Truly Dreadful Film

Let's be realistic.

A brilliant film that helped define a genre

Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.

A girl's Christian Academy hires a new track coach and Allee Sutton Hethcoat has her own ideas about training a cross country team to win over the long haul distance. Apparently the parents think that their daughters ought to be sprinting like Flo Jo. They want Hethcoat canned and the principal is ready to do it.The film even without the Christian auspices is a nice study of what it takes to train a track team. But as this is a Christian film of course it will have certain parameters.The theme of the film is the Bible verse Corinthians 10:31 about doing your best and giving God the glory. I'm not against that, but does it have to be done so publicly?A nice film, but restricted to church audiences.

For a sport's fan give this movie a 7/10 for trusting your coach. As a Christian, add a star for trusting God. The movie is very clean. I would not hesitate to let an eight year old watch this movie. The PG rating is nonsense. The reference to drug use (weed) is positive in context.

I am so glad Dave Christiano came out with another movie. I watched this movie on DVD today with my wife and we both Loved it. Remember The Goal is a movie that you can bring the whole family to, regardless of their age and not worry about something being said that is inappropriate. I love the lessons about: 1. How God values you as a person; 2. How drugs are bad for you; 3. How to remain humble; 4. The importance of obeying your parents vs your friends; and 5. Not giving into peer pressure. 1 Cor. 10:31 (NLT) Whatever you eat or drink or whatever you do, you must do all for the glory of God. Thanks again Dave for creating another great movie, you are continuing to hit Home Runs!!! If anyone is looking for similar movies to purchase, go to Christianfilms.com.

Dave Christiano has made an enjoyable, heartfelt and inspiring film that speaks to teens, parents, coaches, and even those who may just work with young people. It's also not afraid to go beyond just being entertaining, and addresses issues confronting teens in this day and age, and provides lessons that can be learned from, but it does that in a way that is seamless, not a "smacked over-the-head" presentation. The story and cast are quite enjoyable, as is the cinematography and soundtrack. I write a faith-based film column and I can honestly say this will easily be one of my favorite films. Once you've seen this, do yourself a favor and go find one of the many other fine films from Dave and Rich Christiano.