Sajbel began with the funeral of Red Stevens a very wealthy entrepreneur. With James Garner Bill Cobbs Lee Meriwether George Lee. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it. We were given the DVD by my parents. In the end, he receives the inheritance but he has learned his lesson and some humility. BUT: Just one scene before, we saw clearly, that there are at least five other poor people taken as hostages; and the leader of the bandits exclaimed clearly, that he will kill them all the next day (by the way: Why? Abigail Bresslin as the little girl makes you stop and think. [14][bettersourceneeded], "U.S. I am disappointed it did not receive a better advertising/marketing campaign. Starring Drew Fuller, James Garner, Abigail Breslin. More than that, fifteen minutes of movie passed by and simply NOTHING happened till that; there was absolutely nothing entertaining or engaging to let the spectator curious or anything. I have no idea who reviewed the movie within the company, but they must have been asleep! When we saw it everyone around us loved it. The grandson who is headed in the same direction as the others, never having worked and living a spendthrift life on his endowment. Jason also hits a hospital wall in frustration after Emily dies and tosses his cell phone onto the sidewalk when it quits working. Do not pay attention in the bad reviews in IMDb, and you will see a pleasant movie with a beautiful message. My wife and I saw the movie last night. In conclusion, save yourself the money and don't go see it. Most of the roles are one-dimensional--the crusty family lawyer, the greedy aunts and uncles, Jason's sexy scheming girlfriend, the tough Texas ranch owner, the Andean drug lords (don't ask), the private detective, and all the rest. He kept asking Emily what her dream was. Jason's old life had no purpose, but from gaining these new gifts, he helped others and learned to care. Drew Fuller plays the lead Jason and to be honest, the moment I saw him was like "isn't that Chris Halliwell from the television series Charmed" because I have to be honest after Charmed I don't remember seeing Drew anywhere else. All rights reserved. director of photography Film Editing by Scott Chestnut Casting By Mitzi Corrigan Beverly Holloway Production Design by Stephen Storer Art Direction by Linden Snyder Thats what makes learning a gift). that seem as if they belong to a soap opera, not a family film. It seems to have been implemented solely to distract the viewer until the ending or to increase the viewing time. The story revolves around Jason Stevens (Drew Fuller) and the tasks he must complete to receive the inheritance of his grandfather, Red Stevens. People need to learn how to make a living by themselves. Honestly, this is OK a lot of people thought it was wonderful, awesome, amazing; but realistically it is just above made for TV. With the October Horror Challenge on IMDb's Horror board having recently ended,I mentioned to a friend about how impressed I was with Abigail Breslin performance in Haunter,and that I've recently enjoyed watching her in Little Miss Sunshine again recently.Happily catching me by surprise,they revealed that they had recently picked up a lesser-known Breslin movie,which led to me unwrapping the gift. 33%. This isn't a movie I would have chosen for myself. He tells Emily that he was detained. Only Emily (Abigail Breslin) is willing to befriend him sleeping on a park bench. John. At this point, it's safe to say that "The Ultimate Gift" is among the best in Christian films on the market today. The movie did not preach but it gave some great examples of how to live your life. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film directed by Michael O. To begin, the acting was nothing short of horrific. If you want a good story about the redemption of a covetous, grasping old sinner, try - you guessed it - Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. True, he doesn't see it through, but even so I felt so let down by Jason's behaviour at that point that this movie ultimately comes across as mediocre. View on the film: The stories are similar in the messages that they teach even though they use different story lines. Why were there so many people at the elderly woman's funeral procession? Within that genre, it's not bad. 162 Pages. An important thing to keep in mind, though, is that these Fox Faith films are thankfully not "preachy." What a relief, finally! His mother (Donna Cherry) is told not to help him. There are many of these "gifts." Jason ends up taking a detour to seek out his father's legacy (he died doing good work in Ecuador). They almost NEVER watch movies, but they liked this one. Education is a lifelong journey whose destination expands as you travel The gift of problems. The dialog is wooden and stilted in spots, but I've seen worse. I can't believe the remarkably high average vote! This is the fourth film from Fox Faith, a division of Twentieth Century Fox, created to provide audiences with quality inspirational features, something of a recently opened Hollywood niche, prompted by the overwhelming success of "The Passion of the Christ." Jason is brought into the board room where a lone box rests on the table. For my complete review of this movie and for other movie and book reviews, please visit my site TheCoffeeCoaster.com. Overall the movie failed to live up to the potential provided by the critically acclaimed book. Let me first tell you, that I am christian and I am, some sort of, an "officially christian", as I am a teacher for religious education in Europe. This is a deeply moving picture, and a well constructed one. 7.left me happy. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film based on the best-selling novel of the same name.. From then on foreshadowing make the film flow to the end. A lot of his change is motivated by the leukemic girl, Emily, and her mother, Alexia. Through a charity, I was able to see a screening for The Ultimate Gift, which has already raised millions for nonprofits. Hence, it is quite understandable that Jason, showing little concern, storms out of the will-probate office when he learns when Grand Daddy has not left him any outright money in his will. Then Ali Hillis, who played the role Alexia, was another not quite good casting job, because she just looked a bit too old for that Jason, and there's no chemistry at all between her role and the Jason role, their acting together looked not just forced but estranged, you didn't feel anything ever between these two persons. There are a lot of similarities in families that do not have money. Seeing her step out and embrace the bad weather of the funeral, in contrast to the grudging annoyance of two of Red's sons, made me smirk. A very unlikable young man is awakened by his boss using a cattle prod, left without resources to fend for himself on the streets, and is captured, beaten, and threatened with death by drunken drug dealers. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free. Red has just died and the will is read by Red's longtime partner and lawyer Ted (Bill Cobbs) and his devoted assistant Miss Hastings (Lee Meriwether): the family is outraged at the results of Red's division of his fortune and the one person who is left to learn of the will's content is Red's egocentric grandson Jason (Drew Fuller). It is difficult to feel any sympathy for someone who has had everything handed to them. As Jason works through these twelve gifts in twelve months he comes to see Red Stevens as more than a dead billionaire. But mysteriously, he has a special message, on DVD, for his grandson Jason (Drew Fuller). The friend who recommended this film likes sentimental slop so I should have known better, but after reading quite a few comments here on IMDb, I thought it sounded a cut about "Tuesdays With Morrie". On a scale of 1 to 10, The Ultimate Gift, rates a: The scene changes are so Klutzy, they are annoying! Family was a main part because family raises you to become who you are and that they also support you in what you are doing if its right to them. loyalty, commitment, and sharing another person's life, What gift did Jason learn about through this process. When Jason takes his girlfriend out for an expensive dinner and his credit card is denied he assumes, as any of us would, that there was a glitch. Faith-based movie with obvious but positive messages. Are there plot holes? Gifts of work, money, friends and learning are among the dozen that Jason must perform before he is eligible for the mysterious "Ultimate Gift" his grandfather's will has for him. 6.Calmed me down. Christian-themed films have come a long way, and I look forward to what the future holds as they continue to get better. Another lesson at the expense of legalities? Jason Stevens in The Ultimate Gift, directed by Michael O. Sabjel, lived this lifestyle. The whole thing radiates low-budget film. But pieces didn't seem to me to run together smoothly. Fireproof, Courageous, Facing the Giants, and others like them are all nice movies to watch but the all fail in the same way. I was close to actually turning off the movie because I couldn't stand her little "almost witty" remarks any longer. He was able to reach a peace of mind from which he ended his struggles, and he. He learned that money wasnt always there when he needed it and that money is earned through hard work and dedication to your job, also relating to value in work. As the film progresses, Jason begins to turn for the better, but you never know whether he will finally make it to become a fine human being; specifically, displaying traits like respect for others, sacrifice, heroism, humility, compassion, and fidelity. But, this movie had a good story, light romance, intriguing (could NOT necessarily guess what was next). However, it is right on target with it's main objective and that is to drive home these critical lessons that are guaranteed to improve your life. Of course you can't fault the actors for something that had such a terribly written script. Complaints commence, but Jason (whos never worked a day in his life) sticks with it, realizing hell have to finish the job to claim his inheritance. As Jason gradually emerges from a cocoon of wealth and privilege, he begins to see his hated grandfather Howard "Red" Stevens from a different perspective and learns the truth behind his altruistic, loyal, and hardworking father's mysterious death in a South America jungle. his life. The angles and pans failed to inspire me as they should. That life is not how to spend it but how you live it. Though theyre never shown in bed, its implied that Jason and Caitlin had a prior sexual relationship. This is good family movie to watch with you kids, 8 years or older, who are able to grasp the concepts the movie depicts. He is the last hope in the family. It opens with Mr. Obviously he has lots of lessons to learn. From his time at the farm to the time he spent in Ecuador he found new light in the different areas. Great movie to show kids to teach what matters most in life. I really enjoyed this movie!! Without knowing his actual reward, the Ultimate Gift, Jason must complete a series of tasks designed to help him learn the true relationship between wealth and happiness. One assignment takes Jason to a poor Ecuadorian village where his grandfather had a library built. Jason and Alexias growing love never moves beyond a couple of kisses. The cinematography was severely lacking. With his inheritance, Jason chooses to build a hospital, called Emily's Home, for children with terminal illnesses, but before the building begins, Emily dies. I saw it at a special screening for State Officers for the National FFA Organization and the movie was amazing! Dont we have to suppose, that there were all killed - especially, after the bandits got angry after the successful flight of the Gringo and his friend? The acting is very mediocre. After the death of the oil tycoon. Alluding to her sexual activity in high school, Alexia describes how Emilys father abandoned her when she told him she was pregnant. I saw the first Sunday showing of "The Ultimate Gift" at my local AMC here in Northern Virginia and I enjoyed it immensely. Jason tries his best to help Emily have a great life while it lasts whilst Emily also encourages a romance between Jason and her mother. A vulgarly rich, arrogant, bitter old man (James Garner) records his last will, in which he taunts his children and grandson. He loses his home, and becomes homeless for a few weeks. So: What happened to these poor other guys? I'm sure you won't have long to wait. I feel sorry for the youth of today, having such unpleasant and immoral movies to choose from. A deceased billionaire leaves his spoiled adult grandson a series of odd tasks to perform in order to receive the ultimate gift, with the resentful grandson having no idea what that might be. Then he meets Emily and her mother Alexia. This movie is not perfect. I found it ironic that I saw this film at a sponsored preview hosted by a group of wealthy stockbrokers. [1] So many movies, especially in theaters appealing to the young, are full of so much special-effects clatter they leave no room for human beings and a story worth telling. I think Fox should have put a little bit more into the publicity machine on this one. ), just stay through the credits. What was the lesson Jason told Mr. Hamilton and Mrs. Hastings that he learned through this experience? The Ultimate Gift doesnt always avoid these pitfalls, but it does manage to choose the right mallet. "The Ultimate Gift" takes the viewer through Jason's incredible journey to gain his grandfather Red's vast inheritancethrough a series of challenges, or as Red puts it "gifts." Yet, the true meaning of these gifts are meant for Jason to experience every step of the way. After watching this film I decided to look it up on IMDb to read the reviews. One of Reds last video missives speaks to the importance of having a dream: You need to have a dream and act on it.. Jason starts from the bottom as he is evicted from his apartment, his car is towed, and his credit card is all of a sudden declined everywhere. She was an outspoken little girl with only one parent. But when the old tycoon dies and leaves behind an unorthodox will, Jason embarks on a journey that will yield an inheritance cash alone could never match. This story is about a rich, arrogant, spoiled nephew who is a potential beneficiary of his billionaire uncle's estate. In their free time, the Holzes enjoy playing games, a variety of musical instruments, swimming and watching movies. With the money he later received, he built a foundation for people with cancer and their families to get help. Many rich people in the city splurge their wealth on the daily but seem to be the most unhappy. Based on the best-selling book The Ultima. This is a story of a very rich dysfunctional family. The movie is just cheap (please read the other comments, I dont want to recall their critics), but more - it is also mendacious. Also enjoyed the musical background - was a good compliment to the film. It is all a bit obvious, but pleasant enough. Their content is more balanced, with solid story lines exploring each character's mental and spiritual health and wellbeing. Why did Emily poison Homers soul. Consequently, some may find the plot contrived or even hackneyed. I mean, the acting is alright and everything, but something about it just doesn't for it for me. There was the down and outer story. It's a great story with a wonderful cast. We know his father died in unfortunate circumstances, but we don't know any details. The story was interesting. The film was financed with $14 million from the Stanford Financial Group,[5][6] a Houston based firm the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission shut down two years later for being a "massive Ponzi scheme". I liked it but it was a on the dull side. When his grandfather (James Garner) dies, Jason expects to receive a hefty inheritance. Watching a video shot by his grandfather before his death, Jason learns that the ultimate gift awaits himif hes willing to follow a series of cryptic instructions doled out by Granddads best friend and lawyer, Mr. Hamilton, and in subsequent messages from Red himself. Jasons budding friendship with Emily (even more so than his romance with Alexia) and his growing recognition of his grandfathers wisdom give the film a compelling emotional core. Overall, The Ultimate Gift receives a quite disappointing five out of ten. Jasons journey takes him to South America where he is kidnapped by outlaws. What a wonderful surprise "The Ultimate Gift" is! They went to Texas and Emily said it was the perfect day another gift. And even though hes struggled to forgive his grandfather for a plane crash that killed his father (near that village), a friend of Reds tells Jason, He had one desire and one desire alone: To ask your forgiveness.. The ever-precocious Emily, meanwhile, exhibits remarkable maturity, often putting her mothers needs above her own. Instead of the expected monetary inheritance, Red leaves young Jason a series of challenges. 3.Made me laugh. You can help us help kids by I'm a ten-year old and I think this movie teaches kids that life isn't all fun and games. I kept waiting for them to explain that. Gus Caldwell The whole movie is touching but the ending really hits home. What gift was Jason learning about on the ranch. Soon after, his vision gets blurry. Sappy, Pretentious, Insulting Moralistic Nonsense! While imprisoned by Ecuadorian drug lords, Jasons local guide (in an adjacent cell) communicates scraps of wisdom such as, Neither love nor hate thy life. I cannot think of a better gift. Why was Jason selected for the Ultimate Gift, meet with Mr. Hamilton at the first of every month to receive an element, What happens if Jason is too much trouble. There are billions of reasons to stay tuned for: Ultimate Gift 2: Jason & the Lure of the Green Poultice. They are repeated, named, and illustrated with film clips. Jason asks her, What do you think [heaven] is going to be like? Emily responds, Butterflies. What happens if Jason is too much trouble. I picked this film up as a new video release not realizing that it was from the Fox Faith Collection a Christian film. This is a movie that I would recommend to anyone, but especially families. Don't be overly cynical or skeptical going in, and you'll enjoy this movie. 2.Kept me guessing. Coming from the newly spawned Fox Faith department of Fox Entertainment, this film has decent Christian messages and undertones. Preparing to leave, Jason Stevens is told to stay,due to his dad having made a special video for him.Hearing in the vid that he is to get a number of gifts,Jason gets set for a bundle of cash.Surprising his son,Red tells Jason that since he has lived his whole life with silver spoon in his mouth,that he is going to take it away,so that Jason can find out what the true gifts in life are. What is the moral lesson of at wars end by rony diaz? They fly into Houston and go to Bill's ranch. If you know the typical "hero's journey" story, then the plot might indeed seem a bit predictable, but as I watched the movie the mystery had me captivated. Knowing as I went into the film that it was a "Christian" story, I had placed a lower ceiling on my expectations. This movie is not terribly made, it has a substantial budget and perfectly good sets and camera work. And I had problems with the scene where his ex-girlfriend came back. For kids, it is mostly appropriate and it offers some great lessons. So if you're a non-believer this might seem Christian but it totally misses the mark as an evangelistic movie. No professional would have accepted scene cuts like that. This episode seems out of place in the movie and does not add appreciably to the plot. A. boring mill He thanks her for the help that she and her daughter gave him. The movie is based on a bestselling novel of the same name written by blind novelist Jim Stovall. When a possible 'future' bequest is mentioned Jason's curiosity takes hold long enough to take first class seat (at least he thought it was first class) to Texas to pick up the secret $$$$$$ bequest. The whole idea of money within the movie was so awful, rich people were ridiculously over the top. He first goes to Texas where he works on his grandfather's friend Gus Caldwell's ranch for a month, learning what hard work is. What an awesome world we would have if we just took to heart half of the messages in the book/movie. The supporting cast made the movie bearable, especially Abigail Breslin. A month toiling at hard manual labor on a cattle ranch teaches him the value of work, while the removal of all his material possessions leads him to the gift of true friendship. I'd happily watch it again. I understand that he needed to find out the truth about his father, which still doesn't seem relevant to me, but getting taken hostage by drug lords? When I saw this kid, I wondered how they were going to make him into a good guy. A must watch! No car chase scenes. I'm not sure if the director got bored of the Christian genre and suddenly wanted to jump to an action film or what! Again, her dialog was way too matured and way too adult, not a bit like a young kid physically weakened by terminal disease, because most of the time, she didn't look a bit sick even in her hospital bed. After thirty days, he returns to Houston, where he's paid for his work. But the movie is far from great. The part that I had the most difficult time with was the death of Emily Rose. The book is a great story, the movie's storyline is even better. Snake. Ridiculous plot + horrendous acting equals an un-watchable movie. I, on the other hand, found this film's plot to be too contrived and irksome. The Ultimate Gift a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Drew Fuller's inexperience shows itself from time to time, as he plays Jason Stevens, the spoiled grandson of a deceased billionaire whose expectations from the will are put off while he is led through several tasks designed to make him a better person. I am a judge for the Indianapolis-based Heartland Film Festival. I felt like I was sitting through some after school special made by a film student. Contrived. Avoid at all costs.we finally found something that makes Patch Adams look like a deep work of art! It has all too many plot twists (a girl dying from leukemia, Jason unexpectedly falling in love with the girl's mother, etc.) After the groundbreaking for Emily's Home, Jason is recalled to the law firm for one more meeting and told he has exceeded the expectations of his dead grandfather, and he is given the final gift of $2-billion dollars, rewarding Jason not only for his completing the tasks, but for using the $100-million to help others. And what a great investment that living room sofa for the night would have been! I first got this film out of the video store last year because i wanted to see what Drew Fuller was like outside of his role in Charmed. Oh, and the butterfly at the end of the movie was a wonderful, special touch! The editing and cuts were a few of the chief aspects that reminded me of 7th Heaven. A family member jokingly asks Jason, Are you on crack again?, Jason carelessly zips up to an airport entrance on a motorcycle with police in tow, suggesting hed been riding recklessly and/or speeding. I have not read the book, yet I am sure that this is one of the better adaptions of a book to movie. Her mother, Alexia, played by Ali Hillis. I challenge anyone to remember such films. With the overall look and feel of a Lifetime Channel movie, James Garner, Bill Cobbs and Lee Meriweither add enough class and talent to make it watchable and, at times, effective. Christian references that were never explained in context, but just enough to get the "Fox Faith" production approval. Title (Brazil): "O Presente" ("The Gift"). (I expect that her agent will be getting more than a few calls over the next few weeks). Jason Stevens (Drew Fuller) is a spoiled rich kid. Always more. 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