While this story will surely inspire some viewers, the film is definitely not perfect. The cinematography suffers a bit from repeated shots that are unoriginal; certain camera shots are used repeatedly rather than changed into more original and better shots. The cinematography could have been better than it turned out to be. However, that doesn't prevent a couple shots from having some well-done concepts to them, which I liked.
Another thing I liked about this movie was its inspiring message of the powerful effect of an individual, as the film effectively displays its message of how one individual could transform the lives of many. This message is worth discussing after watching the film.
The film also gave a pretty realistic depiction of the physical effects of cancer, which could be unsettling for sensitive viewers.
However, sometimes, the script had some corny dialogue which didn't sound that great and could've been revised.
Nonetheless, this is a pretty good movie with an inspiring message.
4 Reviews
The power of one!
williamchairo16 February 2013
Yes perhaps,one may quote statistics in regards to the effect that this movie had on the community in Pampa,from my experience even if one life is altered by this record of Amy's life, who knows how far and how much can be accomplished by "the one". We are reminded that some 2 thousand years ago a lone person brought a message of faith and hope, which has spread across the globe. The fact that I am writing this from Australia, watching this movie with several other people carries with it the potential of a life changing experience that may touch many other lives. I could write at length about transforming life experiences, brought about by "the one",however on this forum,we have written enough.
An amazing story about an amazing young lady.
jpm444420 November 2010
Warning: Spoilers
Amy was a devout Christian teenage girl that seemed to excel in anything she did. She touched others with a positive personality that could melt any heart.
She had begun going on mission trips and was overjoyed at how people reacted to the kindness that was shown to them.
She longed to show others the love of God and cared about everyone she met.
Once stricken with cancer, she fought it with a hopeful and positive attitude that touched thousands. The entire state of Texas and beyond began praying for her.
Even when all hope was lost, she continued to touch others in a way that was a sign of what God really is; love.
She befriended one student who was the outcast of the school, and eventually brought him into the fold and opened him up to gain friends and acceptance.
Her family and friends were amazed at how many people she had touched and her room was filled with cards and letters of encouragement and appreciation from all over the state.
An amazing story and film which well melt even the coldest of hearts.
She had begun going on mission trips and was overjoyed at how people reacted to the kindness that was shown to them.
She longed to show others the love of God and cared about everyone she met.
Once stricken with cancer, she fought it with a hopeful and positive attitude that touched thousands. The entire state of Texas and beyond began praying for her.
Even when all hope was lost, she continued to touch others in a way that was a sign of what God really is; love.
She befriended one student who was the outcast of the school, and eventually brought him into the fold and opened him up to gain friends and acceptance.
Her family and friends were amazed at how many people she had touched and her room was filled with cards and letters of encouragement and appreciation from all over the state.
An amazing story and film which well melt even the coldest of hearts.
Sweet movie, but....
maggielovesbryce26 February 2012
Warning: Spoilers
Okay. I live in Pampa, Texas, where Amy grew up and eventually died. And the movie, as I mentioned, is an extremely sweet movie, but she did not leave this amazing legacy as the movie and synopsis might lead you to think. Most of the kids in Pampa have not even heard about Amy Newhouse, and if they have, there's a 96% chance it was because of this movie. And all of this happened like ten years ago. They like you to think that kids in Pampa realized the meaning of life and quit doing drugs and drinking...but those things are more rampant than ever here in Pampa. Look, I'm not saying she didn't make a difference, but it wasn't a lasting one. This is a cute little movie, but it's falsely advertised and inaccurate.
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