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Courageous Warriors Beauty from the Ashes (2021)
A must see for virtually everyone!!
This film is phenomenal! Whether you have experienced a battle with breast cancer yourself, or any cancer or other life threatening affliction, or have been a care giver for someone, or are medical professional who works with patients or survivors... This film is a must see for everyone! A message of love & loss, the battles waged on so many levels, and some unexpected pathways to overcome adversity and reclaim your power and "mojo" after waging war with the "beast" of a life threatening illness.
The Goal (2005)
Excellent, educational, thought provoking and inspirational film!!
This film is a must see for everyone! Family friendly and bold. I'm amazed of what was accomplished with such a small budget compared to most other films. I can't imagine making any film with a $50,000 budget! It was "reality" based cinematography blended with artful snapshots that provoke the entire spectrum of human emotion.
Most of us will be fortunate enough to never have to experience first hand what it's like to loose full use of our bodies and limbs; we take so much for granted! The film has relevance for everyone, regardless as we all suffer loss in some way or have watched someone we know suffer with similar struggles. All of us can relate to craving the immediate gratification of the "adrenaline rush" that drives and motivates us. But just one cruel twist of fate could put any one of us in a similar situation.
Darla Rae drives home this harsh reality of life as a quadriplegic at every stage without fear of "offending" the viewer with stark scenes that drive home the reality that while the physical condition may be offensive (on so many levels), the spiritual condition can overcome any obstacle, turning the "curse" into "blessing". How small simple acts of kindness can change lives.
Even with such limited resources, she simultaneously composes subtle and tasteful cinematography that shows the beauty within the tragedy, the strength of spirit we all possess to overcome any obstacle; the victory of faith over adversity. The Goal skillfully illustrates value of love and support in our lives and the human connection's affect on the human condition. Brava Darla Rae...BRAVISIMO!!