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The gist of the story is that situational morality becomes the standard when there is no authority behind the morality.

The lead actor occasionally overacts, but the acting throughout is otherwise solid.. Hard to go wrong with actors we've loved in our childhoods. It's well produced. The soundtrack is excellent, subtle where it needs to be.

There ARE mini-"sermons" throughout the film, but they are relatively short and they are relevant.

Time travel is an interesting concept and has been done many times with varying degrees of success. It's not "Quantum Leap," but it was an overall enjoyable film.

It wasn't the best movie I've ever seen but the message of what a 19th century theologian professor would see if he travels to the future is very thought provoking. If your judging this movie by the message then that just lets people know your beliefs if your judging the movie on how well it was done then that's a different story. If you don't believe that there are an overwhelming increase of foul language and sexuality in the media over the years then oh well. My dad who might not have been a Christian even saw the changes in the media. The message is important. Christians too often accept things that they shouldn't.

A lot of the reviews here condemn Time Changer for being "Fundamentalist propaganda" or some such words. Yes, it is absolutely true that this movie has a point of view that it pushes. So do lots of movies. When you agree with the point of view, it's "an intelligent movie with profound insights on our times". When you disagree it's "propaganda". Do I need to rattle off a list of movies that clearly are intended to be condemnations of the Iraq war? Of racism? Of big business? Or for that matter, of Fundamentalist Chrsitianity? But anyway ...

The gist of the plot is that two college professors from 1890 have a disagreement about the nature of morality. Dr Andersone says that a moral code that is not ultimately based on the authority of God is inherently without foundation and doomed to failure. Dr Carlisle agrees that people should have faith in God but believes morality can be founded on non-religious, pragmatic grounds. Furthermore, Anderson argues that it is more important that people be saved and spend eternity with God than that they live good lives; Carlisle agrees but insists that right living is still a good thing of itself. (Just reading that should make it apparent that this movie is much deeper and more philosophical than 99% of the movies made today.) Anderson then reveals that he came to his conclusions because he has invented a time machine and seen the future, and he knows how things turn out. He ultimately convinces Carlisle to travel to the future (our present) himself to see. The rest of the movie is about Carlisle's encounter with 21st century culture and morals.

Biggest weak point to me: There's a sub-plot where Carlisle meets two men who become suspicious of his "cover story" and take steps to investigate him. I found this sub-plot very hard to believe. If I met someone at a party who casually said that he worked at a college in my city that I never heard of, I can't imagine that I'd immediately conclude that he was a fraud. Much more likely I'd say, "Huh, I never heard of that college. Maybe it's some tiny little school behind the mall." They investigate and find that this college used to be in this city but moved decades ago and that there was a professor there in the 1800's named Carlisle. They ponder how this man could be alive today if he was teaching college in 1890. They apparently never consider obvious, mundane explanations like, "maybe he has the same name as his grandfather who also taught at this school". Etc. Frankly, I think this whole plot-line was stuck in just to add some conflict and suspense.

Overall, I think this movie presented a serious philosophical question in an entertaining way. It mostly avoided adding nonsense action and chase scenes to make the story more "exciting" and kept the conflict serious and intellectual. It did add some amusing scenes to lighten the mood here and there. I thought the acting and cinematography were good, and the couple of special effects scenes were quite professional.

If you're looking for an exciting action movie, this isn't it. If you're looking for an hour or two of light, mindless entertainment, this isn't it. But if you're looking for a serious, thoughtful movie, you might consider Time Changer.

If your expecting a time traveling scifi thriller your going to be surprised with this propaganda film.

When you read the cover for this film, read the description your totally mislead and after watching the maker's comments I can see why. Most non bible thumping people wouldn't even pick this film off the shelf to watch it.

If one is going to make a religious film then say that is what it is. One could say the maker in his efforts to get people to watch this that would otherwise pass it by committed a sin, the sin of lying.

It is a halfhearted attempt by fundamentalist Christians to thrust the holier than thou preaching upon the world. If you need to watch something which is basically preaching at you that you need to worship a god the way we do or your all dammed then this is the flick for you and your bible study group to watch.

If your a free thinking person who is not in the mood to be preached at, but want a entertainment film move to the next box on the shelf.

Even in movies who have a religious message or theme, there is usually a battle between good and evil, such as the End of Days or The Word that a viewer can get into and follow for the simple sake of a good story. This is surely lacking.

Here we have time travel without the tampering with time line or even repairing damage done to the time. The movie ends on a note that we are all doomed with the attempts to send a bible forward into the late 21st century and it will not transmit, suggesting that there is no future because people of earth have forgotten Christ.

Gee, the poor poor souls of the world who are not reborn and fundamentalist Christians, your all going into the fires. I can see where people of other faiths can be offended by this movie.

I am not reborn even though at one time I was Pentacostal and dunked, raised as a Congregational Protestant with a Catholic father, I enjoy the religious themed movies such as the 10 Commandments, Barabras, even Ben Hur. They tell a good story with out preaching and damming people for not following the path of the movie maker.

If you want to watch a movie move on if you want to go to church and hear a sermon rent or buy it.

Went to see this and it was better than I expected. Certainly this is better than "Left Behind". As I watched the movie, I could almost see how a Christian movie could be made that would be a popular hit. Unfortunately like most Christian movies, it still was filled with a little too much Christian code words that most people do not understand.

At least, this movie got me thinking about my beliefs and behaviors even if it doesn't inspire me to change them.

Bottom line: a conservative Christian will enjoy this - everyone else will be puzzled or bored.

It's rather obvious Hollywood is fairly liberal, but at least the movies that show this bias are entertaining. "Time Changer" is basically one long tirade against the values of today. It is, in some ways, valid (churches should focus on the Bible and not on "fun" activities designed to swell the ranks, our society HAS become too obsessed with sex and violence), but, in some ways, it is incredibly intolerant. Saying that Jesus Christ is the only source of truth is like saying Buddha or Mohammed can only show correct morals; in this modern era, that kind of attitude belongs in 1890.

This is a Christian movie for diehard Christians. The movie itself is fairly slow, with long theology and philosophy along with heavy-handed acting that sometimes borders on the laughable (Captain Stubing!). Personally, I prefer theology from a pastor and entertainment from a movie. Oh well.

I was a little hesitant to watch this film as I've read many reviews and most have been negative. I was so pleasantly surprised by the message this film sent. These are the types of movies that Hollywood needs to be producing! Yeah, Mr. Christiano! Way to go! I felt that for the most part, the acting was pretty good and while there were a couple of plot holes the story line was excellent. A real twist on most time-travel type movies. I was very pleased with this movie and felt that it was a 95 minutes well spent!

Good Christian movies are hard to find, Time changer is one Sci-Fi comedy Christian film that made me take some time to think about my life and look ahead into the future saying, "for me to live is Christ and to die is gain". It made know that the devil is trying to take the name of Christ away from all we do and leave behind the false believe that morals is all I need to live a righteous life.

Written, directed and produced by Rich Christiano and it falls mainly in the genre of a dramedy. When you decided to watch this film accept in your heart that you are sitting down to watch a Christian movie that is the only way you can really enjoy and appreciate the art. But if you are in search for a Sci-Fi movie with accurate scientific facts then maybe you should take the time to go watch Star Wars and its kind. Time Changer is about our Lord Jesus Christ and the benefits of having him in our daily lives, with the recent fear for approval and acceptance in this world we live in, many times we leave out the name of Jesus from our conversations so as to not scare off those we are talking to, something the movie condemns.

In reality the plot has holes, if that is what you want to know, but the plot is straight forward fun: Set in 1890, a Bible professor Russell Carlisle (D. David Morin) wrote a book titled The Changing Times, which promotes good morals without discussing Christ. His publishers believe the book is going to have a good sale if he (Carlisle) can get the board of the Grace Bible Seminary where he teaches to endorse the book.

At the Seminary, all but one of the board members did not support the book endorsement Dr. Norris Anderson (Gavin MacLeod) without unanimous support by the board members, his book will not be endorsed by the Seminary.

Carlisle is outraged that Norris will stand against his book publication, but Norris tells him that you can't teach morals without discussing Christ that if Carlisle pushes such out into the market it will start to destroy society as a whole.

Norris father had built a time machine (ok, now I know this sounds lame and out of place, but the movie is good), which Norris himself had used to see the future (our present) so he was able to convince Carlisle who thought Norris was raving mad talking about a time machine, but just stands (as Norris starts to operate some levers) to prove to Norris that such talk is ludicrous and time travel is not possible, but as Norris pulls the last lever Carlisle finds himself in the 21st century (our present day).

Time Changer is a good Christian film, one that Christians should take the time to watch and appreciate.

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If you see this movie, then I can only assume you've learned what I've learned... there is a Hell, and this movie is a 90+ minute preview of it. >From the beginning, you are force fed religious dogma of the far-right wing Christian Conservatism. The plot is a bit absurd. The person, 100 years removed from our technology, finds his way around a little too easily.

Basically, if you're a Christian group wanting a movie that says, basically, you're right, then watch this movie. Otherwise, if you're easily offended by movies that insult your intelligence or your way of life, I seriously don't recommend it.

The acting is fine, except for the two husbands, and the lead. Those three are in desperate need of acting lessons.

The period costumes are great, I give them that.

OK, I have to start this review off by saying I am an antitheist. I was raised Christian, dabbled in wicca, turned agnostic, atheist, then antitheist.

I stumbled upon this movie as a total accident and watched it for a laugh during work. However, I totally loved it. The lead in this movie says things in a way that makes me feel the actor truly feels that way. He gets upset by the tiniest things and this movie is a total crack up. I found myself rooting for him, wanting him to succeed, even though his goal is something I do not personally believe in.

If you are Christian, this is a great inspirational watch. If you're not, it's a great laugh and feel good movie.

This is obviously NOT a high-budget film. There are no pyrotechnics, explosions, or special effects aliens. There is, however, a visit to late 1890s America and modern America through the eyes of a person who has not been desensitized to the demoralization of modern society. There are some unrealistic cheesy scenes--but they are effective in making the point.

How much is your time really worth? Everyone, including the most devout Christian, can afford 90 minutes to view a movie that helps us re-examine our opinions of right and wrong. This is a great movie for families and youth groups, but it is a shame it won't be seen by everyone.

I am a big fan of almost every movie genre; but even without all the flash, I ENJOYED this movie because of the basic and honest precept. We approach so many topics with an open mind; why not when questioning our own separation from God's law? At the very least, this movie will remind you of the origination of right and wrong.

To say that this movie overstates its case is putting it mildly. There could have been a sense of discovery in the Time Changer. Instead, the film takes itself too seriously and fails to portray an adventure in any sense of the words "fun" and stimulating.

The plot is predictable and the main characters are stereotypical Christian fundamentalists in the worst sense of that expression. A lot of self righteous dogma and smugness is presented. The morality of 1890's rigidly conservative middle America is presented as somehow normal and universal, which is sheerly a historical inaccuracy as well as fantasy.

There is not much sense of the joy of everyday living on Earth shown as a possibility for a 'truly' religious person. They have nothing much else to do but debunk science and wait for Jesus to arrive. Which is any minute. Umm, any minute now. Well, Jesus seems to have missed his cue and will come for a visit in His own good time, which could be one thousand years from now. The most ridiculous assertion of this movie is that "The End Times" are here. These "End Times" have supposedly been just around the corner since the early 1900's. Some folks are very impatient for the world to end, apparently.

The main characters regurgitate Rapture generalities over and over to each other. Jennifer O'Neill seems like a Stepford wife, robotic-like in agree ing with the Victorian era men who come from the 1890's to make sure she and others in modern times still believe in the 100% literal translation of the Bible. Who needs Biblical exegesis, Biblical commentaries and cultural sources to help clarify various portions of the Bible when Biblical scholarship was supposedly completed before the 1900's? That and other absurd ideas are pounded into the viewer and not in a very loving or hopeful manner.

If it was good enough for the Christian fundies of 1890, then, by crackie, why should we delve any further into scriptural matters? Who needs archaeology? Why should anyone grow spiritually, unless of course they promise to remain conservative and not become open minded or tolerant of the religious beliefs of others. The movie is sheer fundamentalist propaganda thinly disguised as entertainment. Avoid it.

AFter reading the comments of viewers, I came to the realization that one thing is certain: No matter what one thinks or how one feels about this film, it's premise is absolutely true. Narrow is the road that leads to life and many will miss it.

I've just seen this film, and being a non-Christian, in fact, non-religious, some things almost made me laugh.

According to the main character, all scientific teachings are false if they contradict the Bible.

Are we REALLY meant to expect that the Bible is the Truth, no matter what? Should we give up on everything that science has found yet isn't in the Bible?

He preaches about how things would be better if we followed the Bible and forgo everything else that we have accomplished.

This is where the story falls flat on it's face - are we really meant to revert to Biblical ethics? If so, when should we start stoning people for committing adultery?

Times have moved on - they have changed - without certain points, this film would have been a lot better, but it's almost humorous the way that it's blaming the state of society on films, that the Bible is 100% correct on everything.

And is America REALLY the state of the whole world? I'm sure that the rest of the population might complain about that.

This movie is about the terrible results of removing Jesus from the equation. The main actor isn't promoting morality, he is expressing surprise at how things have changed because of the removal of God from everything, something that he, as a scientist, was starting to consider himself. But once he saw the results, he changed his mind. He understands that we are all sinners and we CAN NOT be perfect... we will sin. But because we put our faith in Christ, we are forgiven and saved. He explains this close to the end. Will definitely watch this one again.

I came to this movie with very low expectations. Religious movies are generally pretty bad due to a low budget, inexperienced actors, and an overbearing zeal to communicate their message. This movie from Christiano is no exception. First of all, the lead actor is possibly the worst actor I have ever seen in a movie released in theaters. His exaggerative facial expressions are actually quite humorous to the cynical viewer. The entire premise of the movie is also quite ridiculous. A Bible professor from the 1890s comes forward in a time machine to the present day to see what an evil age we live in. The movie assumes that every one in the 1890s was a moral, Bible-believing Christian, and everyone in 2003 is living in sin. The message of the movie was twofold. On the positive side (for Christian viewers), the movie expressed that morals taught apart from the authority of Jesus Christ cannot reform society. Morals need to have Jesus Christ as their foundation. On the negative side, the movie took quite a strong stance against the entire movie industry. "Secular entertainment" is said to be Satan's greatest tool for corrupting the masses. The movie ends by implying that Christ will be coming back soon (actually before the year 2050). While Christians who don't appreciate great art but only their own fundamentalist propaganda will love this film, anyone else (Christian or otherwise) will walk away from this movie utterly bored and once again disappointed with the religious movie industry. On a scale of one to ten, this movie gets a 1.

This film will certainly be rated as one of the finest Christian films made in modern times, and possibly ever! It has it all, and is a MUST SEE for every Christian, and actually everyone who wants to know exactly how they are different from Christians. They will know this quite well, if they will simply listen to the message of the film - there is a strong and clear one. The film will also separate the wheat from the tares, so to speak. Nominal Christians and non-Christians will hate it, simply because the message of Christ demands a verdict, and Jesus says He is the one and only way to eternal life, period. Not only that, but the film focuses on obedience to the Jesus of the Bible, which includes total allegiance to HIM and not to any sort of morals that have replaced Him. This in essence IS the movie, and because of that, it is quite profound. Watch it, and find out how close we are to the apostasy of the end times!

I gave this movie 7 out of 10 stars just like I'd give "Plan 9 From Outer Space" that score. It is so bad and so self-important it's hilarious. In some places, like where the Bible professor explains science, I was laughing my *** off. If I didn't know this movie was made by and for Christians, I would have thought it was a parody made by atheists of Christians.

The stilted acting, pretentious dialogue, continuity errors, and plot holes so large they could swallow Nebraska somehow come together into a work of unintended sublime comedy gold.

The little touches make the movie too. The time machine was built using "science from the bible" by a biblical professor, who grins a mad-scientist grin as he operates the machine after donning thick dark goggles to protect his eyes. However, his hapless collaborator-subject at whom the rays are directed isn't given any goggles. There's Christian caring for you.

Our hero comes back to tell his collaborators of all the shocking moral horrors he witnessed and the fall from 1890's morality, apparently paying no attention to the freedom of women and blacks. Indeed, our hero can't even bear to watch TV lest he see men and women kissing, who he is even more shocked to learn are unmarried actors!!!!! Oh, the horror! I can't even begin to recount all the little gems like that this movie provides. The only major downer about this movie, evidenced by so many reviewers here, is how many ignorant, brain-washed, close-minded people actually take this stuff seriously. That's scary.