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Reviews
The Miracle Maker (1999)
Good story, excellent detail in animation
This was an enjoyable movie from beginning to end. My husband and I caught part of it by accident when our Tivo recorded the wrong thing. We were so engrossed in the story that we had to find it and watch the rest. Luckily, I recognized Ralph Fiennes' voice, so we were able to track it down and buy the movie.
The quality of the audio (5.1) and the animation was incredible. I was especially impressed by the expressions on the characters' faces, especially in their eyes. It was like we were watching real people, not animation.
We recommend you check it out if you get the chance; we're even thinking of getting it as gifts for friends and family.
The Passion of the Christ (2004)
You experience this movie
I've watched a lot of movies, but I experienced this one.
Throughout the movie, I found myself gripping the arm rests and crying a river (soaking a total of 5 five kleenex!)
Why? Was it because I am a Christian and this is propaganda that I herald? Was it because I felt sorry for the man who was being beaten? Or was it because I am a mindless person who is easily impacted?
No...none of these reasons are why I was drawn to the screen. Rather, I saw the reality of what really happened two thousand years ago. Believe it or not: it is a powerful story. A man--claiming he is the son of God--who willingly gives his life up for others. But what this movie shows is that it was more than just giving up of life, but also a surrender to long hours of torture, mockery, and betrayal from people that you love. And yet, at the end, forgiveness is given and bitterness is crushed.
Beyond that, I am a believer who has been healed by that blood of Jesus of a serious illness. I've quoted, "By His stripes, I am healed" more times than I can count...but for the first time in my life, I really understand what that means. I don't take it lightly any longer. Tears well up in my eyes when I understand what the love behind that bloody sacrifice. He is the God who came near. He has been through all the tests and trials we will ever face.
As for the violence, I've watched the Sopranos and many gangster movies. This is not any worse...it's just a different type of violence. Don't let anyone tell you what to think: see it for yourself and then make a decision.