I put this movie in the same genre as "Dr. Strangelove" and "War Games". It is a movie containing a message that was highly relevant to those of us who were 20 something when it came out. It was relevant to those who worried about M.A.D. (mutually assured destruction) as the only way a "Super Power" was guaranteed to win a global nuclear conflict. It is stated at the beginning of this movie that it is an "adult fairy tale." Of course, this message cannot be seen by those whose greatest calling in life is to download the latest ringtone, or keep up with the emails on "My Space". There was a time when our planet was threatened, and people of conscience made movies voicing their concerns. The idea of professional athletes forsaking their livelihood and dreams for a greater cause is an incredible fiction. One that is even more fictitious with today's athletes. This is not a great movie, but it is one worth watching that carries with it the message that we can achieve great things if we're willing to give up our selfishness and seek something greater than ourselves.
Review of Amazing Grace and Chuck
