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The Book of Ruth: Journey of Faith (2009)
A real journey indeed.
The movie told of a journey of faith of two women. The love and faith they had for a God they could not see was warm. There were moments where things were questioned but, in the long run, their hearts still followed after God.
To me, it was a journey of faith just to get the movie made from the first draft of the script down to the last clip of the film. The entire journey took much longer and much thought than most high dollar films and turned out better as well. Don't stand there mocking the "Ancient of Times" when you don't understand what you can read... hold in your hand.
Fred Griffith was good in the role of Mahlon. Rebecca Holden could not have done a better job in the role of Beth unless she was Beth. Sherry Morris was excellent as Ruth... always giving... following without question, always in support of her mother-in-law Naomi. Eleese Lester was perfect for the role of Naomi... You found yourself crying with her as well as laughing. Dan Haggerty was on a grand scale as Simeon. Lana Wood was exceptional in her role as Tani. Then there is DJ Perry as Benjamin... (there was one scene that I wanted to knock him out) a very believable talent in that role. Carmen made Boaz come to life once again. Christopher Flores was a grand young David - future King of Isreal. Eli was played by Russ Stine. It was the second final role of his life, his first was that as family man and friend. Rest peacefully in the arms of God... you have well earned it.
The entire cast did a class job in portraying the characters they were given. Even those I didn't mention. Job well done y'all...
God bless y'all in everything you do...
The 8th Plague (2006)
Just my point of view
I have been a fan of a couple of the actors in this movie for quite a few years. DJ Perry and Terry Jernigan have done quite a few movies together and the chemistry between the two definitely clicks. In "The 8th Plague" the two of them compliment each other in the movie. Between Terry's insane look in some of the scenes and DJ's seemingly cool ambiance, the other roles take flight into the world of fright. I remember when one of the stars was filming another movie... he commented about how much blood he had to be covered with... I seriously do wonder what he thought about the amount he had to filter off each day during the filming of "The 8th Plague". Maybe some of us can get him to comment about that in his journal that he keeps on his fan's site... DJ Perry FanClub. Just a thought.
As for the movie in whole... I found it to be a cross of sci-fi, horror with a hint of biblical. All in all each performance was pretty believable when you consider the contents of the movie. The scenes flowed well into each other. Even though there were a few times you may have had to question what was happening... if you rewound it a few scenes... you will find that you missed the action only because you got up and went to another room. It is a really good idea to pause the film if you gotta leave the room but let it go back a few scenes to keep yourself caught up with all the action that happens. In some scenes... if you sneeze, you could miss something. I am not a big horror movie fan but, I did enjoy this one. Even though I covered my face with my hands... I still peeked through my fingers because I didn't want to miss anything.
Does it get bloody and gory? You will have to view the movie for yourself to be the judge of that.
Wicked Spring (2002)
and interesting CW view
The war between the States. How many movies have been done about it and not until "Wicked Spring" have we seen that particular view. A rather interesting view of the Civil War at that.
"Wicked Spring" begins like most other Civil War movies but seems to center on two individuals. One from the North side of the war and the other from the South side of the war. It isn't very hard to tell them apart either.
What happens sometime during one of the battles is where the story really begins. A few Yankees get separated from their unit and find a campfire with a few Rebels sitting by it. Both sides are lost. What happens from there is like a neverending story. A side to the Civil War that most of us would like to believe it was really like. Friendships form under some of the most unusual circumstances every once in a while and, this was just one of those times.
Brian Merrick was a true Southern gentleman who didn't have much of an education but was willing to make new friends and give a helping hand where the need was.
DJ Perry was the Northern soldier was humble in heart and found the camp so that he could help his fellow soldier who was injured.
A friendship formed from the embers of the campfire as the one read the letters of the others sweetheart. A really very special moment in time. Neither one judging the other but, each offering a helping hand of what the other needed.
The end of "Wicked Spring" didn't exactly end like you would have expected it to but... THAT WAS WAR!!! I really enjoyed the very human side to a not so humane war. Be prepared to have a pile of hankies... and don't be a scat cat to admit it.
Ghost Town: The Movie (2007)
Well done!
"GHOST TOWN: The Movie" is a real lift of entertainment from an independent film. If it was left up to me as to what awards to nominate this film for... I would have nominated them for Sound Effects, Screenplay as well as Set Design. Of course I would have to put some of them in the Best Actor/Actress and Best Support, Music Score roles as well and still leave the three original nominations in.
When I saw the film, I was totally thrilled by the storyline and the way the plot had flowed. I just watch movies and I know what I like. If I have to put the movie in the same category as any movie... I would have to put it in with "AIR FORCE ONE" which happens to be my most favorite movie.
The role that Tammy Teaster plays is very essential to the movie as it shows what gives incentive to what makes the main character tick.
The music ties each and every scene together really tight. My hat is off to Dennis Therrian. I have been a fan of his movie scores since "AN ORDINARY KILLER".
The cast is a strong cast and they give life to each character that they portray and their performance will withstand the sands of time. It will be wonderful to have it come out on DVD really soon but, it needs to be seen on the big screen as well...
An Ordinary Killer (2003)
So surreal!
I was at the world premiere in Owosso and was thrilled with it. Now that I have viewed the official release, I have found it to be truly excellent. The performance given by the entire cast. It was truly on the mark and very warming. Each actor and actress portrayed their characters very strongly. I believe that the DVD was better than the premiere. I was happy at that time, now I am thrilled. I want to spit out a spoiler but I won't. I will leave that to someone else. To Tony Hornus I say, "Job well done. You wrote it well. As well as directing it well." To the cast I say, "Way to go. You guys took a true story to the limits." I hope you all get to go to the Oscar's with this one. And if not the Oscar's... maybe the Emmy's when it gets seen on the tube.