Burnett's video reflects a growing cultural tension around media consumption, parental responsibility, and the role of personal conviction in an increasingly complex entertainment landscape.
