I bought this dvd, The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry DVD, 2010, after hearing a promo on a local Christian TV channel. I wanted to buy it for my granddaughter. I watched it & was very impressed by the entire viewing, but especially by the fact that it addressed the subject of death & the afterlife....which "we" (most of the western culture) do not seem to discuss. There is alot of MISinformation in & out of the church...most of it due to lack of knowledge (found in The Word)or man's traditions. This film, based on the life of a REAL man, Jonathan Sperry, found a way to approach death & deal with the reality of the afterlife while in this present life! AWESOME! This is just one of the themes running through this film. Considering our cultures' dark entertainment values, movies like this need to be supported & upheld. It shows the values that have all but disappeared from our society in the last 50-60 years or so (the dvd takes place in mid-70s)...something I WANT my children AND grandchildren to be able to comprehend...because thay don't see these values as much in our world today. They see alot more violence & deception/manipulation occurring, even in the seemingly less harmful childrens' fare of today's pop culture. I highly recommend this dvd to watch with your family & friends, churched or not churched...it WILL bring up some real discussions & may initiate some investigation & searching!Read full review
This is a great movie for the whole family. It illustrates how faith can be spread, one person at a time. The movie also shows how even those whose hearts are hardened can be touched and changed by God. As you watch the movie, you will laugh and cry, and the ending may not be what you expect. It does, however, sum up the whole theme of the movie, which is love and compassion for one's neighbor. The neighborhood where the movie was filmed is beautiful, and the three boys who are the main characters are exceptional. Gavin McLeod and Robert Guillaume are both brilliant in their roles. If you are a Christian, the movie will reinforce your beliefs; if not, it may very well cause you to examine your life and make some major changes. I highly recommend "The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry" for young and old alike!Read full review
"The Secrets Of Jonathan Sperry" is one of those rare movies that comes along once in awhile. It's a heartwarming story that the entire family will not only love watching but will learn from it. I found by watching this movie how far short I come on loving others the way we should. To be a Christian like Jonathan Sperry should be every Christian's desire. It is a touching message that will impact the young and old. The boy's that play in this movie learned a valuable lesson about love and forgiveness and so should all that watches it. You may also want to get out the tissues, my wife and I had to. Don't worry about the PG rating, it's for mild thematic elements only, there is nothing unclean in this movie. It's worth watching and sharing, Christian or not.
What a refreshing, excellent movie! My entire family loves this movie. It will go along side my other classics to keep for years to come. This would be an excellent movie to feature at a Youth Group or church family night! It has appeal to young and old alike. No profanity. No concerns that your child will hear or see something unhealthy. Great Christian focus on Jesus. Great example of a mentor for children. Great example of forgiveness and gentle conversion to Christinaity with love. I highly recommend it to Christian families and churches. This is a keeper!
This film was recommended to me by my son. I was pleasantly surprised and so very pleased with the story. Not only were we presented with the Biblical plan of the salvation of man, but it was wonderfully built around a delightful story of instilling character traits and compassion into our young people. The photography and color were excellent. It is a first rate film that will fascinate you with its simple truths for a happy and productive life. We need more films of this calliber. In a world of intense tecnology, where children are forgetting how to be children and neglecting the wonderfulness of the great outdoors and all of its pleasures, this film is a great reminder. A must see for the entire family!
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