Excellent acting throughout the film. Film kept me riveted due to the good actors. Excellent directing. And excellent Christian message. The story is about a single mother who has a10 year old daughter and they live with her unemployed, alcoholic and abusive boyfriend. Location is a small town in Tennessee. Single mother who's the girlfriend comes home from work at the Diner, and boyfriend is on the couch drunk and wants attention. They have a fight and the boyfriend accidentally strikes down the 10 year old daughter, where she becomes permanently paralyzed. Mother and daughter flee to their Uncles in another town. They start attending church and the young mother meets a nice church going man. She finds work and things start to get better until the ex-boyfriend finds her and wants to get even and he also came to get the money she stole from him. The film has a good ending. I recommend it.
21 Reviews
Slow burn with technical issues.
javawocky-271357 February 2022
The acting was ok. Story was slow. Might have earned an average rating but the technical flaws stand out.
Lighting / grading looks like it was done by 5 different people. At one point the white balance was way off. Shots in the same scene seamed like they weren't even Color matched. Really basic stuff that should not be in a feature film.
I think the editor can take some of the blame as some issues can easily be fixed in post. For example, dialog from another take didn't match the mouth movement of the actor talking. This could have been fixed by simply cropping in tighter.
Audio had issues with noise floor or room noise cutting out between angles in dialog. Again basic stuff recording room tone or manufacturing background sound.
Overall it is slow but watchable. Above average for general Christian movies these days.
Lighting / grading looks like it was done by 5 different people. At one point the white balance was way off. Shots in the same scene seamed like they weren't even Color matched. Really basic stuff that should not be in a feature film.
I think the editor can take some of the blame as some issues can easily be fixed in post. For example, dialog from another take didn't match the mouth movement of the actor talking. This could have been fixed by simply cropping in tighter.
Audio had issues with noise floor or room noise cutting out between angles in dialog. Again basic stuff recording room tone or manufacturing background sound.
Overall it is slow but watchable. Above average for general Christian movies these days.
not even thinly veiled Jesus proselytizing
spasticfreakshow12 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
No plot, no ending, just Christ discussion and church visits, after some hard times endured by a young woman and her daughter. It would be charitable to say the acting is community theatre level, but sadly, it is not. Production values are low. The writing leaves EVERYTHING to be desired. Why is she suddenly fired from her job? Why does she break the window and take everything out on the one person who has really been kind to her and is obviously himself suffering? Why do the police never show up at any point along the way? Why does she not file a restraining order? If someone wrote this script in high school, they would receive a failing grade. The other reviews are obviously fake - from friends and acquaintances of the amateurs who made this...deceiving piece of garbage. They should at least be honest in the plot summary that this "movie" is more about coming to Christ than anything else. It is frustrating how dishonest this IMDB page is, including the other reviews. It is not even a Christian film (they might not be my cup of tea, but there are plenty of decent Christian films) - it is Christ propaganda. Not even thinly veiled.
Terrible writing and acting
stevekraatz30 August 2021
I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but wow this movie is a waste of 90 minutes. It may be the terrible writing that makes the acting seem so bad, but the characters were pretty flat and uninteresting. Actually I think I've seen better acting in a high school play.
Waste of my time
dickinsonbailey7 February 2022
Breath of fresh air
mcjeb19 November 2019
This story of a young single mother (Carrie) trying to start a new life in small town was poignant and moving at times. Derrick Dee Drake's performance was especially remarkable as Uncle Earl. Life is difficult as is overcoming your past mistakes. There are no easy answers. The story addresses this in a loving way. The outstanding camerawork and just-right sound track were as good as any I've experienced in an indy film. Congratulations to Erik Parks and Charity Spencer for bringing this film to life.
A Story of Hope
mandymic-7619 November 2019
A movie that Captures your Heart
lbsdelta1 April 2020
A terrific film. Full of suspense and very heart warming. I enjoyed how the writer brought the story to light by focusing on the good of others to help bring hope and resolution to those that were in need of just wanting to be Loved and respected by others. A fantastic cast. At a time of uncertainty, this is the perfect film to remind us all that Joy is just a moment away.
Excellent writing and acting
trillianewbell19 November 2019
I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of writing and character development. I found myself drawn into the story. The characters are real and relatable. Their lives and the storyline aren't buttoned up or a story with a perfect solution. Loved it. Left hopeful!
Great story!
ronherninaser22 November 2019
Amazing development of human emotions and behavior
fmcna17 April 2021
Being a mental health therapist, I could really feel for the main character and the male supporting role with PTSD. I think the directors really did well developing human character and emotion and how that plays out in behavior. Great cast, love the theme related to purpose and peace! 🕊
Wholesome
melissaheard-190664 January 2022
I completely enjoyed this movie. Contrary to what I seen in a different review, I am not in any way affiliated with the makings of this movie. There were a few things I would have liked to see with it or added in but I wasn't the writer and still enjoyed it. If I were to make a constructive criticism it would definitely be the ending. Did she make it in music or settle for small town life? Did she end up with good guy? Did she finally surrender herself to the love of Christ? This was, in my opinion a great start to a mini series and it was definitely left open enough to add a tremendous amount of content but it was still good.
Loved this movie
goatlady19807 June 2022
💜
angelsanney10 September 2021
This was nice
juanmuscle20 June 2021
Warning: Spoilers
I enjoyed it , I thought the writing was pretty nice and the acting was really good and the child was a good singer and she was cute and the whole thing was pretty cute save for her deadbeat bf but , oh well things seemed to turn out pretty good for ol' girl and hopes everything gets better, would of loved to have pushed a lil' further into the future to see how all the events turn out but that's cool anyways, good job!
Love the heart behind the story
krog8521 August 2020
Beautiful Movie
jessicakraer11 July 2022
Endearing characters with a believable story
austinwheeler-1931931 March 2020
I was fortunate to know an assistant producer, or I might never have known about this warming film. The soundtrack was terrific and the story relatable. My only mild critique is that the camera cuts from one view to another occasionally seemed abrupt, but perhaps I'm the only one who thought so. Perfectly forgivable nonissue. Very much worth the rental. 9/10.
Great show
sgates-7800012 October 2021
Excellent Writing & Direction
ajbullardth26 July 2022
Inspiration To Pay Closer Attention To Your Family
jlcrocks5 September 2022
Sat down and watched this movie with my wife and one of my daughters, and we really enjoyed it! One of the main things I took out of it (with no spoilers) is that we can get too busy and get very overwhelmed with our lives circumstances that we can fail to recognize the dreams and talents of our own children. We need to slow down realize the true reason "why we breathe" and find the purpose on why God has us here. This movie does an excellent job on showing these aspects that we all need to apply to our own lives. This message might be subtle to most viewers, but this is something that stood out to me having young children that I'm raising and being a filmmaker myself. I'm looking forward to watching future projects from Erik Parks. This is just the beginning of what he is capable of creating!
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