Hmmm...
If you would please give me some answer, David, but this theme and message in a way portrays the book Fahrenheit 451. Not as in banning everything, but banning knowledge and turns the world into a living hell of numb citizens.
If you haven't read the story, I advice you do. It is a great piece of work and it is completely unique compared to others.
PS: If anyone else has read this book, please give me your thoughts because I truely believe this is a great film with some similarities that shouldn't be missed.