A Marine who becomes a high school coach takes a legal stand to defend freedom and religious liberty for everyone.A Marine who becomes a high school coach takes a legal stand to defend freedom and religious liberty for everyone.A Marine who becomes a high school coach takes a legal stand to defend freedom and religious liberty for everyone.
Liam Askew
- Chris
- (as Liam Montgomery)
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Joe Kennedy made a major difference in our history
It's interesting to note that there are usually critics of movies that don't make sense.
Did they truly consider the plot and context of the story that was presented?
Joe Kennedy is interviewed in the beginning and shares with the audience about some aspects of his life.
It is not always funny and can be painful to see what took place.
It seems that there is significant reason not to change it to fit someone's opinion that may not deal with facts.
I appreciate Mr. Kennedy and his family allowing their story to be told and the legal aspects explained for religious expression in our country. It was difficult for them, and he made the effort to be a fighter because of God influencing him. That is what he said and I believe him.
There are some lighthearted moments. I enjoyed seeing the backstory behind the headlines that I was familiar with.
The football coaching was character training for the team. They supported his example, but he didn't force his prayer on them.
I would hesitate to consider a review that protests so much as if the movie goer can't make his own decision.
Did they truly consider the plot and context of the story that was presented?
Joe Kennedy is interviewed in the beginning and shares with the audience about some aspects of his life.
It is not always funny and can be painful to see what took place.
It seems that there is significant reason not to change it to fit someone's opinion that may not deal with facts.
I appreciate Mr. Kennedy and his family allowing their story to be told and the legal aspects explained for religious expression in our country. It was difficult for them, and he made the effort to be a fighter because of God influencing him. That is what he said and I believe him.
There are some lighthearted moments. I enjoyed seeing the backstory behind the headlines that I was familiar with.
The football coaching was character training for the team. They supported his example, but he didn't force his prayer on them.
I would hesitate to consider a review that protests so much as if the movie goer can't make his own decision.
So divisive ?
It was not a great movie in the sense of artistic merit. It was put together well and the unknown actors did a good job, even though you could tell it may have been low budget. The message was sound. Apparently some folks don't like the defending freedom story. But, we always find the "based on a true story" movies worth the time. We enjoyed it.
Great movie!
I'm not sure why the reviews are so low on this movie? It's a really well-made, well acted and interesting movie. I'm glad I did not let the negative reviews discourage me from watching it. I loved it.
It's very challenging to find a movie that is clean and actually has meaning behind it. This is a heartwarming and authentic movie about standing in faith, the power of prayer and a life without compromise. I also appreciated the authenticity of the pitfalls and imperfection of Joe's life. It was all very relatable. The way the story was told was also interesting where they were interviewing Joe and his wife.
It's very challenging to find a movie that is clean and actually has meaning behind it. This is a heartwarming and authentic movie about standing in faith, the power of prayer and a life without compromise. I also appreciated the authenticity of the pitfalls and imperfection of Joe's life. It was all very relatable. The way the story was told was also interesting where they were interviewing Joe and his wife.
Low Ratings means Liberal Haters reviewed
Great story! Why do people hate just because they don't agree with you? The rating scale of 1's vs 10's is quite telling. Each time I see such an extremely difference of opinions, I'm curious. Seems odd, right? Are there ratings feelings or true movie reviews??
The movie was NOT a one star. I've seen plenty of one star movies- this isn't it. Good acting and Good story.
I seriously wish the reviews did not need to be so lengthy. We read them and get what we need without 1,000,000 words
All true stories turned into movies have some fluff. If you or anyone you care about was in the military this movie makes sense. It's worth the 90 mins for sure. Haters gonna hate.
The movie was NOT a one star. I've seen plenty of one star movies- this isn't it. Good acting and Good story.
I seriously wish the reviews did not need to be so lengthy. We read them and get what we need without 1,000,000 words
All true stories turned into movies have some fluff. If you or anyone you care about was in the military this movie makes sense. It's worth the 90 mins for sure. Haters gonna hate.
Don't believe the bad reviews!
It is obvious to me, reading the bad reviews, that some people are more interested in hating Christians and all we stand for than in giving honest opinions based on the merit of the film itself. Christian films have come a long way over the years and I have been right there with them rooting them on! This was one of the best films, Christian or not, that I have seen. It was very creative in the approach to the filmaking and I found the story itself very well presented. The actors did a superb job and I found them engaging and very believable. No matter what your take on the real story, I believe the means the writers and director used to convey the story was refreshing and highly entertaining. I would recommend this movie to anyone regardless of their believe in God.
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- Обычный Джо
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Box office
- Gross US & Canada
- $2,106,965
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $1,142,467
- Oct 13, 2024
- Gross worldwide
- $2,106,965
- Runtime
- 1h 40m(100 min)
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