Fireproof

This movie was so good. I highly recommend it. I would definitely recommend this seller again.

Best movie ever

I complement any director and cast of characters who can make me openly weep at the end of a story. I do not find that as easy to do as it once was in my youth. This movie was that riveting and emotionally moving. Well in the same class as the first "Left Behind" movie. I continued to contemplate the impact and message clearly given thorughout this entire drama for hours and even days afterwards. I started this movie, but then took it out within minutes of its beginning and decided instead to watch the other four movies I had ordered with it before coming back to it. Later I realized that of all the five movies I watched over the next week, the real reason I had done that was that the beginning of the movie looked far to familiar and much to close to home in it's portrayal of the conflicts that existed from time to time in my own family and in my own life. It actually hurt to see these characters doing and saying the very same things I and my wife had done and said. But after watching Pilgram's Progress (an excellent movie for adults), Second Glance (a great movie for teens), Final Exit (a good movie for all ages)and Escape from Hell (another good one for anyone)...and getting the excellent messages they imparted (both individually and combined)...I returned to Fireproof and decided it was time to go from front to back and just tough it out. I am very glad I did that. Because it has a message for every couple, individual and group of people who work together about how good and pleasant life can and should be...with the Love of Jesus Christ in ones heart...and the realization of the fact that we need him so desperately in our daily lives and that we can be forgiven and blessed...if we only surrender our own "arrogant will" and stubborness to him and live by God's design. The very best way I can sum up this movies impact and ultimate message for each and every one of us...is to recite a poem located in an American Poetry Anthology Book I have on my shelf. Its called simply "The Gift". THE GIFT God did not come to be a king, To teach us prophecies or to make us sing. He did not want to recieve great wealth, Or even ensure the people's health. He came to give us a wonderful gift, The helping hand; A spiritual lift. It is a very simple thing he left, The right and power to forgive ourselves. The message of fireproof is encapsulated in this poem and that if we fall to our knees and first ask for, get and then give forgiveness. Then we can ultimately forgive ourselves...and we can move on to make our lives and the world a better place. But this only comes with submission to him and from living for him and receiving his grace...not from within government, powerful men or women, a court system, and education system or those who follow an evil path. Only Christ can give you what this movies message offers...true peace, restoration and love. Watch it and see if you can keep from tearing up at the end...I dare you to be honest and receive the blessing. To those who negatively evaluated this film...??????? God Bless all who watch and open their hearts. Great movie, cast and message. Jim L Sr.

A good inspirational movie.

Excellent for family.

Great movie for those who are struggling with temptation in Their marriage

This movie should be a must for newlyweds. Once the honeymoon phase has ended and the day to day becomes reality, remembering to put God first in your marriage may fade. This movie touches on what could happen to a couple and a positive message to keep the marriage loving and respectful. Temptations will always be present and keeping this movie handy will uplift and remind them why they chose each other. My son watched it and said it had a good message. Marriage is a lifelong commitment and God in the center assures success.

Reading the reviews here and seeing the variety of reactions to Fireproof is almost as interesting as the movie itself. Most of the positive reviews focus on the message. Most of the negative reviews focus on the technical quality of the movie, and/or the reviewers' feelings about Christianity. Accordingly, I'd like to chime in on these three topics. Technical Quality: Although I did like the movie, I have to admit the negative reviewers have a point here. The cinematography and special effects are more in line with what you'd expect on a TV show than a feature film. There's nothing glaringly awful, but the viewer is definitely aware this film was not financed like a big-budget Hollywood movie. The acting performances are about the same. Cameron puts in a solid professional job, but nothing that's going to go down in history as one of the great performances of all time. The rest of the cast is pretty spotty, and most of them have at least one line or one scene that comes off a bit lame. Again, not so bad as to be unwatchable, but definitely below average for feature films. The Message: This is why people like the film, and why I liked it too. There are actually two messages here - one about marriage and one about Christianity. Most of the negative reviewers can't seem to separate these two issues, which is understandable since there' entwined. Let me take a stab at dealing with them separately. The marriage-related messages portrayed in this movie are: 1) Married people who are predominantly focused on their own feelings and their own needs are not likely to succeed. Marriage takes a lot of work, and a predominantly selfless attitude. 2) In order for a marriage to work, both partners have to be willing to admit that they are flawed human beings, that they make mistakes, that they are sometimes selfish and hurtful, and that they sometimes have to ask humbly to be forgiven. Christians certainly recognize this message, but it applies equally to non-Christians (except for those who are perfect, many of whom apparently have written reviews of Fireproof here). 3) There will be conflicts and hard times during a marriage, and when this happens, both partners must be committed to making it work and ensuring the survival of the marriage - even when this seems like a lot of work and doesn't seem to be rewarded or recognized. 4) For a marriage to really work, both partners will have to continually grow and improve themselves - often in ways that are not comfortable and entail sacrifices. Anyone who has actually been married for a while and worked through problems will recognize the above themes as true to life - and, most emphatically, true to life in a way that Hollywood movie portrayals of love and romance are definitely not true to life. I believe that most of the people who liked this movie - certainly me and my wife - are resonating with FINALLY a movie that seems to understand what enduring marriage and love that grows over the years are really all about. Most movies portray love as a state of blissful happiness - which it sometimes is - but miss the larger picture of love as an ongoing project that two people work on, working hard and selflessly, for many years. The Christian Message: People who are just flat-out offended by Christianity, or those who have past traumas, grudges, or anger toward Christians, simply are not going to like this movie. If you're in this group, just don't go. The people in this movie express and embody their work on their marriage and their personal growth through their faith. If you're a Christian, you will very likely identify with this and see it is a positive. If you're a non-Christian who has a generally benign, friendly attitude toward Christianity and Christians, this movie might be worth a try for you. The challenges these folks face and the things they have to overcome are not limited only to Christians, and may be familiar to you. They do frame their solutions and their personal work in Christian terms. If you're interested in Christianity, or how Christains frame and work through personal problems, then this movie might have some interest for you.

This movie pulls back the curtains to reveal the main reasons emotional love fades and marriages fail....not understanding what love really means, which is caring more about meeting the needs and desires of your husband/wife than your own. The story takes us into the lives of Caleb and Catherine, a couple whose marriage is badly falling apart. Divorce seems to be the only answer, until Caleb's father challenges him to follow a set of guidelines for 40 days. As the story unfolds, we see that the challenges are based on the principles of God's Word. We become embroiled in the pain both of them are feeling, and we rejoice when we witness a turn-around. The message is this: If you want to know how to put something together and make it work, follow the manual. The Gospel is clearly presented, but even if one were not convinced about the need for salvation, the principles if applied would still produce a happy marriage. The whole movie is amazing, considering that most of the cast and crew are volunteers from a church. The Kendrick brothers apply their considerable skills in producing and directing, creating a fast-moving, realistic story that teaches and entertains at the same time. I highly recommend this for older teens and adults.

This movie is a life changing provission, a graet film, a beautify and truthfull story that relfects modern values and the consequence of like Frank Sebartra said "Doimng it my way!" There is s better way. This movie will lead to that better way. You will love it. You will be challenged. If you let it it will change your life. If you are struggling with relationships, even marriage, it will show you some uncomfortable truths and release in you the true power of love. Real love. The movie introduces a challenge to all of us. I dare you! Go on! Take the Challenge! Are you big enough to try the love dare? The "Love Dare" has been used by many of our friends who have found that love is the key. Not the kind of love that is all about sex lust or self, but the real thing! The kind of love that is in the very core of our beings. The kind of love that the Bible is refering to when we read God is Love. 1 Cor 13 says this kind of love never fails. I would have to say a 100% I agree and so do many folk spared the horror of a failed marriage with all the damage it does to children, self and society. This book is truth, undiluted. It will make those of us who say "I'm a good person, it's them" who are causing all the problems reallise that that is a deception and a lie. As you read each day, the truths about your own nature will be revealed and, and the understanding you need to start living a life the way it was inteded for you to live. In fact it is the route to personal happiness and fullfillment. Will you pay the price for a liftime of valued relationships and honest self assessment. Be brave. Give it a try. See your relationships and your life restored.

Ich hatte den Film schon auf englisch mit Untertiteln 3 mal gekauft und ihn verschenkt. Dieser Film kann wirklich Ehen retten. Glücklicher Weise gibts ihn jetzt endlich auf Deutsch, also noch 3 mal gekauft. (...der Freundeskreis scheint echt zerrüttet zu sein, ich weiß...) Die Übersetzung ist gut, auch wenn durch die Synchronisation ein bischen von der Leidenschaft der Schauspieler verloren geht, also wer kann, sollte ihn nochmal auf englisch sehen. Die Umsetzung ist von vorn bis hinten professionell. Der Soundtrack der Hammer! Manche Lieder kriegt man gar nicht mehr aus dem Kopf und das noch mit schlauen Texten. Selbst für Nichtchristen, die den Teil mit dem Kreuz nicht hören können, liegt sehr viel Weisheit im Kontext der nicht mit dem Holzhammer vermittelt wird. Wir haben gelacht und geweint und uns immer wieder angeschubst weil die Akteure sich genauso anmaulen wie es wohl in jedem Haus mal vorkommt. Und nicht zuletzt - aus Feuerwehrsicht: Zwei sehr gute Einsatzszenen, realistisch dargestellt und mit Gänsehautfeeling (die sind aber in englisch wirklich viel besser als auf deutsch). Auch das Leben auf Wache ist wunderschön dargestellt. Ihr werdet Spaß haben und den Kauf nicht bereuen. PS.: Der Nachfolger Couregeous ist auch klasse, speziell für Cops.# Fazit: bester Film wo gibt, ich würd ihn noch 6 mal kaufen!

A voir pour toutes les couples. Il n'y a pas des sous-titres français, ce qui est annoncé dans la description.

Sehr guter und spannender Film. Man fühlt mit den Darstellern mit. Es wird die Zerrüttung einer Ehe gezeigt und dann der Versuch sie wieder zu neuem Leben zu erwecken, die Schwierigkeiten bis dahin aufgeben zu wollen. Es ist lebensnah und ergreifend. Die Botschaft lautet nicht aufzugeben, sich in die Ehe hineinzuinvestieren, sich selbst zurück zu nehmen und den Blickwinkel zu ändern. Die Geschichte ist eine, wie sie in vielen Häusern auch passieren könnte. Gerade darum ist sie motivierend und Mut machend, seine eigene Ehe wieder mit neuer Liebe zu füllen.