Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Movie Review and a Give-a-way! - Abel's Field

On Sunday afternoon I turned on the TV to watch Abel's Field.  It was a very interesting story. 
About Abel's Field:
Left motherless by tragedy and abandoned by his father, high school senior Seth McArdle (Samuel Davis) faces enormous pressure as he strives to support his little sisters. At school, he endures the daily bullying of the football team. But fighting back only finds him singled out for punishment and assigned to an after-school work detail under the supervision of the reserved groundskeeper, Abel (SOUL SURFER’S Kevin Sorbo). Much to his surprise, Seth discovers that Abel may be the only one who truly understands his struggles. As dark times lure Seth toward desperate measures, the reluctant Abel may be the one person who can point him back toward the light.
My review:  I would not recommend this movie for younger viewers.  It is definitely a thoughtful film.  It can be a little slow at times, but the message is a good one.   I loved the strength and tenacity of Seth.  His character was loving and yet very responsible.  He gives teenage boys a good name.  Forgiveness is definitely a theme of the movie although it wasn't overwhelmingly so.   I would recommend this movie to anyone looking for a clean movie with a good message.  I definitely enjoyed watching it.



Abel's Field
AFFIRM Films/Provident Films
Releases January 22, 2013



To win your very own copy:

Please just leave a comment and tell me your favorite family friendly film!  Don't forget to leave me your e-mail address so I can e-mail you if you won.  The winner will be chosen at random on Monday night, January 28th at 9pm EST.


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  1. Kim @ Homesteader's HeartJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:28 PM

    I just saw the trailer for this yesterday and thought it looked pretty good.
    One of our favorite family movies is the Wood Carver and the Secrets of Jonathan Sperry.
    Have a lovely day.
    Kim

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  2. The HillebrandsJanuary 23, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    I don't really have a favorite "family movie", although a most recent one we watched and enjoyed was Christmas Lodge. I'm always looking for clean movies because they aren't that easy to come by, especially if you want to be entertained.

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  3. AnnaJanuary 23, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    We have yet to find a favorite family movie. We still have the Pixar films but want to get something with a bit more depth! But that will come when they are older I suppose:)

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  4. Maria KJanuary 24, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    My favorite family film is currently Where the Red Fern Grows. My son read the book and we have been watching the movie over again.
    maria_nay@hotmail.com

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  5. SunnieJanuary 24, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    I like HOme Alone
    sunniewoodyplus2 atmsn.com

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  6. ReneeJanuary 25, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    One of our favorite movies to watch together is the Wizard of Oz.

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  7. Da SchonJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    We like Pollyanna. :)

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  8. Angie BaileyJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    One of our favorite family movies is Diary of a Wimpy Kid. abailey_crace@yahoo.com

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  9. KristenJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    We just watched Brave and all liked it. A new favorite.

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  10. Miss SarahJanuary 26, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    A few of our favorite family movies are Runner from Ravenshead and Facing the Giants.

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  11. Miss SarahJanuary 26, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    @Miss Sarah

    Oops! I forgot to leave my e-mail - pennies.points.prizes at gmail dot com

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  12. DeannaJanuary 26, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    fave: Shrek
    deannalw47 AT hotmail DOT com
    xoxo

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  13. BelindaJanuary 26, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    We love Facing The Giants! Excellent movie with a great message.

    mikebelindaconnor at hotmail dot com

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  14. ShelleyJanuary 26, 2013 at 10:03 PM

    We love Mrs. Doubtfire--in fact we just watched it again last night.
    mrspoofa(at)aol.com

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  15. JblantonJanuary 26, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    we like the original willie wonka and the chocolate factory

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    We like Finding Nemo
    marypopmom (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  17. eclairreJanuary 27, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    We like anything by Pixar.

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  18. HannahJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    My favorite family film is "Its a Wonderful Life"
    Hannah
    yellowturtle123 @ yahoo

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  19. UnknownJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    We like all the Air Bud and Bud type movies and the boys favorite right now is Radio. we all enjoy that. ml_mcafee@yahoo.com

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  20. DianaJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    I love Wizard of Oz
    hrddiana556@gmail.com

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  21. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    I like James and the Giant Peach

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  22. LuckyTJGJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    The Wood Carver is my fave!

    LuckyTJG at cs dot com

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  23. ~ Sam ~January 28, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Santa Clause 3 (yes, year round! Lol)
    s_hill2009@yahoo.com

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  24. momma8385January 28, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    Our favorite movies are "Mary Poppins and Little Annie".
    :)Jeanne Bates Tennant
    jeannebates_t@yahoo.com

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  25. Audrey GriffisJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    so many great movies to watch with families we love disney movies but i love the wizard of oz

    luckyladybug67@gmail.com

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  26. alyssasmomJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    One of our favorite movies to watch together as a family is The diary of a wimpy kid movies. Hallmark movies are always great as well.

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  27. EliseJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:32 PM

    Our favorite movie to watch Cars

    Elisegardner0@gmail.com

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  28. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    My favorite family friendly movie is "Soul Surfer". My whole family loves it and I love that it is a true story of a Christian girl who overcame tough odds.

    miragonz84@yahoo.com

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  29. Jessica BrachoJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    I think any Muppet movie is a great family movie, I love Muppet Christmas Carol, and the new The Muppets.
    love_jellybean_love at hotmail dot com

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  30. EllenJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Love Elf

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  31. Corene h.January 28, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    Our family loves to watch the parent trap!!
    Corenelea@gmail.com

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  32. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    Our family likes to watch Facing The Giants.

    Obrigada.thanku AT gmail DOT com

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  33. kathy fJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    We love Courageous.

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  34. Theresa MJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    All of our children are older now and my husband and I watch the Waltons and Little House on the Prairie one or the other every night haha. We love them. They are always great shows for children too. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  35. Theresa MJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    I forgot my email address too. It is for Theresa M and it is Buckytheresa5@aol.com

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  36. AmandaPJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    How to Train Your Dragon is our favorite family film. southernangel717@yahoo.com

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  37. HeatherJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Our favorite movie is " Toy Story"
    tsamaddi@gmail.com

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  38. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    My family loves Facing the Giants!
    threebeautifulchildren@gmail.com

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  39. JackieJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    It's an old one...but "Big" with Tom Hanks is one of our family favorites.
    Thanks!
    jackievillano at gmail dot com

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  40. tina reynoldsJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    We loved Hatchi

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  41. kaseyconeJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    I love the lion king!

    kaseycone@yahoo.com

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  42. Sue BuntingJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    TheSavySue(at)yahoo(dot)com favorite family friendly film is Wizard of Oz!

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  43. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    My favorite family friendly film is Wizard of OZ.

    Lindtastic@yahoo.com

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  44. CoolestmommyJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    We love all the Veggie Tales. My hubby and I know all the words, too. :-)

    coolestmommy2000 at gmail dot com

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  45. The Wheeler'sJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    We watch a lot of Barbie movies at our house lol
    Ash_wheeler@hotmail.com

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  46. luckynordbergJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    I like Eight Below.

    arifamily at comcast.net

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  47. Lisa @ Simply Things FamilyJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    The Wizard of Oz

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  48. SavannahJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    My favorite family film hmm that is a really hard question! I watch so many movies with my little guys.
    Right now we seem to watch Brave at least once a week so that may be our favorite :).

    savannahm1987@gmail.com

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  49. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    The Lion King is our favorite family friendly movie.
    sweetbettysue@gmail.com

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  50. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    We really like August Rush and October sky...most Disney movies like Mulan Aladdin Monsters In

    josiehink122026(at)gmail(dot)com

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  51. Mandy Baros PhotographyJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    My favorite family movie is Tron.. My kids love the movement and the music involved in the movie. :)

    mandyandcameron@yahoodotcom

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  52. DanaJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    Shrek(s) is our go to favorite. bluejeansrosary69@yahoo.com

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  53. EmiJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    Our favorite is Sound of Music.

    etotschinger at yahoo dot com

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  54. RandiJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    One of our favorite family friendly movies is "Courageous." My 14 year old son asked for it for Christmas. It has the right amount of action/message.

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  55. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:23 PM

    I love all Pixar movies.I also saw Courageous and I really enjoyed that one.I've heard Abel's Field is a good family movie.Thank you for the great giveaway!
    tigers3450@att.net
    God Bless :)

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  56. Del @ Blogger GatewayMarch 22, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    Seeking faith-based blog reviewers for BREAK AWAY DVD (new Christian movie)

    Discovering your website this week, I am interested in knowing how I may submit a new Christian movie on DVD for your review.

    Please review the following information and let me know by next Thursday, (3/28/13) if you are interested. I recently discovered faith-based product review of Abel's Field on your website, so this DVD seems like a great fit.

    Break Away DVD
    Releases April 23, 2013

    This inspirational film comes from the makers of "Faith Like Potatoes" and "Journey to Grace".

    BREAK AWAY synopsis:

    Francois is a hard-working husband and dad that gets laid off from his job. None of his efforts to get another job succeed, and he is forced to use what he has, including an old bicycle, in order to provide for his family. With the help of his "black sheep" brother, a bicycle shop owner and a pro-cyclist, Francois makes some life-changing discoveries about his life, career and faith in God.

    Although a fictional story, BREAK AWAY, was inspired by true events around the recession that left people without work. The message brings hope and offers practical and Biblical solutions in a very entertaining way.

    Watch the trailer, and learn more about the film:
    Break Away YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDUWbhSu5z4
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    Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to your reply.

    Del
    Blogger Gateway
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