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Reviews
The Work and the Glory (2004)
Inspiring
I came away from this film anxious to read all about the real people from the time, in those circumstances, and to better understand what they really went through. It's been an amazing week since seeing it twice (in two days), reading Joseph Smith's History, and researching all kinds of early Mormon history. What a powerful testimony I've gained that the story told is a true one; that Joseph Smith in fact received the Book of Mormon from a Heavenly Being, and that he was instrumental in changing the world by facilitating the restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It was thrilling to think that others might be inspired to personally reflect on the story, and find that the Gospel is back. And that it's real.
Joe Somebody (2001)
Feel good father/daughter film
Just what I needed on a rainy morning in upstate New York on a business trip. Light, witty semi-realistic family drama. It was great to see a bright, talented daughter help her bullied dopey dad. Fun twist on the whole "angst ridden ex" falling apart story. Tim Allen carries it off well. Great counterpart in the HR rep (school adviser wanna be). It was fun to see a woman worker helping the man "basket-case" with his emotional problems. Super sub theme with daughter emerging from messed up kid to kid with a shot at a great life. It was amazing to see that great little actress help both her parents and emerge healthier for it. Tim Allen and his silliness provided delightful needed levity.