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allison-lee
Reviews
Believe in Me (2006)
An empowering film for both women and men
I waited until my husband was out of town to watch this, because I didn't think he'd be into it. I wish he'd seen it with me, because this story is a story for everybody.
The main character, Clay Driscoll, is genuine to the core. He exhibits the kind of traits that I want my son to grow up to possess. Despite being given a basketball team that he didn't want to coach, he sticks to his responsibility and gives it his all. It's a story of his discovering his own mettle and strength, and discovering what he really wants.
But the basketball team he coaches...those are girls after your heart! I cried with a sense of triumph during this movie and took a shine to Clay's wife, who encouraged and supported her husband throughout all the trials of the journey with his team. I highly recommend this movie--especially for a family or a youth group or if a teacher wants to show a movie at school. It is well done and powerful. I wish more movies were of this quality.
Beyond Borders (2003)
weak and rambling
I came away wondering what the real point of the movie was. I waited for a strong, poignant climax, and I didn't see one. I waited for an engaging plot, but I didn't observe one. The movie just didn't draw me in. I wanted to like it, but I just didn't. I thought Teri Polo was a nice surprise in the movie but failed to connect with the characters of either Angelina Jolie or Clive Owen. In my opinion, if you really want to see a movie about powerful relief work, that truly makes a difference in people's lives, watch Hotel Rwanda. Beyond Borders seems to try to hit you in the gut to provoke some guilt, but even that was unsuccessful. And honestly, I don't think guilt is ever a good motivator.