I won't be a plot spoiler but let me say that it portrayed alcoholism in a way that I am familiar with. In fact, some of this movie churned my stomach in a way that made me say to myself "This is just a movie".
I thought this movie provided a great look at what is lost with alcoholism but what also can be found again through redemption. Isn't that what recovery is about in a way: how we can redeem ourselves through God's grace.
As an aside it was neat to hear the name of a well known AA founder mentioned during the movie. See if you pick up on that.
Have a good Saturday. I am at the state Al-Anon conference this weekend. More on that tomorrow.
Jeff Bridges has a little independent theater near me, and is frequently in town. He gives a lot back to the area in time and money. He is a good guy.
ReplyDeleteI hope to see that movie soon - you sealed the deal for me.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and aloha and happy convention!!!
Just catching up on all your answers. What an interesting idea. You're very centered. I wonder what your life was like before, what had you walking through Alanon's doors. If you do another Q&A, I have a few more questions.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the movie review! Our convention is next weekend..I hope to make at least part of it.
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I got the deer hunter theme spinning in my head.
ReplyDeleteps LOU SUBDURAL if you're reading this I cannot comment on your blog!! It is too slow and the box never comes up!
Crazy Heart is a movie I'd like to see.
ReplyDeleteI recently saw The Hangover and I give it a hearty Thumbs Down! I thought the premise was interesting but after that, what a terrible movie with sub-standard acting.
Have a good weekend.
I am really looking forward to seeing that - glad you were able to see it. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm waiting to see this myself so didn't read a further word of your blog!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a movie Mr. Steve and I might like. Thanks for the "heads up".
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Redemption is a awesome process.
ReplyDeleteI have been away and out of the blog loop for a bit so just starting to catch up. I had not heard about this movie until I saw Jeff Bridges win an award for it. Thanks for the review, I will try and catch it if it comes to my town.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know about the movie, but I will look for it. I'm going to see if there are previews on Youtube.com
ReplyDeleteredemption is exactly what this is all about, in my opinion. When I got sober, God didn't open the gates of heaven and let me in, He opened the gates of Hell and let me out.
ReplyDeleteI wish I could take credit for that little gem, but I stole it lol.
I went and saw Crazy Heart this afternoon. It was great. But I thought of you as I had my hands over my eyes... it is only a movie, it is only a movie. But a really good one.
ReplyDeleteAnd I was the only one in the theatre who laughed when that guy said his name.
A co-worker and I were planning to see that. You made me want to confirm our date. Thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteCrazy Heart made me cringe a bit as I knew he wouldn't stop until he hit the absolute bottom. That's the hard part. Watching the self-destruction. But then the redemption came! Something I haven't seen in the alcoholics in my life. As a new person in Al-anon, it was encouraging to see....
ReplyDeleteThis movie is definitely on my list. I love Maggie Gyllenhaal.
ReplyDeleteRedemption, an interesting concept. I have struggled a the daughter of a "dry" drunk... to be redeemed by her. Then, when I realized I had to do that myself, I thought maybe by sharing my findings, I might help redeem my mom. Alas, redemption is something we do alone with God's great abiding hope. And never for another person.
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