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Movie Reviews of Fireproof
Movie Review: Why is this a *good* movie?
Summary: 5 Stars
Fireproof is a good movie. It's better than almost anything Hollywood has put out. It's a movie worth buying and worth watching over and over.
It was made on around a $200,000 budget (I believe) and the acting, writing, directing, editing, production and overall quality of the cinematic elements of the movie are nowhere close to what comes out of Burbank and Studio City.
Fireproof is *good* though, in the moral sense. It is likely one of the only non-fiction movies I've ever seen. It was hard to watch, because the Christians in the movie aren't crazy and didn't do psychotic things. I kept watching for Kirk Cameron to start going nuts, and he didn't. Instead he talked about God like he's *real* and his fire-fighter friend talked about Christ like he *believed* what he was sharing. I've never, not once, ever thought that Hollywood portrayed Christians as anything but mentally deranged nutcases. Every time I see a Hollywood movie with Christians in it, I don't recognize them as anyone I would consider to resemble actual Christians. They're always uneducated bigots, racists, chauvinists, homosexuals, or just plain mean/wicked individuals who are either rationally, sexually, or financially despairing and would abandon Christ if they somehow had the right temptation. It seems that Hollywood is desperate to show that Christians are just as bad as everyone else, but use religion as a cover/smokescreen for their wickedness and as a way to deflect criticism and rational questions. I never feel like Hollywood actually is trying to portray that there could, possibly, be 1 person in the world who reads the Bible, has thought about it, believes it, and actually lives with a rationally grounded and morally compelling belief that Christ is who he claimed to be. I've never seen a Hollywood movie that showed even 1 Christian as someone who has reasonable answers to problems of life and lives a morally upstanding life worthy of emulation.
For that reason alone, Fireproof is one of the *best* movies I've ever seen. It's not really funny, not really quality cinema, and bound for bargain bins everywhere...but it was one of the only *non-fiction fiction* movies (movies that have fictional stories that are supposed to be believable and take place in "reality") I've ever seen, or even heard of.
Beyond that, it portrays some real struggles with marriage and delivers real answers. It's not a tool for witnessing, and it's not aimed at making people Christians. I believe that it was aimed *at* Christian couples who have serious marital problems; i.e. 98% of them. My wife and I had a few dozen amazing talks after seeing it, and it's been a catalyst in our marriage to grow in learning/serving/loving each other and grow in knowing and obeying Christ.
Once it inevitably hits the bargain bins, I'm buying copies for everyone I know!
Movie Review: Great Movie - Shocked at Negative Reviews !?!?
Summary: 5 Stars
Let me first say, that I am a born-again believer (in 20's and been married 3 years), and in my opinion the movie was good. The acting was not what some would consider "oscar" worthy (but I can never tell which actors will get oscars anyway), but the overall theme COMBINED with the acting was good and thus, the movie is good. Even though I don't claim to be a complete jerk within my marriage towards my wife, I couldn't help be see subtle tendencies within myself and Caleb (Kirk Cameron).
As a review, this movie will be great to those who come with an open mind realizing the movie is about MARRIAGE - NOT FIRES.
Those who've had issues with this movie seemed to be non-Christians who are more irritated with the message of Christianity being incorporated than anything else. While many may say the acting was HORRIBLE, they should realize that this is a movie through the eyes of a CHRISTIAN. So often our movies are portrayed in such a different light, even if about marriage, where there are such extremes and this was a refreshing change (i.e. its nice to have a movie with this intensity that lacked any profanity). Example: One person's negative review cited they disliked or felt it was so unrealistic for the woman at the hospital to say "excuse me" so she can bless her food before continuing in conversation with Catherine. I thought this was great, because in going to lunch with my co-workers, it happens all the time. They may just begin eating, but I stop to bless my food - happens all the time.
I don't think this movie was deceptive in that its really not about fires, I think that was a creative way of linking the theme (marriage) with the husbands occupation (even the "OO" in the title has wedding bands).
Question: Is it unreasonable for the church to create mainstream films that don't say, "JESUS" in the title? Afterall, I've flip past quite a few movies on the movie channels that would indicate they are spiritual or biblical and they're not. I don't get upset with the title, I realize they may merely be linking a portion of the movie to an element from scripture and then I turn (i.e. titles such as the following are not biblical but appear to be: Jesus' Son, The Last Temptation of Christ, Babel, Saved, Jacob's Ladder).
Further, it's no more deceptive than Jerry McGuire which really isn't about a sports through the eyes of an agent as much as its about him finding himself and love.
Sadly, it shows the state of man in our society. Even a movie that doesn't BOMBARD you with Christianity and scriptures, its is considered poor by some due to a lack of profanity, violence, and secular theme.
I pray this movie helps mend marriage relations and brings others to Christ.
Movie Review: BUY THIS MOVIE EVEN IF YOU DON'T BUY ANY OTHER DVD THIS YEAR
Summary: 5 Stars
RELATIONSHIPS. That is what this movie is about. It is about the relationships between the men of a firehouse that depend upon each other. It is about a marriage and depending on each other, wife to husband, and he to her. The movie is about parent relationships--the kind that last a lifetime. The movie is about God, and a personal relationship with Him. RELATIONSHIPS!
From the makers of "FACING the GIANTS", this newest movie, "Fireproof", has surpassed what many 'Hollywood' movies attain. It is an emotional roller coaster that will have you gasping, laughing, crying, holding your breath, wanting to scream a warning...and perhaps, even a standing ovation at the end. The movie is filled with plenty of firefighting action, hero stunts, as well as some of the most tender moments ever placed on film.
Capt. Caleb Holt (Kirk Cameron) must try to guide the firehouse team through many emergencies, training, and firehouse interaction while he sees his marriage dissolving on the home front. He gives up on the marriage...UNTIL...his father convinces him to wait 40 days and follow what he calls a "The Love Dare," a daily task written out in a notebook by the father's own hand. Wife Catherine (Erin Bethea), also is ready to dissolve the marriage going nowhere. She gets attention at work from a young doctor and decides a divorce is needed as soon as possible. Caleb accepts his dad's challenge but his daily attempts seem only to fail. Fortunately, a fellow firefighter, Lt. Michael Simmons (Ken Bevel) is a constant, dedicated, and Christian friend as well as co-worker.
There will be many who will say this movie is for every couple that is having difficulties and their marriage relationship is in jeopardy. That is true, BUT, this marriage is even better for working marriages, marriages that yet have some flame, at least a spark, so they can see again what is important in life and in a relationship. Not to "Fireproof" the marriage but to "fan the flames."
And just when the movie's ending arrives, you are wishing it never had to end, and your bag of popcorn has caught the last tear, there is one additional surprise extra-ending. I'll not spoil it. What a wonderful job of writing by brothers, Stephen and Alex Kendrick. Alex also directed. What a ministry/witness by the entire production staff, cast, and the church that prays and accomplishes a product like this story.
I agree with others, when available, give it as a gift. The gift that keeps on giving. 5 gems for the crowns of everyone associated with this picture.
Movie Review: An amazing movie.
Summary: 5 Stars
This is such an amazing movie. It's about a man and women. They are married and there marriage is failing. The husband thinks the wife is at fault for it all and the wife thinks the man is. The mans father tells him to wait a while to get divorced. He says he has a test for him to take. The man has to learn home to share his feeling and to stop some of the bad things he does. He learns that sometimes things can try and pull you away, and when these things come you have to push them away and stay true to the things you know are right. It also should teach people to never give up. You have to try your hardest to make things better. Then, even if they don't work out, you will know you were true to yourself and that you tried your hardest to keep things true. Those things are you and your beliefs.
At first I thought this was going to be a bad movie. The reasons are I had never heard of any of the actors. Just . Second, the acting seems bad at first. Finally it seemed kind of like a made for TV movie and I had never heard of the movie. My grandfather heard of it one day and told me to get it. My step father is a captain at a fire department. He thought it was a fire movie. I must say that it is far from a movie about fire. Well perhaps not as much about fire that you have to put out with water than fire that rages in your heart and soul.
This movie has a lot to do with believing in something bigger than all of us. Weather you go to church ever week, every few weeks or not at all. This movie will probably make you get teary. In this though, it will make you feel better and give you the sense that you understand yourself a little better. I would say if you have kids , buy this. Watch it with your entire family and you will all probably feel a little closer. I rented it this time. Nut I will go buy it so I can watch it with my grandparents. Then maybe one day I'll have a girlfriend. Perhaps she will turn into my wife. The hopefully we will have some kids. I will be able to watch this movie with them. Thanks to everyone who took part in this movie. It is simply amazing.
The special features on this movie are:
Film makers' Commentary
Deleted Scenes
Fire goofs/jokes and pranks
Fire proof Resources
Fire Proof: Behind the Scenes Featurette
Marriage Matters Featurette
Wayne on Wayne Interview
Fire Proof in 60 Seconds
Love Dare Promo
Movie Review: Worth the Time...May Change Your Life...
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie is a must-see for so many reasons. For your consideration:
Despite the title and fiery photographs/trailers, this is not a movie just about intense drama and danger. Don't misunderstand, there is plenty of edge-of-seat drama and enough danger to make the two hour movie fly by, but if you don't want to see it because of the intensity factor, rest assured, the intensity is secondary to the story of Kat and Caleb.
Though this movie is made by a church, and mentions the uncomfortable words, Jesus, sin and afterlife, it also covers heavy, heavy subject matters that plague so many marriages. Though Jesus, sin and afterlife are mentioned throughout I'd estimate that spiritual matters are probably discussed a total of ten minutes in the two hours of film.
There is a touch of cheesiness. The low budget, the melding of soundtrack/dialogue in a few scenes, and the woodenness of a few secondary characters were minor irritants. However, Kirk Cameron does an outstanding job. I was truly impressed. I wasn't enthusiastic about the Left Behind movies and his part seemed pretty one-dimensional in that series of films. But in Fireproof, Kirk hits every possible emotion and is very believable as a man who is facing a fork-in-the-road.
The writing is well-done. The filmmakers have thrown in their customary goofy humor. Several scenes are laugh out loud funny which again makes the two hours fly by. Humorous one-liners are peppered throughout.
Fireproof is not just for married couples or married couples in a at-risk relationship. Everyone on the planet has relationships. The common sense "Love Dare" instructions and suggestions could help restore, mend or soften any hardened, near-dead relationship you might have.
I appreciated the realism that was represented in Kat and Caleb's struggle. Having a marriage that was as bad as theirs, and having been blessed by God's healing and restoration of said marriage, I know where they were coming from and their words and actions were very realistic. That realism and the end result should resonate with couples everywhere and bring hope to some really desperate people.
See this movie. Wait, if you must, for the budget theaters or for Red Box rentals so you don't have to shell-out big dollar movie ticket money. However, if you are in a relationship that is dying, I'd suggest that you invest the $8 or $10 a ticket and see it tonight.