Where did the story go?

Does anyone care if a story is told in a film?
Is entertainment enough?
Should film makers respect their audience?

“Movies should be a positive expression
that there is hope, mercy, justice, and charity”
(and)
“It is the film maker’s responsibility to
emphasize the positive qualities of humanity
by showing the triumph of the individual
over adversity.” Frank Capra

Look beyond the words by Frank Capra for the creative options within them.