Laughing at the Moon

I have to say this particular Christian film I enjoyed very much. It might have something to do with star Alyssa Addison and the character of the eternally optimistic Iris Kreedle that she created.

To say that Addison is socially a misfit is putting it mildly. But when Erin Bethea who is looking for a roommate to share expenses with in their apartment she's not in a position to choose.

It starts off slow but Addison gradually wins over people. If not here personality which admittedly an acquired taste it's her work on behalf of a kid's shelter. She's the very definite of generous. In fact Bethea gets downright jealous.

This is a reworking of the Pollyanna story which goes back to Mary Pickford in silents and of course Hayley Mills for Disney Studios. Addison to be commended for creating this infectious personality. Once seen not likely to be fogotten.

Self-absorbed Natalie needs a new roommate in order to help maintain her lifestyle. Her ninth roommate is Iris who is very eccentric. Stuttering, childlike, horrible dresser, yet willing to give a stranger her lunch and most people come to love her. It's nice to have a Christian-based storyline and the main character guiding us towards Jesus. It's also nice to see Erin Bethea as I enjoyed her in Fireproof. But the acting and script were HORRIBLE. The special effects with the climatic scene was not up to par. Is this our First Fruits? I would not recommend this movie. Sorry, it's really that bad.

Being in my 60s I usually find comedies based around young 'modern' people far from appealing! But I thought I'd give this one a go, and I'm very glad I did. As a whole Christian themed films have improved by leaps and bounds over the last decade or so. The bar has been set much higher than it was (by the likes of Jefferson Moore et al), and this film certainly reaches. Although it's a Christian film, just watch it with a mind to identifying with the characters in it. You won't be diappointed.