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Fireproof

Review by Peter T. Chattaway | posted 9/26/2008 12:00AM

Two years ago, there was a big controversy when Facing the Giants, an ultra-low-budget movie produced by a church in the Bible Belt, was rated PG, allegedly for its spiritual content. Pundits and politicians ...

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Nelson David

Posted: September 24, 2009 5:25 PM


if you tell me this is no movie, then you need some healing of the heart. This movie is so inspirational, it drew me closer to God's Love like i never felt before. And it shows that God is Love. I rate this a six. It deserves more.

firman

Posted: September 07, 2009 10:46 PM


good and very inspiring movie..lots of message...hope another film like this

Anonymous

Posted: September 07, 2009 10:37 AM


As a divorced woman who was married to a "Caleb" I can assure you that the "blowup" was IDENTICAL to my home life. A hero to everyone...a devil at home...over NOTHING. I remember a confrontation similar to this one for bringing home the wrong kind of olive oil.

Debbie

Posted: September 01, 2009 5:43 PM


Wonderful movie! Inspiring! Whether you are married or not, go and see it. Dating? Then make sure to rent this movie and watch it with your girl/boyfriend before you ever decided to get married. If your marriage is failing, definitely check it out. Make sure to purchase the materials that go along with the movie. The book used in the movie is sold in many locations. God Bless!

Ruan Pasqual

Posted: August 14, 2009 7:55 PM

Well..what i see here is that, how a Mother who was saved by God.. can inspire a generation that will accept Jesus Christ..the beauty of this movie is..that she is responsible for the transition that happens in her husband and son's lives ( and then a new generation to come) ..but yet..this Mother is silent (humble) in the whole movie.. Moreover, the director teaches us how to spread the Gospel by introducing few (saved) people who are ready to listen to you when you really need someone to..and they share their testimonies.. great effort..also the social common issues about Jesus and salvation also discussed in this movie..However, i admire and bless this movie because its all about God's love (Jesus) and if His love can not change a man's life..then what else can change us.. ? well, finally , i do not know how many will accept God after watching this - but hope you guys will save your marriages..at least..

iris	Posted: June 05, 2009 1:48 PM


it was amazing for me and husband... now i got the book and im gonna start the "fireproof your marriage" serie... Gob bless all of the people that made this movie!!!

EBONY

Posted: May 12, 2009 5:50 PM


I LOVE THIS MOVIE SO MUCH, ITS NOW ONE OF MY FAVORTIVE MOVIES IN THE WORLD. ITS AN EYE OPEN IT DEFINE TRUE LOVE. THE MOVIE REALLY TOUCH ME IT SHOWED THAT NOMATTER WHAT YOU GO THROUGHT HAVE FAITH IN GOD AND HE WILL COME THROUGH

Joel	Posted: April 27, 2009 3:41 PM


Ok, I Think that we might be just honest and with the picture. There aren't "perfect movies", A really good movie is when the "good scenes" are more than bad or inconsistently scenes; definitively, the good moments of the movie are the 90%. The Erin Bethea interpretation was a little cold for me, but Kirk Cameron was amazing, I really cry with Him, and I never cried before watching a movie.

Cynthia

Posted: April 18, 2009 1:32 AM


Three stars (since there are not five all together) means very good. The telling moment was Caleb's apology. All cinematic sins are forgiven by that virtue. When was the last time we saw a Hollywood product that could accomplish something like that moment? Hollywood can't do it. These people are on to something. Let the critics rail. These filmmakers are succeeding without them. I wish you well!

Val	Posted: April 14, 2009 3:24 PM

I thought this movie was going to be a bit goofy but it ended up being one of the best movies I have seen. Does it have its faults? Of course! But it was so refreshing. It really makes you think about your marriage, your faith and how all of those things play out in life. You know, for all of the people who complain about the acting, let's be real. These producers are not going to be able to get Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, obviously, so they use actors God has brought into their lives and into this movie. I am honestly thrilled that Kirk Cameron has taken such a strong stance in his faith and career. You know, he could have ended up like all of those other teen actors from his time but he hasn't. God has used him to make a difference.

Bethany Breed

Posted: April 07, 2009 8:42 PM


I am not married but i LOVED this movie! After watching the scene where Kirk accepts Christ and his dad talks about how we have constantly rejected God and He still loves us i have become a more forgiving person. I also think that it has some great humerous parts! I can't wait for sherwood pictures to release their next film!

Josh	Posted: April 06, 2009 10:59 PM

I think Gary has a point.We don't have to look for racism - it is everywhere, whether you like it or not. The bigotry is NOT recognizing it for what it is - WRONG. All of it - from the Spike Lee films to rap. Two wrongs do not make a right, so why don't we try to change it. It was a great film that many will see, but if it portrays more racism it is just counteracting what equality we have gotten so far. Why must they portray the "token' blacks" instead of just regular people? If it is only about the human race, as you say, then why did they choose to portray stereotypes? I think you, Cory, are very ignorant to say that Gary's comment is not a "responsible" opinion. Isn't the point of comments to open our eyes to important topics, like racism. Gary seems to have a life. You, however, seem to live in a bubble. Next time, don't attack others for their concerns if you have nothing more constructive to say.

Monica

Posted: April 02, 2009 2:11 PM


This is one of the best films I have ever seen. Many people want to be married they just do not know how. When they get to a point when they say it is not working. They need a guide to help them know what to do. Marriage takes work. I feel the healing power for marriage as soon as the credits roll. This is an excellent film and I hope to see more from Sherwood ministries.

Cory	Posted: March 29, 2009 11:59 PM

I have to shake my head at folks like Gary, who come armed with a host of grievances and never thoughtfully comment or voice a responsible opinion. The 'characterization of blacks'? As opposed to what? The race-baiting of Spike Lee, or the horrible characterizations in rap songs and 'gangsta' films? What about the 70s and 80s 'blacksploitation' flicks? This movie is a powerful film about marriage and sacrifice -- it has nothing to do with race in Gary's sense of the term, but the 'human race.' People like Gary are obsessed with race and hence tend to see racism under every rock; except, of course, such people never look inside, at the racism that lurks in their own hearts which causes them to project their inner bigotry onto others. Gary, get a life.

Gary	Posted: March 28, 2009 8:56 PM


This movie was pure drek! Heavy-handed and preachy beyond belief. The acting was third-rate at best and the characterzation of blacks was horrible (que the neck-rolling, finger-snaping, run-and-tell-it sista). Just plain bad.

David

Posted: March 19, 2009 2:58 PM

I have to say after watching the movie I was convinced I had to make some changes in my life. I've been married for 26 yrs with 3 children. The relationship with my wife has been deteriating for years. The things that got us there was my lack of focus on my family. I was too busy with my own priorities. After watching the movie I was convinced that in order for God to heal this relationship I had to make some changes. I made one of them yesterday, a very difficult one for me. I stepped down from a cover band I had played in for six years. It was my one and only stress release, but what started out as a hobby for fun turned into a "major priority" when we began opening for major artist. I pray this first step in a process of several changes I feel are necessary will begin the healing process.

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