The Wager
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Movie Reviews of The Wager
Movie Review: Family Friendly
Summary: 4 Stars
I love Randy Travis and the entire cast was great. The soundtrack was awesome and the plot was very original. Loved it.
Movie Review: A safe bet
Summary: 3 Stars
As a compelling mixture of the biblical book of Job and the Sermon on the Mount, The Wager is a good story, with many surprising twists and relevant insights. The novel, written by Bill Myers, is a powerful tale of trials and triumphs. However, when the printed story moved to DVD, some of the intensity was lost in the media conversion. While still a riveting tale, it could have had more impact if the actors showed a greater emotional involvement in the volatile situations.
Michael Steel (Randy Travis) is about to make cinema history as the first Christian actor nominated for Best Actor at the Academy Awards. Yet, God has cast him in a different starring role. When Satan claims that no one can live the Sermon on the Mount in today's society, Michael gets the lead role in this supernatural drama. In the space of ten tension-filled days, his life gets bombarded from every possible angle. From his personal life to his marriage to his career, Michael has to hold on to his faith in the middle of a furious spiritual battle.
Fans of Randy Travis will enjoy seeing this singer in an acting role. Also of interest was the character, Cassandra, played by Candace Cameron Bure of "Full House" fame. Her role of seductress stayed within the boundaries of good taste and allowed viewers to understand the temptation without having it splashed across the screen. And that's where the movie shines. Tastefully produced and staying true to the theme of the novel, this film has the potential to present a life dedicated to the cause of the Christ regardless of the casualties the world may throw.
As a contemporary parable with a purpose, The Wager is a safe bet.
Joyce Handzo (courtesy In the Library Reviews)
Movie Review: The Wager
Summary: 3 Stars
Randy Travis plays Michael Steele, an Oscar nominated movie star with some personal problems. He doesn't get along with the director of the movie he's working on, his wife has just handed him divorce papers, and soon, another scandal hits him, shattering his image.
Based on the a book by Bill Myers, "The Wager" is a Christian themed film, although this theme is not as overt as in some other Christian movies. Because of this, it may appeal to a wider non-Christian audience but may also disappoint some Christian viewers expecting a clear evangelical message. The story itself is quite ordinary. It's not bad but also not very inspired or interesting.
"The Wager" is a watchable movie and a decent way to kill 80 minutes but it's not great or worth spending a lot of money on.
Movie Review: The Wager
Summary: 3 Stars
My husband and I are starting a movie night at our church. We are trying build up a
list of movies that are suitable for being shown in the sanctuary. Movies that have a good
story line and can create some great discussion afterward.
The Wager had the possibility of being a really good movie. But it was just fair.
It had a good story base, but something was lacking.
Movie Review: better singer than actor
Summary: 3 Stars
but who am I to talk about another - he put his neck out and I have no right to chop it off - he did his best - keep on singing