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Movie Reviews of Fireproof
Movie Review: My husband was touched by the message of the movie...
Summary: 5 Stars
and that's what really matters to me. My husband is a tall and a big guy (macho type *lol*), who you'd think would not get the message the movie is conveying. But he did. He had tears in his eyes and he appreciates more of our marriage relationship. Marriage is not something we should take for granted, in fact, it is when a couple should try harder to make a marriage work. All married couple should have the book A Love Dare that the main character used to save his marriage. The movie is not a Hollywood production full of great Oscar winning dramatic acting. However, it's a natural acting that anyone could relate to. The performers are not known except Kirk Cameron. But the movie conveyed a simple truth that marriage and divorce do not go together. That if God is in the center of a couple's lives and they acknowledge God's guidance in their lives through His instructions and commands, a marriage stands a chance in surviving throughout a couple's lifetime. The marriage relationship is sweeter, full of love, understanding and, full of respect and trust for one another. My husband got emotional especially at the end when Kirk's character's dad revealed something to him that the son did not know about his own parents' marriage relationship. My husband really took it to heart. God is working in both my husband and I's lives. We had a rough start, but when God came into our lives, things definitely have changed for the better. All married couple secretly wish that in their relationship. That's why any couple can relate to the storyline--it's very common, but what to do to save a crumbling or a marriage that is collapsing is another thing. A man and a woman who decide to get married have to completely turn to God for guidance, it is the only way. God created marriage and He is the only One who knows how it would work in perfect harmony. This movie is a tearjerker especially for those who are going through rough times with their marriage, in the process of divorce or already separated and been divorced. This movie will touch a chord emotionally. The producers of this movie also were responsible for another great movie Flywheel, another eye opening storyline.Movie Review: Solid Five, Six if You Need Counseling
Summary: 5 Stars
I am really starting to appreciate these avowedly Christian movies that sneak up on you. When I pulled this off the share table I thought I was getting a firefighting movie, along the lines of Ladder 49 (Full Screen Edition) or Backdraft (2 Disc Anniversary Edition) and the older but still great Hellfighters and The Towering Inferno (Special Edition).
No way, Jose. This is a movie about saving marriage between two individuals too quick to give up. It is told in a very fine way in the context of a firefighting captain who does not feel at all appreciated, which I suspect is true of most of us devoted to jobs that consume us, and that lose our social IQ along the way.
There are boring bits, but the ending is a tear-jerker, and perhaps a bit more fairy-tale than reality, but hope springs eternal and if you are rethinking your marriage, this is DEFINITELY a six and beyond, not just a five.
Other Christian movies AND uplifting movies I have reviewed with appreciation:
Love Comes Softly
Saving God
Theory of Everything
The Hawk Is Dying
The Snow Walker
What the Bleep Do We Know!?
Movie Review: I was pleasently surprised by this movie..
Summary: 5 Stars
WOW! First I want to say that I'm not a very religious person, so when someone suggested my husband and I watch this movie I was a little skeptical because I just knew it was going to be preachy..
My marriage is in serious trouble due to a lot of differnt events. Some are from my own selfishness and some are from my husbands substance abuse and infidelitys. I had heard so much about this movie that I was beginning to think that maybe I would give it a shot... You know.. what did I have to lose.. maybe an hour and a half of my time..
So I talked my husband into watching it with me and surprisingly we both enjoyed it. I could really relate to the couples marriage in that movie.. it was almost like someone had been filming our lives.
The movie was kind of bibical at times but honestly I did not mind it at all.. I found myself thinking about this movie for the next few days and the message it gave me.. Maybe the one thing that my marriage is missing is God.. I believe in God but I have never had a relationship with him.. I have always equated God with bible thumpers and alter calls at the church, not a power greater then myself whom I can rely on anytime any where.. He certainly has not been present in my marriage.
I'm really glad I watched this movie and I'm seriously considering buying it so I can watch it again.. I think it might take me a few times of viewing this to really appreciate the message behind it..
My Mother in Law gave us the book the Love Dare for Christmas and I kind of tossed it aside but now since I have seen the movie I have been flipping through it thinking that maybe I should give it a shot.. After all I have tried everything else to save my marriage, what do I have to lose.. I figure I lose nothing by taking 40 days and really trying to work on my marriage but I lose everything by sitting there and doing nothing.. So tomorrow I will start day 1 of the Love Dare... maybe I will be pleasently surprised by that as well.
Even if your skeptical.. give it a shot.. honestly what do you have to lose?
Movie Review: This Movie Did Its Job -- It Entertained Effectively While Making Its Points
Summary: 5 Stars
Okay, I'm not surprised that the Oscars overlooked this one -- partially because there were better movies done by more experienced and more financed filmmakers and partially because they prefer promoting movies like "Milk" and "Doubt". Does this mean one cannot enjoy this picture?
Actually, this movie did get some negative reviews. One reviewer said that the negative reviews focused on the technical shortcomings, but my hunch is that if it was a horror movie some of those negative reviewers would give more slack, that the heart is they did not agree with the message.
Let's get to the movie first. It is a drama, and deserves its PG rating -- some of the marriage difficulty scenes are too intense for the real young who should never see scenes like that on video or in real life. As a drama, it is one that you'd need a kleenix for. However, it effectively blends in moments of roll in the floor laughter (tomato juice -- you'll get it if you see the movie) and edge of the seat suspense. There are some predictable parts in it, but bigger name films don't avoid predictability either. And many of the predictable scenes are more predictable in the problem rather than in the resolution. (For example, when a car is caught on the tracks, does anybody expect them to get the car out of the way without a train coming down the track?)
I have not seen Flywheel, but I have seen Facing The Giants. My wife and I enjoyed looking for familiar faces, and there are some, but most of them are not a major part of the movie.
Some reviews make the point of where the marriage theme ends and the Christianity theme begins. One can try to separate the two, but that is not a natural separation. Biblically, God instituted marriage in the second chapter of the Bible, and it is dealt with by Jesus and by the New Testament writers. One can have a good marriage without Christ, but it is tough.
As I said, this is not the greatest movie of all time. But I believe it's probably enjoyable to anyone who wants to enjoy it.
Movie Review: Fireproofed!
Summary: 5 Stars
Fireproof: An adventure in Marriage
Don't let the cover fool you. This is no ordinary adventure film. Beneath the exterior story of a fireman coping with the dangers of blazing buildings, lies a struggle that every marriage faces. "Fireproof" is a name that applied to buildings and structures, but also relationships as Caleb Holt soon finds out. Never leave your partner behind applies to marriage too.
The plot is simple. Caleb and his wife are hitting a tough time in their marriage. Both feel neither is appreciated, and the inevitable blow up leads to the talk of divorce. Meanwhile, at `work', Calebs' partner Michael, and co-workers feel the heat and see the separation. Calebs' father, who almost divorced, gives his son a challenge. 40 Days with a handwritten book called the Love Challenge. Through 43 days, learns to love his wife, Catherine, unconditionally, while she struggles with a new relationship. There is pain, there is hurt, there is heroism, and there is love...Fireworks not necessary.
The production company of Sherwood Baptist Church has broken new ground with this, their 3rd film. Flywheel, Facing the Giants, and now Fireproof cements their reputation as a force to be reckoned with. Produced by volunteers and a handful of professionals (including Kirk Cameron), this is a first class film sure to strengthen any marriage or courtship. The Kendricks have a great thing going.
There are some very powerful scenes in this movie. Caleb by the cross, Catherine forgiving Caleb at the firestation, and the rededication ceremony at the end. There is something for everyone.
Who can watch this production? Anyone.
Who should watch this film? Everyone
I can guarantee that Fireproof will change any marriage for the better!
Along with the film, a host of marriage enrichment products are also available. Don't shortchange your spouse, and more importantly, Never leave your partner behind.
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Tim Lasiuta