Christmas with a Capital C - Christmas Movie

MOVIE REVIEW

Christmas with a Capital C

Network: GMC - Gospel Music Channel

Original Air Date: December 5, 2010

CAST:

Ted McGinley ... Dan Reed
Daniel Baldwin ... Mitch Bright
Nancy Stafford ... Kristen Reed
Brad Stine ... Greg Reed
Linné Bardarson ... Waldorf
Diane Benson ... Federal Judge
Jessica Busbee ... Josie
David Cuddy ... Coach Larry
Frank Delaney ... Joe Diggs
Francesca Derosa ... Makayla Reed
Ron Holmstrom ... Rev. Tiller
Barbara Hopkins-Cox ... Mrs. Williams
Bradford Jackson ... Young Attorney
Karen Lauer ... Willa Rainwater
Jerry MacDonnell ... Statler





 

PLOT:

from Wikipedia:

Christmas has always been a exceptional time of love and tradition in the small town of Trapper Falls, Alaska. Hometown of Mayor Dan Reed (Ted McGinley) looks forward to each year with enthusiasm to all the events, friends and family that fill this special season. Together with his brother Greg (Brad Stine), they dedicate time away from their adventure tour company to drape the town is Christmas cheer.

When Dan's old high school rival Mitch Bright (Daniel Baldwin) returns home after 20 years, Dan is immediately suspicious. Mitch is a highly successful big city lawyer who has never wanted anything to do with Trapper Falls. The rivalry re-ignites when Mitch takes offense to seeing the town's flagrant violation of the constitution's Establishment clause. Mitch wants the Nativity scene removed from the front of City hall and more importantly the word Christmas switched to Happy Holidays on all signs.

Fifty years of tradition are now challenged not by an outsider but a former member of the community. As the conflict escalates it goes beyond one persons opinion but magnifies into an entire town problem when Mitch enters into the mayoral race to have Dan replaced.

In the heat of the legal battle and facing certain defeat, Dan's wife Kristen (Nancy Stafford) and their daughter Makayla (Francesca Derosa) wanting to show the true meaning of Christmas are inspired to launch a "Christmas with a Capital C" campaign as an effort to keep the town together.

In doing so they discover the secret behind Mitch's return but also reminds all of Trapper Falls that with the arrival of God's Son, peace on earth and good will was to be given to all; even those whose heart seem closed to him.

 



Movie Review:

This isn't your typical Christmas movie about Santa Claus or Reindeers, etc. This movie is actually about Christ!

Christmas with a Capital C is remarkable. All Christians should see this powerful and amazing film that shows Christians standing up for what they believe in. When Mitch Bright returns to his hometown he begins stirring up all kinds of trouble for his old high school rival, Dan Reed, who is the Town's Mayor and married to the woman Mitch also wanted. Now Mitch has decided to attack all Christians and their beliefs starting with Christmas and removing the town's nativity display that has stood in the town's square for many many years. Dan, as the mayor, is determined not to give up his beliefs and save the nativity display. It becomes increasingly harder to do when Mitch decides to run against Dan, for Mayor.

The Reed family stands even stronger together in their faith. Dan's brother, Greg, is very passionate about his Christian beliefs regarding Christmas and is quite vocal about his opinions wherever he is. He also gets his sweet niece Makayla involved, by having her dress up as an angel and sing Christmas Carols on the empty site where the nativity display should be. Mitch takes offense to this, as well, and has the police remove them.

Eventually, Dan's wife Kristen, and her daughter Makayla decide Christmas is about loving and giving to one another and sharing the love of Christ, instead of it being about a wooden display. They start showing Christ's love by giving to others and Makayla decides to bake Mitch some cookies. From there a secret is eventually revealed and everything begins to unravel one thread at a time.

It's a very intriguing family Christmas movie from beginning to end. Our family loved it!


See or Skip:

See, inspiring Christmas Movie that puts Christ back in Christmas!

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Courageous from Fireproof to Fatherhood

There's a new movie being made by Sherwood Pictures. They are the creators of Flywheel, Facing the Giants, and Fireproof.
Here is some Information about this new movie, below from Courageous the Movie Facebook:

From the Creators of FIREPROOF...


Four men, one calling: To serve and protect.


As law enforcement officers, Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, and their partners are confident and focused. They willingly stand up to the worst the world can offer. Yet when they take off their badges at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood.


While they consistently give their best on the job, good enough seems to be all they can muster as dads. But they’re quickly discovering that their standard is missing the mark.


They know that God desires to turn the hearts of fathers to their children, but their children are beginning to drift further and further away from them. Will they be able to find a way to serve and protect those that are most dear to them?


When tragedy hits home, these men are left wrestling with their hopes, their fears, their faith, and their fathering. Can a newfound urgency help these dads draw closer to God … and to their children?


Courageous is the fourth release of Sherwood Pictures, the moviemaking ministry of Sherwood Church in Albany, Georgia. Their first release since FIREPROOF, the No. 1 independent film of 2008, Courageous joins Facing the Giants and Flywheel in touching and impacting lives through heartfelt stories of faith and hope.


Moviegoers will again find themselves crying, laughing, and cheering—sometimes simultaneously—as they are inspired by everyday heroes who long to be the kinds of dads that make a lifelong impact on their children.


Protecting the streets is second nature to these law enforcement officers. Raising their children? That will take courage.


Courageous … honor begins at home.




Courageous
In Theaters 2011
CourageoustheMovie.com

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I look forward to seeing this movie, as our family has enjoyed and been encouraged by all of the other Movies by Sherwood Pictures: Flywheel, Facing the Giants, and Fireproof.

God bless them and be with them as they work on this new Production to encourage Fathers.

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Hidden Secrets starring John Schneider, Staci Keanan, Corin Nemec, & More

MOVIE REVIEW

Hidden Secrets

Christian Movie starring John Schneider, Staci Keanan, David A.R. White, Tracey Melchoir, Corin Nemec, and Reginald VelJohnson

CAST:

John Schneider ... Gary Zimmerman
David A.R. White ... Jeremy Evans
Staci Keanan ... Rachel Wilson
Corin Nemec ... Michael Stover
Tracy Melchior ... Sherry Hayden
Reginald VelJohnson ... Norman Wexler
Gregg Binkley ... Harold Mirfin
Autumn Paul ... Rhonda Mirfin
Rachael Lampa ... Sally Hemmings
Sean Sedgwick ... Anthony DeMeo
Brad Heller ... Joey
Jason Borck ... Christopher Hayden
Kerry Lynne McHugh ... Waitress
Thurman Dalrymple ... Big Fan

PLOT:

from Hidden Secrets - The Movie Web-site:

What if your deepest secret were suddenly exposed? Nine friends discover just how explosive it can be when their past becomes their present.

Reunited at the funeral of hometown hero Chris Hayden, the friends find tensions escalating rapidly as their darkest secrets are revealed. Jeremy (David A.R. White-"Mercy Streets"), struggling with his calling as a former youth pastor, is caught in an awkward love triangle between his new fiancée and his old flame Sherry (Tracey Melchoir-"Bold and Beautiful"). As the embers of the past relationship reignite, Jeremy’s fiancée Rachel (Stacey Keanan-"Step by Step"), who is determined to solidify their relationship, demands he affirm his commitment to her.

Meanwhile, Gary (John Schneider- "Dukes of Hazzard", "Smallville", "Come Dance at my Wedding") questions everyone’s beliefs as this close-knit group of friends disputes world views, lifestyles, and personal passions. Pastor Wexler (Reginald Vel Johnson-"Family Matters") encourages them not to give up but to follow the truth that Chris Hayden lived.

Hidden Secrets is a story of love, friendship, redemption and ultimately faith. Humorous, touching and always entertaining.

Movie Review:

This Movie has a Strong Christian Message that deals with many Questions of Faith and areas of Sin. Hidden Secrets is Interesting and Intriging, and often reminds me of a Hallmark Channel Movie, however... I would not recommend this for family viewing. Why? The movie opens dark and mysteriously, with a man writing a letter. Quickly we learn that this is to be a suicide note, and we see a man put a gun to his head- he does not go through with it due to a phone call just then by a friend... letting him know another dear friend, Chris, has just passed away. From then on, Old Friends gather together to say goodbye to Chris, and deal with their past sins, friendships, and relationships. Questions arise continuously about Faith and Forgiveness.

There are deep questions and confrontations about Faith, Sin, Abortion, Homosexuality, etc... however, there are great lighthearted moments, too. There is an old love story between a couple of the friends who parted years ago, yet it is obvious to see, in spite of him bringing his girlfriend of two years to the funeral, that there are still strong and unresolved feelings between the two.

The men in the group of friends think they can roof the house and one man ends up falling off the house and fortunately, into some bushes. He is sore, but only has some bad scratches.

Another fun moment... they go to a Thrift Store to buy Retro-Style clothes and that night, they go dancing at a restaurant/bar that has a Retro Dance Night. 3 of the guys even end up on stage singing! Unfortunately, the handsome John Schneider wasn't one of them - I know he has a beautiful voice! He was a great member of this cast and made all the characters feel real and lively! It's a Terrific Thought - Provoking Christian film for Mature Teens and Adults.



See or Skip:

See, it's a good Christian Movie.

*This Movie is NOT for Children.

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Letters to God - theater movie

This sounds like a deeply moving and inspiring movie... for Families, Christians, and those questioning their Faith...

Stars:

Robyn Lively, Jeffrey Johnson, Bailee Madison, Maree Cheatham, Tanner Maguire, Michael Bolten, Ralph Waite and more...


Official Web-site for Movie:


http://www.letterstogodthemovie.com/



This portion of an article that refers to Ralph Waite, John from The Waltons, truly touched me:


“Letters to God” shows the truth about the real-life Tyler, who lost his battle with cancer. Kim Dawson (producer) said Tyler “did the Lord’s work” and even on the set his example changed lives. Ralph Waite, who portrayed a neighbor helping Tyler cope and who played the father in “The Waltons” TV show, “broke down” during filming, Dawson said. Waite lost a 9-year-old daughter 50 years ago.


“He blamed God for her loss,” Dawson said.

Waite, 81, a Yale Divinity School graduate, went back to church for the first time in all those years because of his experience making “Letters to God,” the producer said.


Read the rest of this article, here:


http://www.decaturdaily.com/detail/54897.html




:: Synopsis from


http://www.allmovieportal.com/m/2010_Letters_to_God.html

A heartfelt tale of inspiration, hope and redemption, “Letters to God” is the story of what happens when one boy’s walk of faith crosses paths with one man’s search for meaning—the resulting transformational journey touches the lives of everyone around them.


Tyler Doherty (TANNER MAGUIRE) is an extraordinary eight-year-old boy. Surrounded by a loving family and community, and armed with the courage of his faith, he faces his daily battle against cancer with bravery and grace. To Tyler, God is a friend, a teacher and the ultimate pen pal—Tyler’s prayers take the form of letters, which he composes and mails on a daily basis.


The letters find their way into the hands of Brady McDaniels (JEFFREY S.S. JOHNSON), a beleaguered postman standing at a crossroads in his life. At first, he is confused and conflicted over what to do with the letters. But the decision he ultimately makes becomes a testament to the quiet power of one boy’s shining spirit and unshakeable faith.


Inspired by a true story, “Letters to God” is an intimate, moving and often funny story about the galvanizing effect one child’s belief can have on his family, friends and community.

This Movie comes to Theaters - April 9th, 2010