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Facing the Giants (100%)

Plot: A half-century after the real John Groberg left Idaho to serve a three-year mission in Tonga, actor Christopher Gorham (A Life Less Ordinary) gracefully slips into the Mormon Elder's shoes in <...( read more read more... )I>The Other Side of Heaven. A gifted cross between Tom Hanks and Tom Cruise, Gorham effortlessly carries this touching story of a young man's struggle to adapt and thrive in a completely foreign land. He may look like a bar of soap, standing in his suit and tie against the lush palms and shimmering waters of his new surroundings; but as daily island living hits Groberg with death, disease, and natural disaster, this missionary's determination and courage shine through. Heartfelt letters Gorham writes to his true love (sweetly portrayed by Anne Hathaway) and her candid replies underscore profound--or profoundly normal--events and impressions the two experience while apart. It's an uplifting, tear-invoking family drama that benefits even more from fine acting, artful direction, and an Academy Award-winning producer (Gerald R. Molen, Schindler's List). (Ages 10 and older) --Liane Thomas

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  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 13, 2008
    This is a good movie everyone I know owns it. It is about a guy trying to teach people about God at an island. Bad things happen every second.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 5, 2008
    this movie was cute, i loved how it was based on actual evens was really cool!! and living near his hometown makes this even cooler!!
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    November 14, 2007
    I really loved this movie. I cant say i really understood it, what he was actually trying to do, but i did enjoy watching it, it was funny, sad and all round moving.

    plus Christopher Gorham is cute
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    July 31, 2007
    It was really good! There was a part or two that were just disgusting... But the message was great. I really enjoyed this movie.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 30, 2007
    This movie is one of the greatest true story ive ever seen.The director did a great job in bringing this miricle of a story to life.I believe he picked the perfect actors for this movie and perfect locations.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 26, 2007
    I love this movie! It is SO good! Based on actual events, and a true story. I recommend this to anyone!
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 26, 2007
    Nice movie especially being set in our very own pacific. Though its about the mormon religion its a really good movie to watch with family and loved ones.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    July 11, 2007
    I really will have to say this is my one my top fav movies. Its has a great love story in it and it has a lot of good characters in it to
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 9, 2007
    This movie was very thoughtful and love how it showed how missionaries go out in the world and do there work!
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 3, 2007
    I just love this show! All the trials that he had to go through were just astounding but at the same time there were a lot of miracles that happened because of him! I love that they took Brother Grobergs mission and turned it into a movie! He is one amazing man!
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 7, 2007
    this is a true story of a missionary who went to an island leaving behind his lovedone. This movie is pure,simple and too long. Sometimes you just want to watch the beautiful sceneries in the background. It is a good movie though.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    March 23, 2007
    Great story of a missionary in a foreign land. It seemed like there were some spots where the film was cut strange so I got confused. Maybe I just need to see it again.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    March 15, 2007
    dis be da ameanest movie outs mayne....shows how friendly nd peacful mah home land be....representin tonga all da way....choooohooooo!!!lolz
  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    February 13, 2007
    Since I'm kind of a mormon... I can't really bash this movie without feeling bad. But there are MUCH better mormon movies...
  • Want To See
    MCT:
    February 1, 2007
    wow i have heard good things about this movie. i think that i would like ti but i am not really the biggest fan of western shows and old timey-stories. anyway i think tyhat this will be one of the few that i actually like because ............
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    January 21, 2007
    Amazing look into 3 years of the life of a Mormon missionary in Tonga. Talk about trials and tribulations!
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    January 4, 2007
    really really love this movie..one becuz its in Tonga loll and its based on a true story about Elder Growberg
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    January 2, 2007
    Excellent movie! Gosh I just love this, and I'm pretty sure all of the events actually happened to Brother Groberg. It's just good. I think I'll go watch it. Right now. Well, I would if I didn't have to go to work. Right now.
  • 2.5 Stars
    MCT:
    November 16, 2006
    wHAT A BEATIFUL MOVIE.. I LOVE THE FACT IT WAS BASED ON A TRUE STORY ... AND I LOVE THE FACT THAT LOVE OF HIS LIFE DID WAIT FOR HIM...
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    September 12, 2006
    I really like this movie, not just because it is based on a true sweet and romantic story, but it isn't completely romantic.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 4, 2006
    Wow, this one is pretty odd. Is about loyalty, about spirituality and bringing faith to a place where is not possible to believe in God. Is about a journey, where everyone ends learning great things.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 17, 2006
    From Producer Gerald Molen ("Jurassic Park," "Schindler's List," and "Rain Man"), this is the true story of a Christian missionary's trials, challenges, and progress in bringing the gospel of Christ to a remote people in the pacific islands. Hathaway and Gorham are suprisingly appealing, and the story is a universal story of courage and love for every member of the family.

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  • kewlaldo
    yep. really good movie.
    posted 110 days ago
  • gerelschwartz
    Full of sacrifices!!!
    posted 472 days ago
  • gerelschwartz
    I tell you, this is a good movie... Watch this film and you might change your perception in life.
    posted 472 days ago

Details

  • Rated: (PG)
  • Directed by: Mitch Davis
  • Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama
  • Released: December 14, 2001
  • DVD Released: April 1, 2003

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