Saving Paradise

William Moseley and Johanna Braddy were terrific together. Lawrence Pressman as well. Really the entire cast was outstanding. The movie was motivational without being corny. It really connected with me. Special mention to James Eckhouse who played the perfect Kevin O'Leary style villain.

It's a feel good movie. The intention was good but as much as it has the same recycled cliche message of the underdog coming up tops eventually or that of the prodigal son returning to save the town, I still hate the need to pencil in the fact that the general acting seemed pretty wooden stiff, abrupt and detached... all puns intended. All in all, a pretty decent 5 stars with a bonus 1 thrown in for the short but certainly not unexpected solo bedroom Royal disrobe of William Moseley to spice up the viewing. Hey, if you got the royal jewels of good looks and a hot bod, flaunt it till you make it. Fair job Will, on the constipated American accent. Lighten up, it sounds more natural if you erase that tension.

This film is precisely what the universe needs right now... Saving Paradise is gripping and heartwarming from the jump... You will feel true connection with the characters, you will cry and you will cheer. A wonderful cast lead by William Moseley delivers a captivating performance. Brilliant writing and beautiful cinematography. This is a must see... You will be inspired. Congratulations to Jay Silverman and the entire cast, crew and production staff!

6.2 stars.

This film requires much patience to get through it. Several of the performances are melodramatic and amateurish. I've seen a few of these actors in several movies, and they generally are proficient, but something about the script, and this two bit film comes across as B-rated and low quality. It's unfortunate, because the storyline has potential. But it's so crudely done it feels like so many films of this nature that are directed by someone who has no clue how to make a movie flow. The message is not communicated effectively. This is what happens when someone takes the reins of a movie without the proper guidance. There are so many recognizable actors I'm surprised it's so shoddily done.

I'll admit some parts were nice, but then the non-stop and blaring music was wearing me out. The music coordinator should have been replaced.

This was the perfect feel good movie of 2021. Michael and Charlie's chemistry throughout the movie you could just see the sparks flying. Loved how Michael's character changes from being a greedy business man to a man instead of crushing businesses decides to go and help build them up.

I had tears in my eyes the whole movie!!

It was so moving how the community came together and helped out in a crisis.

It was just plain and simple a feel good movie that after the last year and half everyone needs to watch.