Movie #564 "Saint Ralph" -- what a funny movie that pokes fun at growing up, "boys will be boys," the Catholic Church, and friendship yet while allowing us to laugh at these kids, the film makes us think about some serious subjects like grief, dealing with tragedy in the family (mother is in a coma), living alone when you are only age 14, being bullied by others, taking on a goal to win the Boston marathon against all odds, and running, running, and running. I usually don't like movies about religion, but this was a really good one and I recommend it.
I ranked it 3.8 out of 5 stars
Saint Ralph
(2004) PG-13
Ralph (Adam Butcher) is a typical teenager with atypical questions, the largest of which concerns his mother. She's fallen into a coma, and the 14-year-old has set his sights on winning the 1954 Boston Marathon in a makeshift barter with God to make his mother well. His teacher, Father Hibbert (Campbell Scott), wants to encourage his dream, but in doing so, he goes up against the reserved, ever-realistic Father Fitzpatrick (Gordon Pinsent).
Genre:Dramas, Faith and Spirituality, Independent Movies, Independent Dramas, Sports Dramas, Faith & Spirituality Movies, Sports Movies, 20th Century Period Pieces
This movie is:Emotional, Inspiring, Sentimental, Feel-good
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