The Letter Writer

This elegant film by writer-director Christian Vuissa conveys a fundamental principle of spiritual enlightenment that transcends theological dogma. If you are seeking a purpose driven life, you will find value in this piece.

The teenage protagonist negotiates the rough waters of female adolescence with the unorthodox guidance of an aging mentor. She realizes ethical and moral truths by observing his consistent practices of selfless giving. Embracing these tenants in her daily life opens the door to her personal fulfillment.

This is more of a coming to enlightenment than a coming of age film. The presentation is generally nonsectarian, and should be appropriate for viewers of any religious persuasion, and particularly those of no religious persuasion.

You watch lots and lots of movies, sometimes you look for good action, drama and even a good horror flick, but once in a while you come across a movie by chance that has the ability to touch in such loving way that you would have not imagined before pressing that Play button. The movie story begins when a rebellious young girl receives a heartwarming letter from an unknown source and the changes which follows in her life and people around her thereafter. THIS IS NOT A COMING OF AGE FILM BUT IS AN SPIRITUAL (non-religious) AWAKING FILM. The beauty of this film lies in its simplicity and its scripted in such gentle way that is very or may even impossible to find any pretentious message in the film. Its centers on how words can heal or hurt people and how we are carelessly use them among one another. It reminds us the power of receiving a hand written letter from a friend or family member in a way that no email, text, or twitter message can begin to encompass.

You will be hard not to cry in several scenes in this movie. I honestly believe this was a labor of love and all were involve in this project must have been touched personally.

There is no violence, vulgarity, etc. in this film and people of all ages can enjoy this movie. Highly recommend if you want a wonderful lullaby of a film

One of the Best TV Movie Ever.Well directed Heart touching movie. I loved this so much. These kind of little gems are hard to find and rare. Very exemplary, meaningful, Soul-Bonding,realistic & Emotional movie. This film made me cry. The young girl (Maggie) did a wonderful job. She is very talented girl. All other actors also did a wonderful job to this movie. The writer of the movie is also did a great job. This movie is teaches us that how to overcome the life struggles, how to heal the others hearts...etc. This movie is suit for everyone(Kids also). A must see film.

I just saw it for the second time. It literally teaches you how to be good and have fulfillment in your life. Unbelievably touching and without using any exaggerated story, makes you think deeply and reconcider choices you have before you. I loved it with all of my heart and recommend it to anyone to go and watch this beauty.

Reviews for The Letter Writer are seriously divided, I'm guessing depending on the lens through which the film was viewed. We all want well-done films with exceptional actors, music etc. My guess is that the low ratings are from viewers who put emphasis on that, while positive ratings are from viewers who put more emphasis on the message.

It's a slow paced watch with nearly all the focus on the message. I'm not one for karma type thinking - what you give comes back to you and so on. But I strongly believe in doing one's best to have a positive impact on those around us, regardless of whether or not we're rewarded.

Few of us would be able think of a specific talent to use on behalf of others, but we all have the capacity for kindness. I've had some pretty low days as most of us have, and there have been many days when I felt encouraged by a stranger who gave me a kind smile. Sure, "be kind" is cliché and kinda corny but it's easy and you never know how big an impact it can have on others.