Drew Fuller (Jason) should most certainly not be working in the acting businesshe badly overacts throughout the movie, creating a mediocre effect to the movie right off the bat. This is what disappoints me about good clean movies, they don't receive enough publicity. I thank God for His ultimate sacrifice and His free gift of salvation. It was lent to me by a friend who knew that I would be home for a week following surgery. It was truly inspiring, heartfelt, moving, emotional, and clean. With regard to this, I especially think of the scene in Ecuador. This movie teaches such important life lessons it should not be overlooked by anyone. If you could witness one event past, present, or future, what would it be? Normally I would have walked out, except that I had roped a friend along to see it and he did not initially express any negative reactions. The art of life is to get the message., Emily seems to understand that message. Oh my gosh, I loved this movie. Agreement, anyone? The characters in The Ultimate Gift are at times stereotypicalgruff but loving grandfather, cranky lawyer, misguided youthbut strong performances make them enjoyable and realistic. Thus, it is refreshing to see in a context if minimal violence. This film was incredible! SPOILERS FOLLOW. When I urge those to seek it out, they have never heard of the film. Inspirational antidote to loud, violent fare, A good movie ruined by all the wrong key cast, Copyright 2019 Living Scriptures Inc. |. director of photography Film Editing by Scott Chestnut Casting By Mitzi Corrigan Beverly Holloway Production Design by Stephen Storer Art Direction by Linden Snyder This is a great movie it is great for life lessons and to learn what is the best way to live. After the movie discuss the gifts and the character development with your kids. Firstly, there was nothing religious in it at all except for a mention of a church near the very end. The friend who recommended this film likes sentimental slop so I should have known better, but after reading quite a few comments here on IMDb, I thought it sounded a cut about "Tuesdays With Morrie". You won't be sorry. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film directed by Michael O. Sajbel from a screenplay written by Cheryl McKay, which is based on the best selling novel by Jim Stovall, who cameos in the film. Samara's other friend catches Emily giving Zoey her number and then later tells Samara . Alex and Ani's set of Best Friend Charm Bangles comes with two shiny bracelets, each with a charm the shape of half a heart, and when the two halves are put together it reads "best friends." $34 . I wouldn't watch it again or rave about it, but it was nice enough and not insufferable. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. was to be with people I love. Our family has watched this movie at least 7 times. suggesting a diversity update. For his reckless and selfish grandson Jason Stevens, who hated him, Red assigns twelve apparently simple tasks called "gifts" - of work, money, friends, learning, problems, family, laughter, dreams, giving, gratitude, a day and love - challenging the playboy Jason to a journey of discoveries. I think that the main thing that is illustrated by his use of putting his feeling in his chara during his childhood and adolescence by trying his hardest to been seen as he is, a smart, Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D. and William D. Danko, Ph.D. wrote The Millionaire Next Door, which is a highly informative book about what it takes to become wealthy. The introduction is a reflection of Emily's funeral. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. This doesn't deserve anything higher than a 3! Awesome movie of changing for the better! He could try to show her what he had learned in hopes of starting to change her too. This is too bad because it does have a good message and it tells an inspiring story. If you remember Wayne tells Stefanie Powers that she and her husband to be which turned out to be Patrick Wayne that as his daughter she will get a small well stocked spread, but not the cattle empire that he built. Drew Fuller (Black Sash, Charmed, and Army Wives) was brilliant I think that he really showed his range in the film. And here begins the episodic journey during which Jason learns about poverty, compassion, friends, death, and spirituality that changes Jason into a full human being and creates a character who gives back more than he gets. Think it will be exciting to watch the movie shock some Hollywood types and movie skeptics with its grass roots appeal. The Ultimate Gift, a drama directed by Michael O. Sajbel and released in 2006, tells the story of a thoroughly spoiled and rebellious man Jason, whose dying grandfather decides to put him through a series of obstacles, leading to what he calls 'the ultimate gift'. Why did Emily poison Homers soul. I'd happily watch it again. Many reviewers suggested this was a Christian movie. Brian Wright Copyright 2008. This is terrible in every respect, so hopefully people will be a little more honest in the future and give this a score it deserves! He also encountered many problems in his gift like losing everything he had. (2019, January 28 . (There are supposed to be 12 gifts, like the labors of Hercules, but I couldn't find that many.) Drew Fuller plays the lead Jason and to be honest, the moment I saw him was like "isn't that Chris Halliwell from the television series Charmed" because I have to be honest after Charmed I don't remember seeing Drew anywhere else. Abigail Breslin steals the show as young Emily. Instead, he let her to into his bedroom and wait naked while he went for a walk. Oh there were many great moments. It's fitting to contrast cinematic dramas such as these with what I decried in so much modern fare with my previous review of Dark Knight. Drug lords in the Ecuadorian jungle hold Jason and his guide at gun point. So, this filthy rich bastard is made to dig post holes on a ranch and find one true friend, which he finds in little Abigail Breslin who is dying of leukemia. A. Many of them are, but not the Ultimate Gift. A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? Maybe it doesn't have outstanding special effects, or a main-role actor or actress who deserves an Academy Award, but the plot it's so great, that makes you analyze your own situation and feel thankful for what you have and realize you're missing a lot of nice simple great things of life and it even makes you want to be a better person! After all, Jason's spent countless thousands on her, this is his first ever credit card glitch and she has no real reason to believe he is detached from his great wealth. Alcohol, on the other hand, isnt, and seems to be used merely as a kind of visual shorthand intended to remind us that were dealing with wealthy people. Stupid mistakes too! In the end, Jason chooses to build a hospital called Emily's Home, before Emily died. Why is everything shrouded in secrecy? Also, the plot is haywire and unsequenced. As she battled tax scandal, family secrets, and class separation.. Unless you're a Christian and/or of below average intelligence. Don't just see the movie - watch what it's about to do. Several of the plot points seemed to be empty filler, useless MacGuffins. So it is forgivable that the romance was rushed without enough together time to really have great chemistry. We love movies. Family was a main part because family raises you to become who you are and that they also support you in what you are doing if its right to them. After the passing of Red, and the funeral, the relatives of Red Stevens congregated in a room to hear the will and what they would receive. Overall:5.5 Artistic/Entertainment Content:3 Spiritual Content:4 Family Friendliness: 4. (Younger kids will probably be bored). Jason escapes and makes it home. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer OFM Conv. With the money he later received, he built a foundation for people with cancer and their families to get help. But, Red has planned for his death carefully. When Jasons apartment is taken from him, he suggests moving in with her. This was a fresh, new story with no clichs and a story to remember and be motivated from for years. However, the end was somewhat surprising, because of the dynamic change that the main character went through. This is good family movie to watch with you kids, 8 years or older, who are able to grasp the concepts the movie depicts. If you chose to provide an email address, it will only be used to contact you about your comment. As Mark Urman of film distribution company ThinkFilms told the Los Angeles Times, While there has always been a great deal of philanthropy in the film business, this is a new iteration: relatively inexperienced people entrenched in another part of the industry making accomplished feature films. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth and never had to work for anything in his life. Abigail Breslin was great and she and Drew had great chemistry as did Drew and Ali Hillis whose great performance I think was lost in the shuffle. When we can learn from other peoples problems we begin to master life The gift of family. His acting in this movie was very uneven, sometimes he seemed to be somewhere else and completely lost the interest in playing that Jason role, but sometimes, he seemed to merge himself into that role, he got no feeling at all to this character and lacking a convincing acting talent to play this role; in summary, a very bad and non-talent actor. True, he doesn't see it through, but even so I felt so let down by Jason's behaviour at that point that this movie ultimately comes across as mediocre. Knowing as I went into the film that it was a "Christian" story, I had placed a lower ceiling on my expectations. Pathetic. What irritates me the most is the lack of sympathy for any character; whilst main character is a boring playboy, his "masters" are all very confident and look like playing games all the time. This would be a fairytale. He had to work for what he wanted instead of just having it handed to him. Again, her dialog was way too matured and way too adult, not a bit like a young kid physically weakened by terminal disease, because most of the time, she didn't look a bit sick even in her hospital bed. However, if you enjoy all these sugar-sweet generic dramas, you might enjoy it. - as avaricious and self-centered as he is. Attending the reading of billionaire Howard 'Red' Stevens,the family leave one by one in a huff,as they discover that "Red" has not left anything for their life of luxury. The Ultimate Gift is a really great feel good film and whether you are 8 or 80 you can appreciate the message that the film tries to get across. We see the tops of her shoulders in bra straps as she waits for him, but he doesnt take the bait. Your privacy is important to us. It recalls a time when Emily became reclusive and unwelcoming to guest. We felt a full range of emotions during the movie and even shed a few tears. BUT: Just one scene before, we saw clearly, that there are at least five other poor people taken as hostages; and the leader of the bandits exclaimed clearly, that he will kill them all the next day (by the way: Why? I hope that seeing this will inspire others to live out the gift and that we see more such movies being made. She is a parishioner at St. Pius X Church, Conyers. We know hes going to be humbled but the way it goes down doesnt strain credulity apart from his Ecuadorian kidnapping which feels like something out of MacGyver. Jason learns from his guide that the story he had always believed about his father's death was a lie, fabricated by his grandfather out of guilt and shame for trying to push Jason's father into the oil business. I thought this was one of the worst movies I have seen in quite some time. Jason a reckless young man sets in pursuit for the ultimate gift which his late grandfather had promised in his will. It is difficult to feel any sympathy for someone who has had everything handed to them. I wont go too in-depth in the plot (read the summary), but each gift that Jason received in the movie is very moving and powerful. I have not read the book, yet I am sure that this is one of the better adaptions of a book to movie. So that plot-line was very thin. He uses it to create a state-of-the-art medical facility for families experiencing severe health challenges. The movies strong stewardship message implies that he has become someone wholl use his resources to benefit othersand that viewers should go and do likewise. Why was Jason selected for the Ultimate Gift He is the last hope in the family Ground rules for the gift are meet with Mr. Hamilton at the first of every month to receive an element What happens if Jason is too much trouble the process stops Who were Jason, Miss Hastings and Mr. Hamilton going to see in Alpine, TX? A family member jokingly asks Jason, Are you on crack again?, Jason carelessly zips up to an airport entrance on a motorcycle with police in tow, suggesting hed been riding recklessly and/or speeding. They're all this way. (Maybe more so, because I've worked with little girls like her, and you are changed forever by the incredible experience.) What is the moral lesson of at wars end by rony diaz? In 2005, a press release from the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy stated that the organization would be creating an affiliation with The Ultimate Gift Experience to use the story of The Ultimate Gift to promote philanthropy in North Americas not-for-profit health care institutions., Its easy to see why so many groups and companies are rallying around a film such as this one, as it eloquently promotes selfless giving. Totally recommended for the whole family! I really hate to think that films are going to split between "Saw II" and "I Saw the Light." I caught a blurb about the film including mini synopsis to wit: Grandfather dies and leaves challenges, rather than $$$$$ to his errant playboy grandson. This is one of the most generic pieces of wannabe films I have ever seen! I didn't even know there WAS a "Fox Faith" line of movies, but I will check from now on and avoid them. As Jason works through these twelve gifts in twelve months he comes to see Red Stevens as more than a dead billionaire. In the end good potential does not carry the day. It also was released on a limited number of screens. 162 Pages. A. boring mill And just in case you somehow managed to miss the message that they have been pounding into your skull for nigh unto two full hours at this point, the filmmakers thoughtfully provide a recap of each of Jason's "gifts" as part of the closing credits. Jason can't make it without these true, unselfish friends. Although the film could be in danger of being over sentimental and corny I did not find it so, I believe it delivered the messages in a simple and understated way that made them believable. They are repeated, named, and illustrated with film clips. Nothing more. Then he is rewarded with $100,000,000, which he uses to build a hospital called Emily's Home, named after Emily. Not all that bad to be honest. I love this movie it is in my top 10. Most of the roles are one-dimensional--the crusty family lawyer, the greedy aunts and uncles, Jason's sexy scheming girlfriend, the tough Texas ranch owner, the Andean drug lords (don't ask), the private detective, and all the rest. But I must say that this film actually did make me laugh here and cry there! Jason and the guide are captured there and taken hostage by militants for several weeks, until Jason manages to ensure their escape. Inconsiderate and uncaring, he shows up to his grandfather's funeral unfashionably late and in a roaring hot rod. Emily and Jason aggress to tell Mr. Hamilton that they are close friends and they expect to continue the friendship forever. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film directed by Michael O. Sajbel from a screenplay written by Cheryl McKay, which is based on the best selling novel by Jim Stovall, who cameos in the film. While doing these tasks in order to get an anticipated pot-of-gold, Jason is mentored and guided and even loved by a Texas rancher (Brian Dennehy), a wise lawyer, a single mother (Alii Hillis), her young daughter (Abigail Breslin) who has leukemia, and an Ecuadorian guide. The Ultimate Gift doesnt always avoid these pitfalls but it does manage to choose the right mallet. This is a family, Christmas, feel-good tear jerker. I write a review very rarely and if there is a review for a movie title with my name, its either one of the best or the worst.In this case its the 1st one.I would describe myself as a normal movie goer wanting to forget my work & home troubles and I definitely do not want to return home confused and sad(thats why I am not a fan of European movies).This movie delivered me exactly what I wanted. This is an engaging and highly watchable film. That will go to the nation as a national park. The problem with this film is in the acting. How much of Jason's own money did he spend on Brian's car engine? I plan to add it to my collection of videos. But the value of friendship is the important moral of this story and worth working through a few of those tears. He learnt that giving felt just as good as receiving and that the world does not revolve around him. Usually its wine. A cynic may proclaim it to be predictable and clichd but a movie this meaningful should not be viewed through cynical eyes. If you expected The Godfather, Steel Magnolias, or The Deer Hunter, this is NOT your movie. Sometimes, it feels to be one of those religious movies with moral lessons and stuff; however, until the point I watched, there was no message. At the funeral and the reading of the will, each member of his family is revealed to be, as Red expected, selfish and materialistic. When his industrialist grandfather Red Stevens (James Garner) dies, the various family member are disappointed by their inheritance dispersed by Mr. Hamilton (Bill Cobbs) and Miss Hastings (Lee Meriwether). I took my wife to view the movie on a Friday night; with about 60 other people in the movie. Her dialog was too mature and too adult-like, totally unnatural to play as an underage sick kid. Having unworthy children with the exception of a son, who died in a plane crash, Garner decides to put that son's son, also selfish, through a series of tests to show him what life is really all about. The movie had unfortunate drawbacks that stole from the overall mood of the film. How exactly are Grand Daddy's cronies able to instantly turn very wealthy Jason into a penniless, property-less Jason? This movie is probably a better movie than most that exist. There is an audience out there! He asks his grandson, How can I give you something and not have it ruin you like your uncles and aunts? Other messages praise problems (Our lives should be lived not avoiding problems, but welcoming them as challenges) and learning from lifes inevitable hard knocks (Any process worth going through will get tougher before it gets easier. Jason grew spiritually from the 12 gifts that led up to "The Ultimate Gift". What is the "ultimate gift" his grandfather teaches him? Breslin's character has a lot to do with Jason's meandering path to salvation. Please continue producing more movies with true meanings. Though theyre never shown in bed, its implied that Jason and Caitlin had a prior sexual relationship. It is very moving, teaching the values of life, other than money. In reading previous postings, it is apparent that some have not in fact seen the film. The Ultimate Gift a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Still have tears in my eyes! The Ultimate Gift. They do a fine job of avoiding the pitfalls that could make them sappy. But with his passing, he offers him a chance to inherit the wealthiest of treasures, a sense of what really matters most in life. Big thumbs up to the casting director. Ground rules for the gift are. The 'nice' message is an all right moral, but doesn't justify a two hour film. Ground rules for the gift are. The Ultimate Gift The Ultimate Gift The Ultimate Gift The story is all about valuing every little thing around you. It proves a great movie does not need to involve violence and sex Plus, it makes you appreciate all the gifts you've got in your life. By what name was The Ultimate Gift (2006) officially released in India in English? This well thought out job requires Jason to awaken daily at 4-5am, for a full month, and spend each day at hard labor digging fence post holes on a vast ranch. He was able to reach a peace of mind from which he ended his struggles, and he. I am a Christian and while the movie had "nice" themes, "nice" people, "nice" scenes, there were only the thinnest mentions of church within, and I don't think the name Jesus was spoken once. All rights reserved. Of course you can't fault the actors for something that had such a terribly written script. The movie began with the funeral of Red Stevens a very wealthy and successful entrepreneur. There was the extremely cute kid who also happened to be dying. In fact, some of the 'best' people in the film never reveal any religious beliefs. Rather than write a check, you can make a feature film exposing an ill or advancing things about human endeavor.. This movie had everyone laughing and most people even crying (yeah, i don't cry and it got a tear or two). Do not pay attention in the bad reviews in IMDb, and you will see a pleasant movie with a beautiful message. What gift was Jason learning about on the ranch. What it takes to be a truly unique, caring individual whose inner soul really understands the gifts that we are all given. I know I and my wife did. He also became head of all remaining corporations of his deceased grandfather, valued at near $2Billion. Sketch the front, top, and side views of this object. And then, another worse character done by Abigail Breslin who played the role Emily Rose , just anther wrong case to portray a dying young kid with leukemia, a role she played way too over-the-top strong and out of place. [13] Other songs include "Gotta Serve Somebody" by Bob Dylan, "The Thrill is Gone" by B.B. Oh it's certainly nice to watch a movie that isn't full of swearing, drinking alcohol, taking drugs, or having sex without knowing the partners name. Drew Fuller's inexperience shows itself from time to time, as he plays Jason Stevens, the spoiled grandson of a deceased billionaire whose expectations from the will are put off while he is led through several tasks designed to make him a better person. I also was very confused with the relationship between Jason and Alexia. The need to be reminded of the purpose of life and the need to find your true role in it was poignantly illustrated. This Indian man has had a troubling past, along with saying he has a habit breaking other peoples hearts, but he has good friends and even knows a couple of store employees who let him use their stores bathroom. This movie is one of the most powerful and moving films I have ever seen. Among The Ultimate Gifts other (plentiful) positive themes are the many values Red attempts to communicate to Jason via videotape. The plot is thin and transparent, the messages are bludgeoning, and delivered with the finesse of a sledgehammer. The Ultimate Gift, a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Sajbel began with the funeral of Red Stevens, a very wealthy entrepreneur. Learning taught him that his answer to something may not be necessarily correct and that you should listen to what others say and differentiate between them. At the will, Garner's videotape is shown and in it he gives Fuller 12 tasks to complete before he can gain his inheritance. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it. At the end Jason surprises himself and others to lay his hands on the ultimate gift. Red dangles a prize before his grandson, saying that if he does as he's told, he'll eventually possess "the ultimate gift." It wasn't until the end of this film that I worked out why - this film is a pseudo-Christian production trying to push a religious message in the guise of a heartwarming story. I gave this movie a 9 because as much as I did enjoy it there were a few things that didn't completely make sense. It went from a big city to a ranch in Texas to a park bench to a children's ward in a hospital to the jungles.Wow, this movie was so involved and I never knew where it was going to take me next!!! I'm a ten-year old and I think this movie teaches kids that life isn't all fun and games. They branded their own cows with other person's brand. At least, she adds some heart into this rather mechanical movie lesson. But I would see it at least once and own it if I could. The theme of this farce is material wealth and the expenditure of effort make you a worthwhile person. 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