Holy Joe

I am the guy that wrote the picture. The director, Larry Peerce, directed "Goodbye Columbus." I don't think that I can really give an objective view of this movie. I love everything I write. It took us four years to get the networks to agree to do this. In Hollywood, anything with a positive spin on religion is automatically suspect. CBS seems to be the only network that is willing to do things like this.

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Only the overly-cautious or scrupulous parent would object to fleeting incidences of violence and anger, a couple of "bad" words (but not the "f" or "sh" or vulgarities), and of course, the scene early on where the daughter is getting passionate with her boyfriend. I think that most people seen and heard worse on the average street. Watching this movie with such a person would ruin it for me. Demonstrates gutsy real life struggles, not just fairy tale perfection. Showing breakthroughs in relationships on many levels, problem-solving, having gutsy love and faith, this movie finally reveals its superb redeeming ending. The unique "kick" is the miracle. Yet, many miraculous things happen in the Christian world, so this particular miracle ought not to be scoffed at. I believe that, despite minor displays of hard reality and "bad" words, this is, as it says on the DVD, a heartfelt family drama that can be viewed by all ages, and, if folks bear with minor fleeting coarse elements, would be truly blessed by this movie!

Good movie to watch. Very realistic portrayal of the common man, family, people. I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for some inspiration and reflection in addressing realistic common everyday problems.

The movie is addressed to all who experience pain and suffering and that by praying to God for help sometimes we get the "push" to live and lead our lives according to God's plan. Although the movie speaks of the Christian religion its message is universal: lead your life to help others. Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Love your children, your neighbor, your family. That seems the common thread. From a cinematic perspective, the fact the audience "sees" the miracle it provides the empathy for the hero of the movie.

Mr. Ritter, Ms. Baxter and the cast gave life to subject matter which often gets lost in this day and age. The moral and "there is a purpose to things" aspects of the film were very refreshing. There should be more like these - congratulations to CBS and everyone involved!

As a Christian I can say that this movie really touched me. It was a wonderful and inspiring film which every Christian and non-Christian should see. It gave a wonderful message about faith in God and how we can all be saved by Jesus' love and grace...I highly recommend this film!!! :)