I don't care for politics when I watch a movie. If anything, I can appreciate a story that shows balanced perspectives from both angles. Complexity and nuanced character driven plot lines, and along with great character development, is what makes for a great story - and this has none of those elements. This movie felt like an episode of Grey's Anatomy, except made far-right. It comes across as very preachy and it's truly cringe worthy. I don't like Grey's Anatomy far left preaching either, but this one is no better. Also, the production of this film felt like a Lifetime network or Hallmark movie, which might explain the fitting title. It's nauseating acting and story line, in a family where everyone is just all "hunky dory" and just need to "keep faith." I'm glad that Kirk Cameron has strong religious beliefs that work for him - that's great. Just stop pushing your beliefs on others and focus on making just really great films that make you think and evoke great emotion. This one was neither a great or even good film, and one that will bore you to sleep. Do yourself a favor and watch a re-run of Growing Pains or a Hallmark Christmas movie instead.
Review of Lifemark
