Billy Graham Presents - Road to Redemption

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Christian comedy Road to Redemption has a lot going for it, including a cute concept, sharp comic direction, and a winning cast bound to give the film crossover appeal to secular audiences. A financially strapped couple, Amanda (Julie Condra) and Alan (Jay Underwood), "borrow" $250,000 from Amanda's mobster boss, Santoro (Leo Rossi), and bet it all on a racehorse that doesn't come through. Terrified of Santoro's wrath, Amanda goes in search of her wealthy grandfather, Nathan (Pat Hingle), who is in ill health but agrees to give her the money if she'll go fishing with him in Montana--more than a thousand miles away. Meanwhile, Alan is forced by Santoro to accompany an enforcer, Vincent (Tony Longo), and a tracker (Wes Studi) to catch up with Amanda and get the cash. The latter situation yields a lot of laughs, especially through feckless Alan's unlikely friendship with Vincent, with whom he bonds over eight-track recordings of David Cassidy's greatest hits. Amanda and Nathan are also funny together but have many poignant experiences as well, including Nathan's gentle explanations about the comfort he takes in his relationship with God. Writer-director Robert Vernon makes it all crackling entertainment with a real heart. --Tom Keogh

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A young couple struggling with their finances is looking for a way to make quick money. Amanda's boss is involved in the mob, and she finds a stash of money and a list of rigged winners for an upcoming horse race. She and her boyfriend Alan decide to take a chance and "borrow" the money, bet on a winning horse, and get out of debt. Her plan goes awry and the mob goes after them. She has no choice but to ask her estranged, wealthy grandfather for help. She embarks on a cross country trip to visit her grandfather, and unsuspectingly, finds herself on a spiritual journey as well.

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Billy Graham has .......2007-07-16

the best dvds. This one has it all. Redemption, family reconcilation, and lots of laughs. A young woman is in trouble and needs to find money fast. Her grandfather promises the money but makes one request. An excellent family film.

Cheesy, but good........2007-01-05

The overall theme and message of this movie is great, but the action gets a little cheesy at times. Don't let this discourage you, however, it is a worthwhile film.

Awesome entertaining entertaining comedy with a message.......2005-12-01

This is simply one the best movies I've seen in a very long time.
I wasn't expecting much when I sat down to watch but was surprised how much I was moved watching it. The base of the movie is comedy but I also found myself being anxious and moved to tears, especially at the end. It's actually a very happy ending, but it makes you cry. It's also got some nice stunts and a cool car chase.
The Christian message of salvation is wonderfully done in this movie and I think appeals to everyone. I highly highly recommend this movie for your collection and to give to others who need some joy and hope in their lives.

Very funny and moving.......2004-04-26

It's always a risk to buy a DVD sight unseen, but I bought this gem based on some reviews I've read and the fact that it's made by Worldwide Pictures who have produced some great movies (Vow to Cherish, Something to sing about).

Road to Redemption tells of a young couple Amanda Tucker (the lovely Julie Condra) and Alan Fischer (Jay Underwood) who are sick of struggling along financially so "borrow" some money from Amanda's boss who also happens to be a Mob boss, along with the money comes racing tips for some fixed races so off they go to the racing track. All does not go to plan and Amanda finds herself having to leave town to track down her Grandfather Nathan (Pat Hingle) in order to hit him up for some cash so she can pay back her boss.

There are some excellent performances put in by the lead actors as well as the supporting mobsters Tony Longo as Vincent the enforcer is very amusing as it Wes Studi as Frank Lightfoot. There are some real funny set pieces in this film and some of it reminded me of the also excellent Dumb and Dumber (minus the crudeness).

Road to Redemption is a family friendly comedy with real heart. It's extremely amusing and a joy to watch. It also very moving and touching as well as Amanda gets to know her Grandfather and learns about what is most important in life. I recommend it whole-heartily for anyone needing a good laugh and it's refreshingly free from smut, foul language and jokes made in bad taste.

Enjoy this film and thanks for reading.

Is the Mob after you? God can handle it!.......2003-04-30

This is one Christian film that lots of people will enjoy. I mean believers in Christ and non-believers. It's a great insight on following the road to Christ. It's about a couple, Amanda (Julie Condra) and Alan (Jay Underwood) who found stolen mob money. They decide to gamble the money on horse racing and lose the money. The gangsters find out about this and go after the couple. The grandaughter, Amanda seeks the help of her wealthy grandpa Nathan (Pat Hingle) for the money she needs to pay back the mob. But grandpa has plans. It seems he "got religion" and is willing to give her the money. But she has to drive him to visit his favorite fishing hole some 800 miles away. There are some breathe-taking scenes of Utah. So they're all on the run from the mob and along the way learn a valuable lesson of choices and consequences. In the meantime, God gets Amanda's attention and God gives the mob a run for their money. The movie is rated PG for thematic elements and mild violent content, but still a clean Christian movie. It's advised that very young children shouldn't view this. For older teens and adults may find a lesson to be learned that doing something you know is wrong can only get you into deeper trouble. Billy Graham's 'Road to Redemption' is really a great movie with a great message to lead those to Christ.

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Road to Redemption
Starring: Pat Hingle , Johnny Meyer , Julie Condra , Leo Rossi (II) , and Jay Underwood
Director: Robert Vernon (II)
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Release Date: 2001-12-04

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Customer Reviews:

Billy Graham has .......2007-07-16

Cheesy, but good........2007-01-05

The overall theme and message of this movie is great, but the action gets a little cheesy at times. Don't let this discourage you, however, it is a worthwhile film.

Awesome entertaining entertaining comedy with a message.......2005-12-01

Very funny and moving.......2004-04-26

Enjoy this film and thanks for reading.

Is the Mob after you? God can handle it!.......2003-04-30

Double Trouble, The Road to Redemption Begins Here - Special Edition DVD

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Double Trouble, The Road to Redemption Begins Here - Special Edition DVD

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Sept. 10, 2005 Staples Center - Los Angeles Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao's action-packed fight with Hector Velasquez of Tijuana, Mexico. Catch Pacman, also known as "the Destroyer" hammer veteran journeyman Velasquez making him drop to his knees - a KO in six rounds. Watch Manny display his destroyer moves.... Pacquiao vs. Velasquez Erik Morales vs. Zahir Raheem Also In The Card - Brian Villoria - Rey 'Boom Boom' Bautista

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Billy Graham has
Cheesy, but good.
Awesome entertaining entertaining comedy with a message
Very funny and moving
Is the Mob after you? God can handle it!

Road to Redemption
Starring: Pat Hingle , Johnny Meyer , Julie Condra , Leo Rossi (II) , and Jay Underwood
Director: Robert Vernon (II)
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Customer Reviews:

Billy Graham has .......2007-07-16

Cheesy, but good........2007-01-05

The overall theme and message of this movie is great, but the action gets a little cheesy at times. Don't let this discourage you, however, it is a worthwhile film.

Awesome entertaining entertaining comedy with a message.......2005-12-01

Very funny and moving.......2004-04-26

Enjoy this film and thanks for reading.

Is the Mob after you? God can handle it!.......2003-04-30

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The Trip to Bountiful
Geraldine Page is an Amercan treasure of stage and screen
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The Trip to Bountiful
Starring: Norman Bennett , Richard Bradford , Peggy Ann Byers , Kevin Cooney , and Rebecca De Mornay
Director: Peter Masterson
Manufacturer: C Logic
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Release Date: 2002-02-05

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The Trip to Bountiful.......2004-07-13

This is one of the best, most heartfelt and moving films I have ever seen. It is so simple, and yet so beautiful. The film is about a old woman who wants only to visit her hometown of Bountiful one last time. Some of the best acting I've seen. I highly recommend.

Geraldine Page is an Amercan treasure of stage and screen.......2004-07-07

Although the great Geraldine Page died in 1987, her brilliant screen performances live on! Nominated for 8 Oscars and winner of 1 for Best Actress for her last film "The Trip to Bountiful" in 1986, I find it surprising that many of her films for which she was Oscar nominated are not on DVD (yet). "Summer and Smoke", "Sweet Bird of Youth" (both Tennessee Williams classic works in which she lit up the screen)and "The Trip to Bountiful" are just 3 examples. Hopefully, her devoted fans won't have to wait too much longer.

Good Movies Should Stay.......2004-03-29

This movie should be around for years to come. What happened? I would love to have it in DVD form.

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