Vashirdfel Simply A Masterpiece

Hayden Kane There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

Jonah Abbott There's no way I can possibly love it entirely but I just think its ridiculously bad, but enjoyable at the same time.

Roxie The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;

jhilton0907 Now, I have seen a lot of Christian movies and not many of them had actually brought me to tears than this one did. This is truly a moving movie, that many people can actually relate to, especially if you lost someone and blamed it on God. I highly recommend viewing this movie and see what you can get out of it. The movie was truly beautiful from the start and how it portrayed tragedy was heartbreaking, especially the last part of the film.The movie stars the amazing Lou Gosset Jr, but the real star of the movie is the Preacher, played by Michael Higgenbottom. His character was amazing and was really adorable in some of his earlier scenes. But his character has some of the best moments as you reach the middle of the movie, struggling with his emotions as he tries to deal and help with Bill McDonald played by Michael Joiner.Michael Joiner's Bill McDonald is the most relatable character in the movie, as many of us has been like him before. Grieving over the loss of a loved one or just be nasty to everyone we talk to. His story is not only tragic, but also tear jerking, especially the last half of the movie, when he reveals what he is truly feeling. The way the movie ends is how ALL of us should treat one another, with love and respect, but also be forgiving of those who has cause us pain and heartbreak.My one advice for you, just watch the movie, don't let the Christian themes scare you away. In my opinion, when movies have Christian themes like this one, it's bound to be a great movie, and they are the better choices for movies. This movie should viewed by everyone, as it will touch your heart and even pull your heartstrings a bit.Now the music in this movie was perfectly done. The songs in this movie was amazing, and they really reflected the tone and the emotions the characters were feeling. If there was one thing that this movie wins, is with the songs they used in this movie.Now, my overall view of the movie is this, this is by far the best Christian movie I have ever seen. It ranks all the way up there with amazing Christian movies like God's Not Dead and Do You Believe? All great movies with heart touching stories. But be careful when showing this to kids, as the themes of this movie could sadden them or scare them. It is best to show this to kids who are ages 10 or older, as they could handle the themes.

asbarratt-181-666602 This movie was excellent. It was not over the top preachy as the one reviewer said. It actually had a realistic transformation scene in the end. While the acting was not maybe as good as some Hollywood big names it was still very well done. If you enjoyed any of the Sherwood Pictures films such as Facing the Giants and Fireproof, you will enjoy The Grace Card. It is just as well done and will be a film that the whole family will enjoy. Excellent family film and a film that you can use as outreach as well. Great film to make a part of your family or church library.This would also be a great film to show to your unsaved family and friends. The ending was full awesome and showed the great grace of God and how it can impact families and change individuals.

delanos53-170-482861 It had a message and it was not to much God for most people. It had at least two positive messages and a moral. They poured it on a bit thick at the end but except for that I loved it. Yes I am a Christian. I am aware that some Christians think it was not Christian enough etc... If our primary purpose is to carry the message then we have to carry a message that they will listen to and not freak out when they get beat over the head with a forced message. I think for the most part it does a good job of that. I thought the very end was contrived and really reaching but that is just my opinion. I would have done it different but I don't know what that would have been. Love the two lead actors. Pretty good jobs especially Higgenbottom. Nice to see Lou Gosset Jr. too. The other actors were pretty good too. I kept in mind that these are not big money movies and in spite of that I was surprised at the acting still being good. You got to remember there is also directing and editing that makes the movie. OH I loved the music. That one song at the end always gets me.

dogbardave (Some comments may be considered a "spoiler.") I watch a lot of movies, mainly videos, and after watching this intense drama, I uttered, "This is one of the best movies I've seen in a long time." AND, I've also seen a number of Christian videos, and this, by far exceeds everything I've seen (FYI: The worst by far (plot, acting, and for editing) is the movie "I Am.") I think the challenge for Christian videos is to deal with the expected conversion scenes, which when seen by the public, can seem a bit embarrassing and appear "cheesy" because it is expected (yet still an outreach goal), the message is well known, and it is very personal. In reality, when people do come to Christ, it's often emotional and "the way" is known, and most of the drama in the whole thing is internal, not the dialogue that people might overhear. Obviously, it's imperative and great for the soul, but for movie making, it might not rate real high because it is so well known.Acting: I was really impressed with the acting of M&M Mac. Clearly, the pain in the family was intense, and it was very honest in portraying how a father's own "demons" can damage and eventually destroy his whole family. (I suppose the same can be said for mom's who have demons.) I think these two actors carried the movie. Sam's character was not as dramatic overall, but the actor had some great acting moments as well. The contrast between visceral pain and "happy pastor" was clear. Perhaps, it's just plain easier to act in pain, than jovial. I dunno...am not an actor. STILL, I thought Sam's character was very well acted, for most movies, and certainly for this film. Sam's wife, was a bit of a flat character (as written), but she acted well and her character acted as an anchor. It's interesting to contrast her role and Mrs. Macs' role. Both were anchors for their families, but with different successes, given the whole environment they lived in. The "conversion scene was well done" and it seemed realistic. The part where the former criminal offender came into the Church (and maybe an earlier scene) were a bit awkward. I'm sure if that happened in real life, it WOULD be awkward...to say the least. But the ending scene with Mac & the grace card was particularly well acted...excellent non dialogue acting.Technical: I think when a drama is done right, you don't notice anything. When it fails, or when it excels, you notice things. I liked the flashback and water in the beginning. Thought: Was there water later in the story similar to the beginning...i.e, sprinkling?? It might be interesting to consider the role of water in this script as it has obvious symbolism in the Bible and in literature. I think the lighting was well done...oppressive and brooding at the Mac's home and bright and cheery...i.e, normal in the Wright's home. The rest seemed just fine and appropriate to this untrained eye. It was great marketing to have Louis Gossett Jr. here, even in a minor role, and he did well providing the back story for the Sam Wright.Plot/Message: Wow. High score to address "head on" racial conflict (mainly) between Blacks / Whites. It was clear that this was not a movie targeted only for the Black or for the White demographic. It certainly seemed that this movie was targeted at both Christian Blacks and Whites, or at least to those same demographics who were familiar with Christianity. While it likely has a deep historical dimension for the SE USA, it also played well outside that region. I thought it was a honest and sensitive approach to this vast and sensitive topic.It looked at this scenario from a Black Church model, and it was interesting to see that side. (It seems Hollywood loves to slam White Christian church models, so THAT gets very old...and it's politically correct and biased. Talk about predictable.) I think this movie does well to show us that while we all seek comfort socially and spiritually, real growth in God comes through "teachers" God plants in front of our faces on a daily basis. I thought the struggles that Sam had were honest and real. It's easy to "play church," but "You (God)desire truth in the innermost being" (Ps.51:6). How do you love someone who hates you w/o cause...just because they don't like your skin color (or the way you look, or dress, or talk, or your house, or your kids, or where you live, or...?). I think this is the power in this movie. You can take it on face value as a Black man trying God's grace to forgive and love a White man with Christ's love, or you can take it a step further that we all have people we hate/dislike/disapprove/look down on, and God demands that we love them, with His love, as His love is blind. My family of 4 were all tearing up at different points in this movie. Very powerful "deep magic."Music: I like Third Day, but when their song came on, it seemed a bit out of sync for the scene, but that may be just me. Toby Mac and Tenth Avenue's contributions were "picture perfect." (All three groups are great performers! Summary: We were all moved by this video, and will likely purchase it. This is an honest look at what it takes to walk in Christ with an honest heart. I think it's a peek at heaven when we do right.