Amazon.com: Into Temptation: Kristin Chenoweth, Jeremy Sisto, Brian Baumgartner, Patrick Coyle: Amazon Instant Video

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Synopsis: John Buerlein (Jeremy Sisto, "Law & Order") is the overworked, underpaid pastor at St. Mary Magdalene's Catholic Church. His quiet world turns upside down when a beautiful call girl, Linda (Kristin Chenoweth, Four Christmases) confesses that she is going to kill herself on her birthday, in less than a month. In search of this mysterious woman, John is drawn into a dark labyrinth of the city's sex shops, peep shows and brothels.

Starring: Kristin Chenoweth, Jeremy Sisto

Supporting actors: Brian Baumgartner

Directed by: Patrick Coyle

Runtime: 1 hour 36 minutes

Release year: 2009

Studio: First Look Studios

ASIN: B002UIEM7W (Rental) and B002UIGMYS (Purchase)

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Rental rights: 48 hour viewing period Details

Purchase rights: Stream instantly and download to 2 locations. Details

Compatible with: Mac and Windows PC online viewing, compatible instant streaming devices, TiVo DVRs. System requirements

Format: Amazon Instant Video (streaming online video and digital download)

Theatrical Release Information

US Theatrical Release Date: October 27, 2009

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, thought-provoking, and witty, October 27, 2009

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MC (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Into Temptation (DVD)

This is one of those rare films that creatively blends a serious, potentially depressing topic, with smart dialogue, heart-warming characters, and a sense of humor that draws you into the film. If you like to have everything all tidy and sewn up for you at the end of a movie, then this may not be for you. But if you enjoy a movie that leaves you wanting more and invites you to engage in conversations with your fellow viewers, then you will love this movie. I was also very impressed with how deftly the script, and the acting, managed to create characters that avoided being what could easily have been time-worn stereotypes, and instead made them realistically complex and inspiring.

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25 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Do You See the World as a Glass Half Full or Half Empty?, October 18, 2009

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SSD "film fan" (St. Paul, MN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Into Temptation (DVD)

The opening scene for "Into Temptation", a leap back in time for the character played by Kristin Chenoweth, may break your heart. This suspenseful movie introduces us to a variety of inner-city characters, foremost of whom is Father John, priest of a poor parish church that is still serving as their lifelong support for older members of its congregation. However, there is a world of trouble for many inside and outside its doors. Father John finds himself confronting, and ultimately becoming a part of the seedier side of life in his driven and frantic quest to save a life. Your reaction at the end of this film will answer the above question for you.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful and compelling character-driven movie, October 28, 2009

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This review is from: Into Temptation (DVD)

"Into Temptation" is one of those movies that I will watch again to get the other hidden meanings underlying the story, and this is a complex tale that explores myriad issues. Jeremy Sisto plays a Catholic priest in a poor parish, Father John who hears a disturbing confession from a troubled woman, prostitute Linda (Kristin Chenoweth). Linda relates her sexual abuse at the age of 12 by her stepfather, and other intimate details before proclaiming her intent to kill herself on her birthday. Instead of granting her absolution, John tries to get more details from Linda (who does not identify herself in the confessional, and the only thing John glimpses is her crucifix and the sound of her unique sultry voice) but she leaves suddenly, and John is left feeling tormented and guilty, obsessed with finding her and helping her before its too late.

There are basically two main parallel story lines, as John's harried attempts to find Linda plays alongside Linda's methodical approach to her birthday and its significance. John's search for Linda is tinged with humor as he finds himself exploring some rather dubious areas, such as the red light district and a porn establishment. This predictably lands him in trouble with the Archbishop, and his one ally in the church is another priest, Fr Ralph (Brain Baumgartner) from a more affluent parish. John's relationship with his fellow parishioners are also explored, especially with a jobless African American man who is enlisted in the search efforts for Linda. Both Jeremy Sisto and Kristin Chenoweth bring a measure of depth and credibility to their respective roles and the rest of the cast are also well-played.

I felt this was a sad movie - there is some sporadic humor throughout, but what was heartbreaking to watch was the empty soul that is Linda, a damaged soul who is quite certain she wishes to end it all, and who reflects that she would write a suicide note, but who would read it? The beginning of the movie has a group of children at first communion, and the ending of the movie features the same scene but with elaboration, and I have to say that this last scene in the movie neatly tied up all that the movie was - and it packs one heck of an emotional wallop. This is a compelling movie that explores issues of faith, redemption, and absolution. Highly recommended!

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