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Road to Redemption
  

Road to Redemption (2001)

Starring: Pat Hingle, Johnny Meyer Director: Robert Vernon (II) Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Format: DVD
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)


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  • Actors: Pat Hingle, Johnny Meyer, Julie Condra, Leo Rossi (II), Jay Underwood
  • Directors: Robert Vernon (II)
  • Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Ross Records
  • DVD Release Date: December 4, 2001
  • Run Time: 90 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005AVZX
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #68,813 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)
  • For more information about "Road to Redemption" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

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Christian comedy Road to Redemption has a lot going for it, including a cute concept, sharp comic direction, and a winning cast bound to give the film crossover appeal to secular audiences. A financially strapped couple, Amanda (Julie Condra) and Alan (Jay Underwood), "borrow" $250,000 from Amanda's mobster boss, Santoro (Leo Rossi), and bet it all on a racehorse that doesn't come through. Terrified of Santoro's wrath, Amanda goes in search of her wealthy grandfather, Nathan (Pat Hingle), who is in ill health but agrees to give her the money if she'll go fishing with him in Montana--more than a thousand miles away. Meanwhile, Alan is forced by Santoro to accompany an enforcer, Vincent (Tony Longo), and a tracker (Wes Studi) to catch up with Amanda and get the cash. The latter situation yields a lot of laughs, especially through feckless Alan's unlikely friendship with Vincent, with whom he bonds over eight-track recordings of David Cassidy's greatest hits. Amanda and Nathan are also funny together but have many poignant experiences as well, including Nathan's gentle explanations about the comfort he takes in his relationship with God. Writer-director Robert Vernon makes it all crackling entertainment with a real heart. --Tom Keogh

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very funny and moving, April 25, 2004
By J. Botha "claude777" (Melbourne, Australia.) - See all my reviews
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It's always a risk to buy a DVD sight unseen, but I bought this gem based on some reviews I've read and the fact that it's made by Worldwide Pictures who have produced some great movies (Vow to Cherish, Something to sing about).

Road to Redemption tells of a young couple Amanda Tucker (the lovely Julie Condra) and Alan Fischer (Jay Underwood) who are sick of struggling along financially so "borrow" some money from Amanda's boss who also happens to be a Mob boss, along with the money comes racing tips for some fixed races so off they go to the racing track. All does not go to plan and Amanda finds herself having to leave town to track down her Grandfather Nathan (Pat Hingle) in order to hit him up for some cash so she can pay back her boss.

There are some excellent performances put in by the lead actors as well as the supporting mobsters Tony Longo as Vincent the enforcer is very amusing as it Wes Studi as Frank Lightfoot. There are some real funny set pieces in this film and some of it reminded me of the also excellent Dumb and Dumber (minus the crudeness).

Road to Redemption is a family friendly comedy with real heart. It's extremely amusing and a joy to watch. It also very moving and touching as well as Amanda gets to know her Grandfather and learns about what is most important in life. I recommend it whole-heartily for anyone needing a good laugh and it's refreshingly free from smut, foul language and jokes made in bad taste.

Enjoy this film and thanks for reading.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars A story about the Relationship that Really Matters, April 19, 2001
By RNB (San Antonio, Texas United States) - See all my reviews
Road to Redemption is dubed as a comedy movie. Although the comedy part of the movie, allowed a chuckle now and then. The movie made a bigger hit in it's message. A young girl living with her lover works for a Mob boss. She and her lover in get in trouble by talknig illegal money mailed to her boss. Financially dry, she and her lover blow it on fixed horse racing bets. When they loose all the money, she travels to her meet her rich retired grandfather, who by the way has not seen her since she was a little girl. He agrees to give her the money owed under one condition. That she takes him fishing. Off they go cross country, with the mob at their heels, and her lover who turns eventually out to be her traitor. The theme is no doubt directed towards a grandfather who wanted to start a new relationship with his granddaugther, who is only intrested in getting the money she needs. A Good story, with a God inspired message, a good dvd for all young and old.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Is the Mob after you? God can handle it!, April 30, 2003
By shoutgrace "savedbyhisgrace" (Charleston, WV United States) - See all my reviews
This is one Christian film that lots of people will enjoy. I mean believers in Christ and non-believers. It's a great insight on following the road to Christ. It's about a couple, Amanda (Julie Condra) and Alan (Jay Underwood) who found stolen mob money. They decide to gamble the money on horse racing and lose the money. The gangsters find out about this and go after the couple. The grandaughter, Amanda seeks the help of her wealthy grandpa Nathan (Pat Hingle) for the money she needs to pay back the mob. But grandpa has plans. It seems he "got religion" and is willing to give her the money. But she has to drive him to visit his favorite fishing hole some 800 miles away. There are some breathe-taking scenes of Utah. So they're all on the run from the mob and along the way learn a valuable lesson of choices and consequences. In the meantime, God gets Amanda's attention and God gives the mob a run for their money. The movie is rated PG for thematic elements and mild violent content, but still a clean Christian movie. It's advised that very young children shouldn't view this. For older teens and adults may find a lesson to be learned that doing something you know is wrong can only get you into deeper trouble. Billy Graham's 'Road to Redemption' is really a great movie with a great message to lead those to Christ.
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4.0 out of 5 stars road to redemption
this movie is billed as funny, I disagree, it is a more serious drama with a little humor- very little. But it is worth watching
Published 6 months ago by T. A. Collins-Niemeyer

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic film!
I wasn't sure what to expect with this film because so many Christian films have such second-rate scripting and acting. But this film was terrific! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Spaz

2.0 out of 5 stars Overrated by Amazon reviewers
I bought this DVD based soley on the positive reviews I read here at Amazon.com. I'm always looking for good family entertainment and this sounded like a winner, but we were... Read more
Published 9 months ago by H. Owsley

5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and heart tugging
This was a very funny movie and is such that the whole family can safely watch.
Published 11 months ago by Thomas Anders

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Movie, everyone should see it
Excellent movie, it shows in simple word what is important in life. wish it had spanish audio.
Published 23 months ago by Mario.

5.0 out of 5 stars For All Ages
A neat story about all of us, really. The lives we live apart from God, and the life we can live when we become one of his.
Published 23 months ago by Linn

5.0 out of 5 stars Billy Graham has
the best dvds. This one has it all. Redemption, family reconcilation, and lots of laughs. A young woman is in trouble and needs to find money fast. Read more
Published on July 16, 2007 by Michelle Polk

3.0 out of 5 stars Cheesy, but good.
The overall theme and message of this movie is great, but the action gets a little cheesy at times. Don't let this discourage you, however, it is a worthwhile film.
Published on January 5, 2007 by Strider

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome entertaining entertaining comedy with a message
This is simply one the best movies I've seen in a very long time.
I wasn't expecting much when I sat down to watch but was surprised how much I was moved watching it. Read more
Published on November 30, 2005 by Brett Binder

5.0 out of 5 stars This movie is really great!
We had movie night this past Sunday at church, and I have to tell you that this movie really moved within the church. Read more
Published on March 19, 2003 by F. Ramirez

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