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I saw Old Fashioned at a "sneak peek" event in Florida and was pleasantly surprised. The scenery is just beautiful and really adds to the tender, rustic feel of the whole story. And the story itself is profoundly moving. The relationship between the two main characters is something that really resonated with me. I loved the chemistry between the two characters (Clay and Amber) and found things in both that are just like me. Amber is just adorable and I'd like to find a guy like Clay in the real world. I also loved the subtle nature of this "faith-based" film. It definitely affirmed my faith and my struggles to live as a godly, single person; but, it did so without hitting me over the head with religion (so many "faith-based" films seem to treat the audience like they're idiots! We get it, already!) This isn't just a good "faith-based" film, it's a good (even if a little slow) indie film -- period. I've never seen a film quite like it.

Let's start with our main character (and director) Clay. He is a 40+ year old man that runs an antique store while dressing like a frat boy with a surfer's haircut. Clay is so out of control of his desires that he can't even be in the same room with another woman and believes in the teaching's of a radio shock jock that says "women are stupid" (Direct quote) while desiring such power that he enforces his beliefs on others without question. Now you may think this gentleman is some kind of terroristic person attempting to impose sharia law on law abiding citizens. Surprise! Clay is a deeply religious Christian man that can't help stopping his friend's bachelor party and kicking everyone out instead of just leaving because he feels uncomfortable. Be as religious as you want, Clay, just let other people live their lives the way they would like to because this is America and that's kind of the whole idea.

The female lead is pretty charming, though, and the there are some great looking shots of the Ohio landscape, but more than anything this film is a boring lesson on how to be a preachy, controlling dick.

Chains - This movie is about breaking chains. The chains from our past, and the chains of our innate nature.

The past can hold you in check. It can arrest you from being all that God intends you to be. Past failure, hurt, addiction, sorrow, anger, even affluence... also, Our innate nature draws us to things that have no profit in the long game. Selfishness, pride, greed, sensuality, revenge,,,

This movie shows two people who have firmly decided that those past roads do not lead to the future they want; nor is it what God intends for them to experience. Each decides to make a change in their behavior "in the present" to walk a new road "into the future". Together with The Lord's help, they can see the light in a dark world. The light of faith, hope, and love that will last a lifetime.

A lifetime God intends, free from the chains... Where He has paid the price to free us from those chains.

This is a great, challenging film, based on integrity and good values. romantic. inspirational. truly made of what some people really aspire to have even if others don't. we need more movies like this. what a treasure, good for the whole family to share in. this will definately go into my must have movie collection. love love love.

I liked the pace of the movie, the cinematography, the antique feel. Filled with a lot, what the danish call "hygge" Something I think is very precious and not often captured in many movies. The movie, on the surface might seem like a religious one if one want to see it that way but I for one, am not religious, and it did not seem like one to me as much as it did seem like a movie exploring the idea of 'dating' on a deeper level. To an extent, It did explore the idea of a person having a relationship with him/herself and its importance. Yes, the guy in the movie, did seem screwed up and had these silly rules to his lifestyle with regard to dating. But the girl was also screwed up except it didn't seem that way so much because that is perceived normal these days with everyone running away from their relationships to the next one. And this aspect is exactly what caught me about the movie- That we are all screwed up in many ways so we might as well take the time to get to know each other, which in the process, only helps us get to know ourselves better with the other person being a mirror. Romantic relationships have the power to take us to those realms in ourselves that no other relationship does. It is not easy. It is very confronting as the other person is a mirror to look into ourselves. Now during this process of looking into ourselves, many of us, run away, hide, create walls and boundaries and silly rules to protect ourselves, which is what the characters in the movie do as a result of the shadows that exist within them. I like the pace of the movie and the idea of taking it slow coz i guess facing our shadows and allowing someone into our lives does take time, being authentic and vulnerable with ourselves in the presence of another, does take time. Allowing ourselves to get intimate with another is allowing someone into our space and that takes some getting to know, and connecting, not just on the surface but on a deeper level. And that takes time which is a beautiful process. I also loved the dating ideas portrayed in the movie. Cheers to taking time and taking it slow :)Cheers to the "Old Fashioned" ways. It does have a charm too.

I hate this movie so much that typing the title just peeved me off all over again, and I've had a whole day to cool off from this one. I'm cutting to the chase here, this was terrible. I know that last week I was really peeved about "Self/less", but at least I was mad about how that movie could have been better if it wasn't for the obvious post-production tampering it went through; while this movie here had no chance. This is the Christian answer to "50 Shades of Grey", reducing all the sex in movies so that the real romance can be seen because according to the tag-line, "Chivalry makes a comeback" here. You know that's fine in all if you have a problem with the overuse of sex and nudity in films nowadays, but the love story doesn't quite work when there isn't any real love going on in the story. The two lead characters are sociopaths. There is no chemistry between the two of them, there is little to no compatibility, the morals and messages are screwed in the head at best, the acting is awkward, the editing and camera-work is pretentious, the writing was done by someone with a lot of issues. The film was written, directed and starring Rik Swartzwelder and co-starring Elizabeth Roberts; a story about a woman (Amber) who just wonders into town with her cat and rents an apartment over an antique repair shop owned by a man with a troubled past who found Christianity (Clay). Amber wants to get into a relationship with Clay, but Clay doesn't believe in relationships. Or dating. Or private conversations with women. Or kissing. His logic is that dating is only something that leads to having sex and learning how to lie to their partner to appear more likable. In no way does it help to get to know one another, have fun or anything of that sort; it is all manipulation. So his thinking is that they skip right into having her properly trained for marriage and raising children before even knowing that they will be emotionally or physically compatible. This guy refuses to be in the same room with a woman alone, immediately giving off a vibe that he was or is a rapist with no self-control, although that's what he claims to be "control". Throughout the first act of this movie Amber is basically trying to get him in her pants, but the movie makes it out as her being "interested" in him. Even though there is no charisma to the guy at all; every line that this guy delivers is so flat that I'm sitting there wondering if this guy truly is a sociopath. At what point is this going to become a thriller? I can totally understand why people would have issues with nudity in films and are even against something like "50 Shades of Grey", which I wasn't even the biggest fan of "50 Shades" but there has got to be a middle ground of some sort. You don't need sex to have romantic chemistry with someone, but it might help to have the leads talking in the same room at least. "50 Shades of Grey" isn't a masterpiece, but it has a lot more going on with it than this movie does. I've done some thinking about it and I'm pretty sure that this is the worst romance film I have ever seen. I have seen a lot of them surprisingly; a lot of bad ones though like "The Twilight Saga", "The Great Gatsby", "A Walk to Remember", "Dear John", "He's Just Not That Into You", "Valentine's Day", "Moment by Moment", and "Two of a Kind" the film where god threatens to destroy the entire world and everyone in it unless John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John get together…yeah, these are better than this freaking thing. This was self-righteous crap cut into a two hour "romance" film as a disguise. In terms of its obvious competition against "50 Shades", and I'd say go see "50 Shades" over this. But in terms of romantic movies from this year that I strongly recommend over this then I say go with this year's "Playing It Cool" which touches on some of the tropes seen in a lot of romance films and plays with it. "Trainwreck" which had actual chemistry between the two leads and knew how to integrate the comedy in the film better than something found in this like "Never met a man I liked more than chocolate, and I've been married three times!" …yeah that was in "Old Fashioned"… there's a lot that I didn't touch on, but I'm not getting back into it now. Just avoid at all costs please. No matter how sick of sex and nudity you may be with films today, I promise that there are better alternatives in terms of romance flicks. "Annie Hall", "The Princess Bride", "10 Things I Hate About You", "500 Days of Summer", "Say Anything…", "Knocked Up", "Lost in Translation", "Edward Scissorhands", "The Fly" where a man is turning into a 185 pound fly and has his romantic interest blow his head off with a shotgun is a better romantic comedy than this.

Want to see a romantic movie of two people who have absolutely no chemistry? Well this is your movie. I'm personally not a Christian but even if this movie wasn't a Christian film, it would still be horrible. None of the characters were interesting besides Clay and that was because he was so crazy and his morals made no sense. Clay can't be in a room with another woman because of a promise? Is the guy a rapist or something, it's like the guy has absolutely no self control or something. Clay is also very boring and dull but yet the character Amber finds him charming. Clay also tries and says that dating does nothing and doesn't add to a relationship. He says that what do you learn from jumping in bed and then finding out if you have anything in common after-wards, it begs the question, what kind of dates has this guy been on. Another thing I have with this movie and many other Christian movies is that it portrays all non- religious people as being douche-bags or dick heads. Besides the fact that the characters are boring, dull, and have shitty and stupid morals, the film is still bad. The film damn near put me to sleep. Nothing was interesting in this movie and I have no problems with romance films. I wouldn't recommend this film to anyone, not even my religious friends. The only way I would recommend this film is if you wanted to watch something that was so appalling and out there that it's unreal.

This movie exceeded all expectations. It gave great insight into what a relationship can be if approached with care and in a Biblical way. The chemistry between the actors was wonderful. Clay, incredibly handsome and sweet! I couldn't love a movie much more than this. It gives me hope that one day, I could find this sort of love and stirs the soul. There is a nice touch of comedy embedded in the story, and the scenes were perfectly set up. It was hard not to get lost in the movie (in a good way)! A great choice for an anniversary, Valentine's Day, a singles get-together, or just because. It is God-honoring, which is refreshing with so much garbage out there. This has quickly become one of my favorites and I love that the director plays the lead. He acted it out the way he desired it to be, and it was perfect.

Grab a comfy blanket, a bowl of popcorn and your sweetheart and watch Old Fashioned starring Rik Swartzwelder and Elizabeth Ann Roberts. The main characters as well as the supporting cast are so down to earth and relatable . You feel like rooting for this couple from the very start ! As most of us, they come with baggage from their past that of course weighs heavily upon their hearts. This really isn't the average boy meets girl story and to find out what I mean you must add this movie to your watch list. Guys, buy Old Fashioned DVD for your girl and believe me if you take time and watch it with her it will reinforce your feelings for one another. It shows that we can move on from our past, incorporate faith into our lives, be the people we know in our hearts we are and love without hesitation of not being accepted for our flaws.

I put a great deal of trust in IMDb ratings and reviews, and this Christian love story hanging just below 7/10 was more than enough encouragement for my girlfriend and I to give it a shot this Valentine's weekend. Let me advise you to do otherwise.

We received reliable reviews that this film was "not preachy", and a cut above other Christian films. I enjoyed 'The Ultimate Gift', 'Fireproof', etc. but could not choke this one down, though there was plenty of choking. We winced at each exchange between the main character and his 'predestined' love. The dialogue bluntly beats the viewer over the head with the message that Victorian-era courtship is the only proper way to interact with a woman in a laughably misogynistic presentation of our culture. In the film, simple-minded women are totally at the mercy of their man's virtue or lack thereof, and men are bound to take advantage of that unless they drink tea with their aunt periodically, or something like that. Filmmakers are free to present their message, but someone should tell Swartzwelder that a little subtlety and creativity goes a long way.

We chose not to stick around and learn more about the protagonist's dark past of Girls Gone Wild videotapes. The pretty cinematography couldn't distract from the 'Leave it to Beaver' morals, gushy prattle and suffocating veneration of gramophones, shooting hoops and wood working. Neither of us had walked out of a film before, but 'Old Fashioned' proved to be a ground-breaking film in this regard only.

I was able to see a private screening of this Amazing movie, and it will most definitely be one that I purchase to watch over and over again! Everything comes together so beautifully, the actors, the scenes are amazing and the music is perfect! It's funny,it's serious and touched all of my emotions. (yes I cried too!!) It truly touched my heart, leaving me wanting to slow down this fast paced life we all live in,move to Ohio, adopt Aunt Zella and start living life with Old Fashioned Values. So for 115 minutes I encourage you to turn off all social media, grab some popcorn and allow yourself to enjoy a old fashioned courtship!!!

This is a wonderful movie and it really puts the reality of how bad dating is in the day. You see people over and over dating breaking up dating breaking doing the same thing over and over and they can't figure out why nothing works that something is wrong with the other person which in fact there is something wrong with their moral definition of dating by respecting the other person by learning about them at a personal level rather going for selfish act of fornication to get what they want. So to really care about someone you want to protect them and their emotions. If you are in a physical relationship you won't see that person for who they are because you are blinded by the lust of the flesh so you won't see that person for who they really are and get married and when you are married that lust fades and you start seeing that person who they really and that relationship may not last or they might endure. So watching Old Fashioned was very eye opening for me.

The million dollar question: Will you go to Heaven or hell when you die? Here's a quick test. Have you ever told a lie, stolen anything or used God's name in vain? Jesus said, "Whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart." Have you looked with lust? Have you ever hated someone? Jesus said if you hate someone you are considered a murderer at heart. Will you be guilty on Judgment Day? If you have done those things, God sees you as a lying, murderer at heart, and thieving, blasphemous, adulterer at heart. The Bible warns that if you are guilty you will end up in Hell. That's not God's will. He sent His Son to suffer and die on the cross for you. You broke God's Law, but Jesus paid your fine. That means He can legally dismiss your case. He can commute your death sentence: "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." Then Jesus rose from the dead and defeated death. Then read your Bible daily and obey it. It's up to you to decide no one can stand in your place on judgment day not your preacher or the pope. Your good works, praying, being a good person or going to church will not save you only Jesus can. Please, repent (turn from sin) today and trust in Jesus alone, and God will grant you the gift of everlasting life.

Amber (Elizabeth Roberts) is a pretty lady with a checkered past. She married young and the union didn't last long; she has had a few other bad choices in relationships. Whenever the going gets tough, Amber gets going and starts driving away. Running out of gas, she lands in a small Midwestern town and decides to stay. Very quickly, Amber finds a job in a floral shop and rents an apartment above an antique store. The establishment's owner, Clay (Rik Swartzwelder who also wrote the fine script) is a very unusual man. He doesn't "date" and he refuses to be in the same room alone with a woman who is not his wife. Thus, when an appliance breaks in Amber's apartment, she must step outside while Clay fixes it. Clay relates that he is a Christian man and has a firm direction, now, in life. Yet, without a doubt, he thinks Amber is pretty and she believes him handsome. Slowly, something akin to a twosome starts building. Shunning dates, Clay and Amber nevertheless trek to places together, like the hardware store, the library, and the grocery. Yet, Amber is startled to learn that Clay was once a "player" on college and that HE STILL is friends with a radio shock jock who Amber abhors. Most importantly, Amber may go on to another town, for Clay seems unable to declare his feelings. Will it be a happy or sad finish? This very lovely Pureflix film has two great things going in the lead thespians. Roberts is beautiful and funny as the troubled Amber while Swartzwelder is very handsome and compelling as Clay. Not only that, he WROTE the nice script, also. All of the supporting cast, not well known, do a fine job as well, while the scenery, costumes and photography are top notch. There are a couple of scenes that may confuse viewers, as they seem to display not quite Christian values but ultimately do. Released as a foil to the very objectionable Fifty Shades of Grey, this nice romantic drama will please those seeking the same.

In a time where it is common place to hand out condoms in high schools, and support abortions instead of teaching abstinence, Old Fashioned was a refreshing movie. Oh that there were more men out there like Clay...more young women who are drawn to the goodness of men like Clay...Old Fashioned is not a fairy tale but what life could be like when priorities are in line with how we were created....after all "dating doesn't make us better husbands and wives, it just makes us better dates".

Highly recommend for parents with teens getting ready for the dating age.. We watched it as a family and the lessons are still being talked about.

We need more movies like this. Well written, well cast, all around great film.

Seriously don't watch one of the worst movies of the current generation. I'm pretty sure I got cancer from watching it. Blah blah. It's just another Christian make you feel bad about yourself movie. It's whole theory is that dating is wrong and bad and you'll only cause yourself pain by living a normal life. If one more movie like this gets released the entirety of the entertainment industry will go under. I could keep going on but I need a palette cleanser maybe I'll go watch Pluto Nash. Yea that's sounds like a good idea. How this movie got 7/10 is beyond me I thought we had better standards than this. Nothing good can come out of a movie like this.

What a fantastic portrayal of an alternate view of romance. The one that God intended for us. The best aspect of the film is that the protagonists are not perfect, or pale-faced virgins. They are far from that, and it makes the movie -- and its message--feel more real. The performances are surprisingly fantastic for an indie; Tyler and Clay's grandmother in particular are terrific actors. The scenery is also breathtaking, in particular for those fortunate to have grown up in the rolling hills of Ohio.

The movie is being marketed against 50 Shades, and it is an appropriate contrast. Mutual respect and a love of God are essential components of a healthy, long-term relationship. Life is reality, not fantasy. I only wish I had seen the movie when I was younger. Hopefully young adults everywhere can use the film as a how--to guide for navigating the crazy modern dating world. Thumbs up--way up!!!

This is a story that affirms the goal of growing a healthy love that that is meant to last forever and is built on the choices that will help it last forever.

It is beautifully written, the character's are real people that carry the same flaws that the rest of us carry. The message of hope through grace and forgiveness is a blessing.

The film was visually beautiful. I want to travel to Ohio and see these places.

The music was incredible. I have already pre-ordered the soundtrack.

Watching this was a special "Date Night" with my husband. We are getting tickets for our grown children. This movie is a gift to anyone who sees it.

Old Fashioned is original, honest, and compelling.

A gem of a film in the faith-based genre, it had just the right amount of tension and humor, and a wide array of perspectives on love and relationships. Swartzwelder's approach to faith, life, forgiveness and grace is refreshing for the genre and is sure to give audiences plenty to think about when the credits roll. Elizabeth Roberts is charming and magnetic. I expect to see her a lot more around Hollywood.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie and can't wait to see what's next from Rik. Fathers, take your sons to this movie. Mothers, take your daughters. This is a movie worth seeing, not just because of its message, but because it's a good story, well told.

I went in quite skeptical, but left deeply touched by the story and the stunning cinematography. The movie takes time to develop its characters and to create true art. The interplay between the soundtrack and the actors is reminiscent of the independent film "Once". The movie contains religious elements without being predictable or preachy. The film's intelligent commentary on modernity removes it from the category of vapid chick flick. It appeals to a wide audience in terms of world view, age, and gender because of its honest look at the dangers of moral relativism and religious fanaticism. The film has a refreshing realism about it because of the actors' dialogue and looks. The two main characters' depth of life experience make them easy to relate to regardless of one's world view or past.

Beautifully acted and well written film that leaves you feeling good about life! Elizabeth Roberts's performance is compelling and makes you fall in love with Amber. I was moved emotionally and spiritually by both characters and their story together. You can't watch this movie and not leave happier. The cinematography was equally beautiful! It made me want to move to Ohio for the breathtaking views! I can't compare it to another film because I feel that it is in a class of it's own. Or at least I have never seen a romantic comedy with an emphasis on spirituality. I loved that combination and would love to see more films like it. I loved that the characters felt real and addressed real issues. I especially loved the spiritual connection that was addressed in their relationship. Beautiful story and beautiful film!

My friends invited me to go and see this movie on Valentine's day the year it came out. I was so glad to learn that there was another option for romance movie other than the shades of grey. I'm so thankful for that. That alone made me sure that the Old Fashioned will be great. Excellent movie in every way. Its authentic. Genuine. I was extremely pleased with skillfulness and the talent in the way the movie was produced. It kept me interested the whole time, not many movies are able to carry that out. The actors are just perfect. I recommend this movie to everyone. Especially to those who want to learn about romance God's way, those who've been deeply hurt by relationships and hope to have it right someday. There is a more excellent way in everything, especially in romance. If you have a judgmental spirit and you do not respect sexual purity, maybe the shades of grey is better for you. I'd recommend you to consider to possibly watch Old Fashioned with an open heart to see a different way of a relationship. I've learned so much from this movie, it's a treasure in my library. Marriage is the one most important decision that a person can ever make in his or her life and never should be taken lightly. So deeply thankful for this movie and the producer Rik for educating people in a beautiful creative way about the most important issue of life: waiting for the right mate and marriage. Many miss the point of marriage: it's becoming the person you want to be with. You can't go into marriage with weak morals, character and full of lust, it will destroy it. Old Fashioned teaches and shows us in a unique way how to build a solid foundation in a person's character after suffering in relationships and in case of carrying the guilt from the dark past. Old Fashioned is one the few most favorite movies for me. I hope it will bless you.

I had no expectations prior to seeing the film. Romantic comedy was always a genre that I tolerated out of love for my wife. I was pleasantly surprised by how touched I was by this fantastic movie. Drawing comparisons to other films of this kind was nearly impossible. The film stands out as unique in my opinion. Old Fashioned merges romance and drama with splashes of endearing and believable real life comedy. It has all of the essential elements of character an plot building to pull you into the story. All of the characters are well developed and real. I quickly became very involved in their lives and began rooting for them to resolve their issues.

Visually, the movie is beautiful. The locations were well chosen and stunning. Tuscarawas county Ohio is a surprisingly picturesque part of the world. The rustic buildings and natural wonders add to the charm.

Overall, the film is well paced, wonderfully written and directed, and filled with memorable well acted characters. After watching Old Fashioned, I felt like I wanted to court my wife all over again. I can't wait to see it again and to take my two daughters with me this time. I would recommend seeing this movie with someone special or the whole family. I couldn't see how anyone could walk away feeling anything but blessed for having seen it.

I was overly impressed by this film in many ways. First and foremost, Rik Swartzwelder did not take a Christian themes and "cram" them down the viewers throats, which is normally my experience with this type of film. Instead, he was able to create a film that anyone could watch and enjoy.

It's a film that extreme conservatives may not like, and it's a film extreme liberals may not like! But what's wonderful about it, is that it's a film the average person can relate to! Most of us are not extreme, yet we all have been on a journey, struggling to find our way in some form or another. Therefore, we can relate to both Clay and Amber. Maybe we don't relate to Clay's theories, but we relate to his struggles.

This film never once goes "too far" and the Christian theme never once over powers the love story. This says SO much for all who contributed to this film.

This truly is a sweet, romantic, date night film, with beautiful cinematography that everyone will enjoy.

We all have skeletons in our closet and the regrets that follow. Such an inspirational story of one man's journey and a second chance . . . all the time remembering his past and not giving in to the same temptations as he tries to get it right.

This movie captures everything that men get wrong in relationships and how men are truly called to treat women. The only thing wrong with this movie is that it was not made before I hit puberty.

Old Fashioned will make most men squirm and breathe a huge sigh of relief, and be filled with hope leaving the theatre.

If you are planning to take your girlfriend, fiancé, or wife to this movie be warned that your relationship will be in serious jeopardy of lasting love.

Old Fashioned was recommended by someone very close to me. Because I have two small children, I'm not able to watch many movies, but for some reason this one really piqued my interest. It is a beautiful, beautiful film. I'm so glad that someone recommended it to me.

My husband and I watched Old Fashioned together the first time. I watched it later on my laptop because it so deeply drew me in and I was able to better observe some of the beautiful imagery and symbolism in the film~ Rick Swartzwelder, the Producer/Director/Screenwriter of this film is extremely gifted in painting an exquisite canvas of the images/scenes that make up this movie. I think that a person has to watch it at least twice to fully appreciate his artistry and sensitivity in making this film.

Old Fashioned is not your typical sweet love story served Hallmark- style. It is a gritty, sometimes-painful look into the lives of two flawed ~ but deeply-searching human beings who find, through the grace of Christ, deep love for one another. And yet at the same time, it is fun to watch, peppered with enough humor to lighten the heaviness of some of the themes. The story-line also just draws the viewer in; it was so excellently done.

Description of the movie:

Clay Walsh is a "former frat boy" (from the back cover of the film) who has turned to Christ and forsaken his formerly-sinful lifestyle. He lives in a small midwestern town in the state of Ohio where he works in an antique shop restoring "old-fashioned" odds and ends. He holds high ideals for a flawless courtship, one in which he has pledged not to be alone in a room with a woman who is not his wife. As the film unfolds, the viewer learns that Clay still struggles with severe guilt over his past sins and is trying in his own strength to keep his high standards. Later, he embraces the grace of Christ over his past regrets and a beautiful transformation occurs in Clay's life.

The main female character, Amber, is a fun-loving unbeliever who goes wherever the wind takes her, who has been hurt in past relationships, and who providentially ends up in Ohio, renting the small apartment above the building where Clay restores furniture. She is mystified by Clay's gentlemanly behavior, sincerity, and high ideals, although she thinks him a "little odd."

Clay and Amber slowly and sweetly, though sometimes painfully, fall in love with one another. Clay ultimately sheds his legalistic mindset toward romantic love while at the same time still maintaining his high standards and respect towards women. Amber, in my understanding, embraces Christ as her Savior toward the end of the film, realizing that "all things have been made new," (referencing her past sinful life of mistakes and broken relationships), and Clay and Amber become engaged in a very tender love scene (enter box of tissues and replay button ;-)).

Some things (among others :-)) that I LOVED about this film: Clay's sensitivity towards Amber and his genuine love and respect for her that is not "forced." Amber's conversion and her very realistic portrayal of a woman who has been hurt in past relationships but who comes to know Christ and understand His forgiveness. The artistic spin that Rick Swartzwelder gives to the film. The beautiful biblical message of redemption and grace and true Christlike behavior from a man towards a woman. The film writer's willingness to take on difficult issues with tact and grace in a realistic manner.

I would recommend this film for anyone over the age of 16-18. I tend to stay on the conservative side of things, because I always believe that it is better to wait until a person is mature enough to handle the content that they view. So, even though this film is a sweet, sensitive, Christ-honoring love story, I believe that the content is more appropriate for a late-teen/adult audience.

So go grab your husband, or a friend, or several friends and watch this movie! :-) It is a wonderful film for couples to watch together - it is a wonderful film to watch alone with a nice big slice of cake :-). I hope that it will bless you as much as it blessed my heart. We need more films like it.