183 of 184 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Best Christian Evangelistic/Action Film I've Seen, January 30, 2007
This review is from: Billy Graham Presents: The Climb (DVD)
I'm giving this film 5 stars because it is in the limited offering "Christian" section; but I would give it 4 stars even stacked up against secular movies with a lot more money spent on production. This movie has everything; an unusual story, beautiful scenery, good acting, comedy, lots of action, heroism, sacrifice, character change and development, biblical values balanced by fairly realistic presentations of non-believers, a touch of racial and cultural tensions, and a clear presentation of the message of Jesus. The Christians show flaws and failings; the non-Christians aren't stereotypes. It's family-clean and doesn't compromise to tell its story, but it tries to stay in touch with the sinful side of life as well.
The rockclimbing story is handled with high production values. As a beginning/intermediate climber, I didn't see anything in the climbing that made me say, "Oh, come on!" Many scenes look authentic and provide thrills and frights. The interaction between the two main characters is believable.
This is just a really good Christian film, even if you know nothing about climbing. Buy it, enjoy it, use it for outreach. It might even inspire you to learn to climb :) ("He is my Rock and my high tower . . .)
Warning: be careful of showing this to young kids. It does have plenty of dangerous scenes, a fight, drinking, and a death. Great for teens, though.
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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Self Examination, May 6, 2007
This review is from: Billy Graham Presents: The Climb (DVD)
This movie caused me to reflect on who I am, where I am going and why. It caused me to examine my motives, morals and faith. The scenery, storie line, actors, and tear-jerking scenes were inspiring. A well done family movie that I am anxious to view again.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great movie..., July 16, 2007
This review is from: Billy Graham Presents: The Climb (DVD)
One man's battle to accept himself. His competitiveness brings him to a place that he needs others in this life. There won't be a dry eye in the house after viewing this dvd. It is a wonderful family movie.
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