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Play the Flute

  • 2019
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
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Fred Grandy, Clint Howard, Loretta Swit, Brett Varvel, Kennedy Tucker, Sean Ormond, Alix Lane, and Ken Ivy in Play the Flute (2019)
Faced with an indifferent youth group, a new youth Pastor (Brett Varvel) tries to motivate his students to read God's Word and get serious about their faith.
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Faced with an indifferent youth group, a new youth pastor (Brett Varvel) tries to motivate his students to read God's Word and get serious about their faith.Faced with an indifferent youth group, a new youth pastor (Brett Varvel) tries to motivate his students to read God's Word and get serious about their faith.Faced with an indifferent youth group, a new youth pastor (Brett Varvel) tries to motivate his students to read God's Word and get serious about their faith.

  • Director
    • Rich Christiano
  • Writer
    • Rich Christiano
  • Stars
    • Brett Varvel
    • Sean Ormond
    • Kennedy Tucker
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    482
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Rich Christiano
    • Writer
      • Rich Christiano
    • Stars
      • Brett Varvel
      • Sean Ormond
      • Kennedy Tucker
    • 13User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Brett Varvel
    Brett Varvel
    • Brandon Cobb
    Sean Ormond
    Sean Ormond
    • Squirrel
    Kennedy Tucker
    Kennedy Tucker
    • Natalie
    Ken Ivy
    • Teddy
    Alix Lane
    Alix Lane
    • Shannon
    • (as Alix Schwartz)
    Clint Howard
    Clint Howard
    • Mr. Webber
    Loretta Swit
    Loretta Swit
    • Mrs. Kincaid
    Fred Grandy
    Fred Grandy
    • Pastor Lawrence
    Kylie Brown
    Kylie Brown
    • Marcy
    Terri Conn
    Terri Conn
    • Lisa Cobb
    Alex Haydon
    • Donnie
    Rob Deas
    Rob Deas
    • Pastor Michaels
    Clara Harris
    Clara Harris
    • Shannon's Mom
    Rhonda Roscoe
    Rhonda Roscoe
    • Marcy's Mom
    Pamela Daly
    Pamela Daly
    • Cashier
    Annalise Finch
    • Ashley
    Paul Kerr
    • Mr. Packard
    Stephanie Blair
    • Stephanie
    • Director
      • Rich Christiano
    • Writer
      • Rich Christiano
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    10destonivaughn

    AWESOME!

    This film was inspiring and very warm. I loved it from the beginning to the ending. Usually when I watch movies where we get a flash forward , I would've love to see the developments of the other characters but I know that's a luxury. The movie in itself has a great plot, buildup and end. Every character chosen played their roles to a T and I couldn't complain. The movie genuinely gave a great pure feeling as if I were presently there. This is one movie I would recommend to any and all age groups. I can definitely see myself hitting the re button on the playlist for Pureflix. Great job everyone.
    10teamrayricky

    I didn't want to but I cried.

    Spider Man faded - I cried. They shot Ole Yellow - I cried End of Toy Story - I didn't cry Generally, I rate a movie experience by the impact it has on me emotionally. Some make me mad that I wasted my time (Caddy Shack 2), others leave me pumped up and ready to take on the world (Braveheart). I movie that can bring me to tears is a 10. Let me just say that the crisis in this movie is all too real. It speaks to every person. Whether you are a Christian or not you will find this movie thought provoking, entertaining and you may even catch yourself wiping away a few tears as you identify with one or more of the well developed characters.
    9jcubmail

    Intentional and engaging

    Play the Flute is less intending to entertain as challenge the viewer. It is well written, well paced and well developed. In general the main character is designed to be modeled rather than be relatable, but the everyday struggles faced by the teenagers are where the relatability can be found. I, as a general rule prefer that strong, selfless lead character (ex Captain America) over the troubled, relatable heroes that find redemption in their own strength (ex Iron Man), because such redemption is based on a lie. God is glorified through Play the Flute first and foremost, and it is refreshing to find people investing in movies that have more of a purpose than to make a quick buck. I highly recommend this movie for teens and adults and caution for younger kids based on the content of the films main conflict. It was handled very tastefully but inquisitive young minds will likely be asking questions trying to delve into conversations you may not have wanted to discuss yet.
    9jabesmrenedo

    Inspirational and heart touching

    It is a very inspiring movie. Certainty as a Christian movie it presents good conservative moral values. The actors play a very strong and convincing role. Maybe the scenery and the script is simple but the message is strong and it reaches the heart and tha attention during the full movie. It would have been interesting that the stories narrated by the main character could be dramatized this would be for me the only lack in the movie. Very recommended for a reflection in these days of so squeeze moral values. A strong call for the relevance of speaking the truth and being trustworthy. Bible is also enhanced as the trustful word of God.
    8MickyG333

    Fully religious but inspiring

    7.6 stars.

    I was inspired by this story of teenagers in a church youth class, giving their new youth leader a hard time. There is one girl in the group that has a stutter, and she's the only one that is interested in being a Christian. The rest of the bunch are just there because their parents make them go to church and youth group. There are two boys who are obviously the leaders of the misfit bunch and they are angsty and sarcastic and rebellious. There are two girls who are somewhat subordinate to the two boys, although one of the girls is very angry and overly hateful of the whole idea of God and sin and life. She is bitter and it rubs off on her friend (the other girl in charge of the female clique). The poor girl with the speech impediment is a sweetheart, but they all make fun of her, so she is alone with her faith. The youth leader and his wife make it a point to focus on helping her fit in.

    Of course she is a gorgeous young girl, and all the rest of the teens are too good looking for this to be realistic. Nevertheless, 'Play the Flute' is entertaining as much as it's uplifting.

    The youth leader and his wife are inspiring personalities. This is a must-see faith based film. If I had to choose my the top ten Christian films, this might be on the list.

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      Brandon talks to his youth group about the film The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry (2008), which was also directed by Rich Christiano.
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      References The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry (2008)
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      Words and Music by Kiersten Rummell

      Sung by JJ Carroll

      Copyright O 2018 Kiersten Rummell Publishing

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    • Release date
      • March 1, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production company
      • Christiano Film Group
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      • $254,475
    • Gross worldwide
      • $254,475
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      • 1h 43m(103 min)
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