Soul on Fire

This was a captivating film that started with a kid who didn't know any better. While he wasn't expected to survive, he made the most of his life once he recovered. The characters were well developed. I enjoyed this film immensely. I hope that viewers of this film will take away the right ideas - don't play with fire and make the most of your life, whatever it throws at you.

I really enjoy Christian films although it always gets me how I am usually the only one in the theatre. This movie about the courage of John O'Leary who suffered an almost total body burn and yet overcame to become an amazing inspiration to all who have suffered. Joel Courtney is wonderful as O'Leary and he captures his spirit, faith and courage. William Macy also does a great job as sportscaster Jack Buck who befriended O'Leary. Anyone who has ever suffered in their life should see this amazing film and realize that you can go on and that there is always a tomorrow. Two thumbs up and I hope EVERYBODY gets a chance to see this film.

9 year old John O'Leary sets himself and his family home on fire. He isn't given much of a chance after burning 100% of his body. This is a biopic. I've never heard of John O'Leary. It's a fine inspirational story, but it is also very by-the-book. He's a young boy and that elicits a lot of sympathy. The fire generates emotions by the siblings. I do like some of the recovery. I don't know Jack Buck. It may be helpful to give him a better introduction. The more compelling part is actually the romance. This is fine.

From the old bald guy: Very enjoyable and life-affirming. William H. Macy's interpretation of old Jack Buck is one of the centerpieces of this film. John Corbett's performance as John O'Leary's father is even more resonant. All the performances here were spot on. The pacing was excellent. The underlying truths of all this even more so. THere was a lot to take in here and I enjoyed every minute of it,

Joel Courtney who played the burn victim, John O' Leary played his part very well as did young James McCracken who played young John. William H Macy performed a very believable Cardinals play by play announcer. John Corbett was very good as Dennis O'Leary, John's father.

This is definitely a tear jerker so bring plenty of tissues. It was nice seeing John O' Leary in the movie and please make sure you stick around after the movie for plenty of pictures of the actual O'Leary family as the years went by.