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Plot: Richard Pimentel begins his life as a fighter, and his life's work becomes a process of fighting for the rights of others. Raised by a dysfunctional family with a talent for public speaking and a winn...( read more read more... )ing personality, the young man makes his way to a Northwestern college confident that he will ace his try-out for his idol Dr. Ben Padrow. Padrow is the coach of the best team in the history of the College Bowl. But, Dr. Padrow shatters his dream when he rejects him. Richard's immediate reaction is to enlist in the army for a tour of duty in Vietnam. During combat, the young recruit loses his hearing to a bomb blast, and has to deal with this newfound disability. He finds that his disability and the struggle to transcend it is a defining moment in his fight for what he believes in. When he tries to help his friends, vets like himself and others with disabilities, to get work in an environment that treats them with pity at best and disdain as a matter of course, he realizes that he can make a difference. Without his hearing Richard is all the more prepared to listen to the message deep within himself, and to carry that message to the thousands of people whose lives are improved by the movement he helps to organize.

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  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    September 27, 2008
    The first part of the movie was interesting but the second half glossed over some impt. events for people with disabilities.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    September 10, 2008
    Based on a true story!! So that usually takes up a notch for me.



    An intellectual movie full of feeling, not emotion for me: on the edge of my seat, tensed up, having to relax every few minutes. That is not to say that this is thrilling or exciting. For me, it was basically horrifying because of the circumstances, pain and torture. It made me uncomfortable and yet watching it was a joy. Well, done. Some good tunes on the soundtrack. The score jammed and then disappear and then come back with original music. But I was engaged for sure. And I like Ron Livingston



    & Melissa George.



    There were lol moments and moments of awe but mostly triumph. I usually like movies with characters who have or suffer a disability and I was not disappointed. My hats off to Mr. Pimentel and the people this movie is based on. Great Supporting cast, especially Michael Sheen!!!



    "Experience a movie that will make you believe anyone can change the world."

  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 23, 2008
    A remarkable film that has some good music, a terrific cast and a witty and touching script. Michael Sheen delivers a superb performance.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 9, 2008
    A movie about the realities about society... about how disabilities are frowned upon, and how distorted people really are. One of my favourite parts was when one of the actors was saying that people are disgusted by disabled people because when they see them, they feel what they don't want to feel. Really amazing story.

    And Art.... even with his disabilities, he learned to live life so freely. Amazing... simply amaaazing!
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 6, 2008
    I really liked this movie!! Wasn't exciting of flashy, but told a very good story! Ron Livingston is a pretty good actor too.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 8, 2008
    An amazing True story of one man that made a difference in this country. The difference of what it takes to fight for people who have been treated less than human just because of a physical appearance. Michael Sheen gives one the best performance I have ever seen.

    Not many people know about this amazing movie and I was surprised not to see it in any local theaters. Great one liners after another, and the story keeps you wanting to see it tile the very end! Give this film a chance for what it is and see the amazing acting from everyone in the film.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 7, 2008
    Great movie. It's good to see someone who went through so much in Viet Nam come home and make a difference not only to his own life but to many lives ahead. With the war going on now, I am certain he will still be able to help these guys who return home in need of care.
    A blessing and a very well done movie.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 29, 2008
    i loved the story of this movie. and the fact that it's based on actual events is just amazing.
    i loved Art's character, he brought in so much comedic relief to the movie.
  • Want To See
    MCT:
    June 26, 2008
    this movie looks fantastic...i am a huge ron lvingston fan ever since band of brothers so i bet it will be really good. Cant wait am seeing it tonight!
  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 23, 2008
    The story behind this movie is inspiring and sweet. I enjoyed the actor performances. My only complaint is that it made me feel it was building towards some huge emotional epiphany that they never really obtained. Worth a watch though.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 8, 2008
    This is an important movie. It is also very well done and quite funny. I wanted to get up and slap the waitress and perhaps throttle the idiot who denied the main character his GI education rights "because he couldn't waste government money on someone who is deaf". After you watch the movie, watch the real Richard Pimmentel's speech; he's not as cute as Ron Livingston, but he's funnier. And Michael Sheen should get some sort of reward for his work in this movie.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    June 5, 2008
    Amazing! This movie centralizes around one man who works for the benefits and rights of all disabled individuals. It begins with war veterans and helping them get jobs, then eventually to all people. The story plot begins from back in the early 70's to the early 90's. Great cast: Clint Jung, Michael Sheen, and John Livingston. A must-see!
  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 2, 2008
    An interesting story that wasn't executed to it's potential. Characters are introduced all the time, but fail to be developed properly or make the story flow. Still, Michael Sheen delivers a performance that must be seen.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 17, 2008

    Music within (2007)

    So what's it about? The true story of Richard Pimentel, a brilliant public speaker with a troubled past, who returns from Vietnam severely hearing -impaired and finds a new purpose in his landmark efforts on the behalf of Americans with disabilities.

    My thoughts on the movie? This was a nice little story but i have to say the film was a little bit of a let down for me i mean as it where it was still a good film but i guess i was hoping for a modern day Rain Man. The biggest plus of this movie for me was the performance from Michael Sheen which was fantastic and his friendship with Ron Livingston was great. A decent watch with some funny and inspiring moments just don't have too higher expectations with this one

    Most memorable quote:"N/A"

    Rating: 4/5

    Review Date: 17 May 2008

  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 5, 2008
    I love love this movie, for those of you that are DISABALE or have friends or family that are DISABLED YOU SHOULD WATCH THIS, IT TELLS YOU HOW THE ADA BECAME WAT IT IS TODAY TO FIGHT FOR THE PEOPLE THAT ARE DISABLED!!!!
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    April 20, 2008
    A compelling true story. Interesting from the beginning and easy to watch. Sheen exceeds in a difficult role, he says less than most characters but speaks in more volumes which should be a credit to an actor's capability. One to inspire mankind.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    April 15, 2008
    This was a wonderful story. Livingston was perfect in this role. I love movies with happy endings, but I especially like movies based on true events that have happy endings.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    April 12, 2008
    A pretty good movie with a great cast. I really like Melissa George but she is hardly involved, wanting more of her is the only complaint I have.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    April 11, 2008
    well its 1 that i do rate high/ now if u have seen underworld then check out Micheal Sheen in this film, i think he stool the show
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    April 9, 2008
    The true story of Richard Pimentel, a brilliant public speaker with a troubled past, who returns from Vietnam severely hearing -impaired and finds a new purpose in his landmark efforts on the behalf of Americans with disabilities. Ron Livingston, Michael Sheen, and Yul Vazquez are unforgettable in this film. Their performances are so real and truthful. Michael Sheen's transformation into his character, Art, will leave viewers of this film speechless. The story is a compassionate one about overcoming great obstacles and making the best of it. The friendship that develops between two unlikely characters is incredible. There is not a weak link in the bunch. Every portrayal is so refreshingly honest and believable. Highly Recommended.

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