Families can talk about the change in Jason. Dreams. What gift was Jason learning about on the ranch. 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. But, this movie had a good story, light romance, intriguing (could NOT necessarily guess what was next). Overall, the moments were worth it. I love this movie it is in my top 10. Every time we watch, we are affected in different ways. The Thirteenth Gift: The gift of entertainment, One of the most heart warming gripping movies I've ever seen, Made me think of my Dad - in a very good way, One of the best, cleanest, and educational movies shown in a long time. Also, the plot is haywire and unsequenced. It had challenges, both sweet and sad moments, intense moments, and a little bit of romance. A farmer has 19 sheep All but 7 die How many are left? I asked the author of the book about this, and he said it was completely coincidental. A sorry excuse for a film, The actors completely wasted. There are not too many millionaires because people are not willing to change their lifestyles to accumulate, the things beyond his surrounding. The plots revolved around discoveries in people's lives we can easily relate to, leading us to reflect on what values we hold dear. The theme of this farce is material wealth and the expenditure of effort make you a worthwhile person. Not that being "Christian" means that a movie has to be bad - it just usually seems to be the case. WHAT A WASTE OF TIME. Bad acting, bad directing and a shallow screenplay were the dominating presence. Brian Dennehy as the ranch owner who teaches Jason his first lesson, Bill Cobbs as the lawyer who was also Reds best friend, and Lee Meriwether as his sympathetic and long suffering assistant all serve as strong mentors to Jason, and their performances are spot-on and a pleasure to watch. There were both overtly religious parts (a statue of Jesus, etc.) The plot: At the end of the. Nuanced and detailed, his performance is the film's only convincing element. They almost NEVER watch movies, but they liked this one. The meaning of life is to find our gift, and our purpose in life is to give it away. Drew Fuller or his character is not the most appealing lead. We are not talking about a run of the mill grandson. Also, the film might seem a little hypocritical as it spends a lot of time attempting to prove that money only does good when given away to the poor (otherwise it just corrupts a person), yet at the end Jason still ends up gaining billions of dollars from his grandfather and not being unhappy with it. Jim Stovall (Author) We got to pick out four pumpkins, and somehow. Perhaps building homes for the poor a la Jimmie Carter, working in a soup kitchen, being a hospital volunteer, a senior home volunteer and/or delivering meals to the ill and elderly? 2401 Lake Park Drive SE Smyrna, GA 30080 404-920-7430 | editor@georgiabulletin.org webmaster@archatl.com. As for Jason and Emily's mom Alexia there is little chemistry in this equation which is consistent with our inability to determine what if any feelings they have for one another during most of the movie. Dying of leukemia, she bravely teaches all of us about what life is really about. All the way through this movie I kept thinking there were gaps. The whole thing kinda plays like a dramatic, spiritual version of Brewster's Millions, though I have to say that I still prefer the Richard Pryor and John Candy choice. Gone in the bat of an eye are all his cars, property, money etc. The best scenes of the film involve Abigail Breslin (so dynamic in "Little Miss Sunshine") as a dying girl who is very concerned about leaving her mother alone in the world. Well today I definitely got my money's worth. The scene changes are so Klutzy, they are annoying! . I thought Drew Fuller showed quite a range of attitude and emotion, and that he portrayed the character exactly as it might have been intended. It teaches value of so many important things such as giving, money, The movie is also really funny and works well with all audiences. Even the one genuine performance was lost in this disjointed production. But second: He is shown as a VERY good guy, coming back to rescue his collegue. Her death drew my attention away from the movie. Stereotypical representations of rich people and homeless people. While doing these tasks in order to get an anticipated pot-of-gold, Jason is mentored and guided and even loved by a Texas rancher (Brian Dennehy), a wise lawyer, a single mother (Alii Hillis), her young daughter (Abigail Breslin) who has leukemia, and an Ecuadorian guide. This is a deeply moving picture, and a well constructed one. It starts with the gift of work and ends with love. What my husband and I enjoyed about the movie is the growth of a spoiled rich kid, in his twenties who grows up and eventually becomes a man of integrity. We are to believe Jason buys into this when he could be savoring that $25,000/night Paris hotel suite. The movie is still worth watching. They went to Texas and Emily said it was the perfect day another gift. No car chase scenes. Led by videotaped messages from his grandfather Red and supervised by Reds trusted friend and lawyer, Ted Hamilton, Jason accumulates twelve of these valuable gifts that change his life in ways he never anticipated. What illness does Emily have in Jim Stovalls novel The Ultimate Gift. And then, another worse character done by Abigail Breslin who played the role Emily Rose , just anther wrong case to portray a dying young kid with leukemia, a role she played way too over-the-top strong and out of place. This movie is appropriate for anyone, although there is this one bad part involving violence. This would have been the perfect opportunity for him to truly show how he had changed. Not all that bad to be honest. loyalty, commitment, and sharing another person's life, What gift did Jason learn about through this process. It seems to be all of those genres put into one. Jason Stevens (the un-charismatic Drew Fuller) is a spoiled, ne'er-do-well rich kid who learns the "true meaning of life" from his dead, zillionaire grandfather (the venerable James Garner) who has set up a series of values-instilling "tests" for the young man to pass before he can receive the hundred-million-dollar inheritance that has been earmarked for him in the old codger's will. Along the way he meets and befriends a young girl named Emily Her mother Alexia an outspoken mysterious girl Emily who is dying from leukemia. But Jason used his wealth and his grandfather's influence to begin construction on a $350Million complex called "Emily's Home" for families to live while the children were being treated for life-threatening illnesses. Wealth, wealth, wealth. That is probably the only way it would really be worth the watch. Only Emily (Abigail Breslin) is willing to befriend him sleeping on a park bench. This is a great movie it is great for life lessons and to learn what is the best way to live. There was so much love and so much feeling that went into this book. Jason befriends the two, and then asks them to go to the attorney's office and confirm themselves as his "true friends" in order to pass his assignment, but afterwards Jason walks away and ignores Emily's request to see him again. The movie is based on a bestselling novel of the same name written by blind novelist Jim Stovall. Instead, he let her to into his bedroom and wait naked while he went for a walk. It was everything I look for in a movie, Hollywood gets one right now and then, most of all it was clean and entertaining. However, if you enjoy all these sugar-sweet generic dramas, you might enjoy it. When his grandfather, the one supplying him with all his money, pasts away, and leaves him no inheritance but a set of tasks to do in order to get a gift in the end, he finds himself lost. "The Ultimate Gift" is one of those movies that exists solely to reduce its audience to a quivering mass of throat lumps and tears while making them feel good about themselves and the world around them at the same time. Still, given the nature of the movie, you could do worse than The Ultimate Gift. Twelve tasks, which Red calls "gifts," each challenging Jason in an improbable way, the accumulation of which would change him forever. Drew Fuller (Black Sash, Charmed, and Army Wives) was brilliant I think that he really showed his range in the film. There are a number of scenes in the movie just like that or worse. It's inspirational, but the inspiration is to help other people and form stronger relationships, and it's hard to argue with that. However, what really "spoiled" the movie (and almost made me give it a 1 or 2) was that Jason comes close to making up with his ex-girlfriend near the end! The acting can be sketchy. 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. The art of life is to get the message., Emily seems to understand that message. View on the film: Summary:The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film directed by Michael O. Sajbel from a screenplay written by Cheryl McKay, which is based on the best selling See Details 10.Film / The Ultimate Gift - TV Tropes Author:tvtropes.org Post date:22 yesterday Rating:1(378 reviews) Highest rating:4 Low rated:1 All good stuff. At the reading, or more appropriately, the viewing, of the will, Red says that in order for Jason to get his inheritance, he'll have to work for it. 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. The story, which is based on Jim Stovall's novel of the same name, is manipulative (big surprise there), but is fairly engaging once it gets going. Red Stevens (the grandfather) has an amazing idea to change his grandson Jason's personality for good for the exchange of "the ultimate gift". 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. He goes to Houston, and then to a ranch owned by Red's friend, Bill, who puts him to work digging, and string, fence posts. Who love each other, that love me. However, it was interfered by the flamboyant engine of his grandson that showed up late, Jason Stevens. Breslin's character has a lot to do with Jason's meandering path to salvation. It was clean enough that you could take the whole family to see it, yet interesting enough that the parents will not only stay awake, but you'll actually find yourself caught up in a sweet, and sometimes tear-jerking story about redemption, and the pursuit of true joy. I plan on taking everyone I know to see this when it comes out in March. When he meets the leukemic girl Emily (Abigail Breslin) and her mother Alexia (Ali Hillis), Jason changes his perspective of life and money, superseding the expectations of Red, improving and becoming a better man and receiving the ultimate gift from his wise grandfather. The older main characters were wonderful. I guess the book must have been much better. Jason looks right of Hamilton, but Miss Hastings is left of Hamilton, meaning Jason has asked his question to an empty chair and a blank wall. Start a grassroots campaign and let people know that these films exist. Abigail B. is just brilliant. A cynic may proclaim it to be predictable and clichd but a movie this meaningful should not be viewed through cynical eyes. What a relief, finally! The question is, How are we going to get from point A to point B? Even though this film doesn't sparkle with a huge budget and sexy highly paid stars, it is a story that hits home. The acting is outstanding and it is a toss-up whether the young people dominate your attention or the old people dominate your attention. The three of them go horseback riding and Emily asks him what his best gift is. I guess it's easy to blow through life with a couple of key goals and this movie lays the foundation to spread the web to get so much more out of life. I rarely write reviews, but the level of negativity thrown at it during the initial preview back in 2007 made me decide to add my 2 pence. It opens with Mr. Hamilton being informed of the death of his long-time friend and colleague Howard "Red" Stevens (James Garner).At the reading of his will, Jason, Red's grandson, learns that his grandfather has a gift for him, "the ultimate gift", but only if he can complete a series of tasks . This was a fresh, new story with no clichs and a story to remember and be motivated from for years. Drama 2007 1 hr 54 min. Also, made you think: what might happen next? I think Fox should have put a little bit more into the publicity machine on this one. It comes not only with the ultimate gift. As Alexia and Jason fall in love, Emily comments (accurately), Even if you got nothing else out of the deal but her, youd still be a huge winner. Alexia is on the brink of insolvency, but shes thankful for what she has. All throughout the movie Jason helps Emily to have a great life while it lasts. In the heavily contrived screenplay, childhood leukemia, Latin American rebels and a bevy of overly-caricatured elitist snobs all get thrown into the mix - and not only is it all supposed to somehow fit together, but it's clear we're intended to get something worthwhile and meaningful out of the whole shebang as well. At the beginning of the movie he didnt have a dream and now over the time taken to fulfill his gifts he found his dream; his dream was to build a place to assist sick children and their parent or parents that cannot afford medical attention for their children. To help him along the way, Jason met a friend named Emily (Abigail Breslin), who helped to achieve his grandfather's goal. I had several problems with it. Jason started alone, but on the way he meets a bunch of individuals who give him valuable lessons of life. I was in a 100 person auditorium with 2 other people this morning, which is kind of sad. director of photography Film Editing by Scott Chestnut Casting By Mitzi Corrigan Beverly Holloway Production Design by Stephen Storer Art Direction by Linden Snyder If I had it to do over, I would probably watch it again, but I wouldn't go out of my way to find it at all costs. "[9] Christianity Today felt the film warranted 3.5 out of 4 stars and called it "lovingly crafted but never manages to build up much mystery, suspense, tension, or narrative steam. This was an awesome movie! In the end, Jason chooses to build a hospital called Emily's Home, before Emily died. And I'm just finishing it. Uplifting and positive, though sometimes predictable, The Ultimate Gift is the story of how one young man learns to live his life in a valuable, unselfish way. I am a judge for the Indianapolis-based Heartland Film Festival. Much of the acting was stiff. I'm lucky that he gave me some of these gifts in real life instead of from beyond the grave. The Ultimate Gift doesnt always avoid these pitfalls but it does manage to choose the right mallet. Hats off to the entire cast. Another thing. Well, this was a surprise. One assignment takes Jason to a poor Ecuadorian village where his grandfather had a library built. Its clear that what Jason did was illegal, but its brushed aside and played off as one last weird prank on him by Hamilton before he receives his inheritance. I did not give it a 10 because there were a few choppy parts that could of transitioned better. This movie teaches such important life lessons it should not be overlooked by anyone. A plan to instill maturity, family values and a large dose of moral clarity. Another of his tasks requires him to travel to Ecuador and study in a library his father and grandfather built to help the people there. The main character in the book is a nephew, in the movie he is a grandson. Forget the Kleenex and pass out the insulin-filled syringes instead. But while Garner was living he spotted something in this young man, some potential which if realized makes him entitled to The Ultimate Gift. Paraphrasing David White, with movies.go.com, this film most resembles a two hour Thanksgiving special episode of 7th Heaven. That sets the stage for a brief reference to consideringand rejectingthe idea of abortion (Emily is the best decision I ever made). A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? Is there a pot-of-gold at the end of these tasks? 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. Spoiler alert! Individuals should beware that the story does stray from the book, but it only serves to enhance the storyline. Great movie. Lots of butterflies. But she also tearfully admits, I think theres something basically unfair about a person dying. Jason reassures her, You know, I dont know much about God or Jesus, but I can promise you that those arms are meant for you.. They rambled about the "message" and the ultimate gift and how their business core values were reflected in the film. If you could witness one event past, present, or future, what would it be? The film has a rather beautiful idea: a man tries hard to get his grandfather's money yet at the end realizes that money isn't what matters in life. The first time Emily sees Jason is at his grandfather's funeral. Even Abigail Breslin, of "Little Miss Sunshine" fame, ultimately sets the teeth on edge with her too-cutesy-by-half impersonation of a dying child. When we can learn from other peoples problems we begin to master life The gift of family. When Jason goes to visit her in the hospital, he finds her in the Red Stevens Wing. I have always thought it is such a clich when people say "Oh this movie made me laugh and it made me cry." (8-30-07) C'mon people, this film is a joke! Starring Drew Fuller, James Garner, Abigail Breslin. He also gave David the confidence he needed to accept his, learned the tough ships of life and it is what got him to help others throughout. The Ultimate Gift, a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Sajbel began with the funeral of Red Stevens, a very wealthy entrepreneur. When Jason met Alexia and her daughter, Rose, he gained the gift of friendship. Imagine my surprise when I saw a poster for this movie hanging on the window of a Christian bookstore. This story is about a rich, arrogant, spoiled nephew who is a potential beneficiary of his billionaire uncle's estate. The editing and cuts were a few of the chief aspects that reminded me of 7th Heaven. 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. Greetings again from the darkness. My dream. We are starting to go again with Fireproof, Courageous, The Help, etc. My wife and I saw the movie last night. At this point, it's safe to say that "The Ultimate Gift" is among the best in Christian films on the market today. Because he used the $100,000,000 to yep others he is rewarded with $2,000,000,000 as his final gift. Jason and Alexias growing love never moves beyond a couple of kisses. Hamilton being informed of the death of his long-time friend and colleague Howard Red Stevens James GarnerAt the reading of his will Jason Reds grandson learns that his grandfather has a gift for him the ultimate gift but only if he can complete a. Jason can't make it without these true, unselfish friends. Success Rating:5. Perhaps they were trying to "kill" the movie in its first week due to low sales by purposely keeping it off the marquee. How much money was Jason given to help other people out with? Kudos to Abigail Breslin who might have been the most interesting of the actors. By that point of the movie, Jason had seemed reformed, trustworthy, and now I wonder if he ever can be truly that. He was able to reach a peace of mind from which he ended his struggles, and he. "The only honest way to earn a living is manual labor." This is one of those faith-based movie that is overwhelmed by its overwrought message. However, Jason soon realizes that the old man is trying to teach him not only how to be a successful businessman, but also a good person. Rather Jason already has such wealth that he has no problem spending $25,000 a night for a Paris hotel room. Parents need to know that The Ultimate Gift is a faith-based, message drama that includes several deaths and has some very sad moments. From his time at the farm to the time he spent in Ecuador he found new light in the different areas. Thus, it is refreshing to see in a context if minimal violence. Jason Stevens, the spoiled grandson of Texas oil baron Red Stevens, shows up late for Red's funeral and makes a scene. Title (Brazil): "O Presente" ("The Gift"). A. I, on the other hand, found this film's plot to be too contrived and irksome. Oh, and the butterfly at the end of the movie was a wonderful, special touch! 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. Without reading that this was a Fox Faith (didn't know that existed) creation I wouldn't have thought of this as a Christian movie. First it is - certainly - completely ridiculous, how he managed to escape; I have never been in the hand of South-American-Bandits, but I cant believe, that it is that easy to leave their cells. Another in the series of Christian message films, this one based on Jim Stovall's best selling book of the same name. 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". There are some flaws, which is why I'm not giving it a perfect score. Through the gaining of twelve metaphorical gifts (work, money, friends, learning, problems, family, laughter, dreams, giving, gratitude, gift of a day and love) Jason 'sees the light' and changes his ways by the end of the film. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film directed by Michael O. Sajbel from a screenplay written by Cheryl McKay, which is based on the best selling novel by Jim Stovall, who cameos in the film. Other than that, it was a great Sunday afternoon film! One minute, Jason will be calmly resting at the town hospital, and shortly after, he is quite randomly running away from villains in a different continent. The story is beautiful, even though for some reason the idea didn't seem very original to me (I think I have seen a similar movie before). Thejus Joseph Jose Overall:5.5 Artistic/Entertainment Content:3 Spiritual Content:4 Family Friendliness: 4. Their content is more balanced, with solid story lines exploring each character's mental and spiritual health and wellbeing. He decides to pay Alexia's rent. This is one of the most generic pieces of wannabe films I have ever seen! Please continue producing more movies with true meanings. All rights reserved. James Garner is only on screen during Reds videotaped messages to his grandson, but the always excellent actor has a strong presence. But I have to agree to all those people, you gave this stuff only one point and cant believe the high voting for this kindergarden-play. Disturbingly, all of his descendants seem to be only concerned with what they might inherit from him, and as the wishes in his will are carried out, the family members barely receive anything. Alex and Ani's set of Best Friend Charm Bangles comes with two shiny bracelets, each with a charm the shape of half a heart, and when the two halves are put together it reads "best friends." $34 . Big thumbs up to the casting director. I didn't really like the lead character in this film;his journey towards a hopeful transformation isn't believable because his character isn't drawn very well. I felt like I was sitting through some after school special made by a film student. Drew Fuller, who played the Jason Stevens character, was actually raised in a wealthy Orange County town located in California so he convincingly exudes the true spirit of a wealthy and privileged twenty-something single man. Why isnt he at least interested in getting money for the Gringo, who told him, that he has a rich family?) At the end Jason surprises himself and others, to lay his hands on the ultimate gift. As Mark Urman of film distribution company ThinkFilms told the Los Angeles Times, While there has always been a great deal of philanthropy in the film business, this is a new iteration: relatively inexperienced people entrenched in another part of the industry making accomplished feature films. 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