The Work and the Glory
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Movie Reviews of The Work and the Glory
Movie Review: Work and the Glory Movie DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent movie! The cinematography is very artistic, and a lot of effort was taken to be true the times. The movie also stays very close to the book, with only a few minor exceptions. While the movie obviously features certain events from the early history of the LDS Church, those of other faiths should be able to watch it without feeling like they are being proselyted. The spiritual events are treated with a reverent brevity. The movies moral of religious tolerance should appeal to those of many faiths.
The DVD special features include the original theatrical trailer for the movie and a commentary voiced by the Director and the Director of Photography.
Overall, I felt that the movie was very well done, with some amazing pieces of acting portraying some very emotional scenes. Of course, given the source, there is no foul language (that I could find) and no innapropriate scenes (unless you count a handful of short kissing scenes).
Movie Review: Very good for the genre
Summary: 5 Stars
The "Mormon Movie" genre has had some wide ranging highs and lows. This is definitely one of the highs. For a long time I was skeptical of historical fiction of this type. It was not until I read one of Gerald Lund's other books, the Fire of the Covenant, that I realized the care with which he delineates what is fact and what is fiction. His reponsible approach to the subject matter was impressive.
As a film, this movie succeeds with higher production values and better acting than most Mormon Movies. As a Mormon, it is interesting to see recognizible actors in major roles. For example, Brenda Strong, who plays Mrs. Steed, was Sue Ellen Mishke, the braless wonder, on Seinfeld. Having branched out of the stable of Mormon actors was a real benefit to this movie.
I liked the movie and will add it to my family's collection.
Movie Review: Pillar of Light - A UK Review
Summary: 5 Stars
We received the DVD this morning, set up our multi-regional player and sat down to watch a great story with some trepidation.
How could a movie match the quality of the book. It didn't. What we watched was a brilliant translation to the screen of a breath taking story told by a writer who should be far better known than he is.
The sets were good, the photography truly beautiful. The capturing of sunsets and a stormy night for dramatic tension were superbly captured.
Both of our children, aged ten and fourteen, sat through the entire movie as captivated as ourselves, and they havent read the book.
We cannot wait for the next installment.
Steve & Jill Hodkin.
Manchester UK
Movie Review: A enjoyable movie
Summary: 5 Stars
The work and the glory movie characterizes a religious people determined to understand intelligently and unbiasedly the testimony of Joseph Smith. LDS people are some of the most intelligent, talented, and blessed people in the world. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints is the America Religion. This story captures this quality, in a fictional character, who is a descendant of a revolutionary war soldier. The family has always prized rugged individualism, free choice, and devotion to family and country. The story beautifully paints love, free choice, sacrifice and commitment, the miracle of faith, the bigotry of ignorance, and the sacrifice required to publish the Book of Mormon.Movie Review: My husband was an extra
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was filmed just a few miles from where my husband and I lived back then, he signed up to be an extra and was chosen. He really fit the bill as he looked just like a mountain man. In fact, in the movie he's the one walking down the sidewalk several times carrying a bucket. Also, he was in the scene in the street altercation scene. He loved it, the actors were great, the costume people were wonderful, it was one of the best times of his life which ended on April 25, 2007 from cancer.
I can truly say as I look at a framed photo of my mountain man in his costume I was so proud of him for doing this. I am ordering a copy of the first movie for all 6 of our children for Christmas.