We are to believe Jason buys into this when he could be savoring that $25,000/night Paris hotel suite. 162 Pages. Attending the reading of billionaire Howard 'Red' Stevens,the family leave one by one in a huff,as they discover that "Red" has not left anything for their life of luxury. 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). There are a lot of similarities in families that do not have money. "The only honest way to earn a living is manual labor." It also tries to show us too many events the film focuses on Jason being kidnapped by a gang in the forest, trying to find the place where his father died, stalking his ex-girlfriend and such whereas it completely neglects character development. This is a must see! (United States), FoxFaithMovies.com - Former Official Distributor's Page for the film. I feel that the biggest strength in this film was the acting of Bill Cobbshe perfectly captured the essence of his character. I have even encouraged friends to see it. Even the star (Drew Fuller who tried his best) of this joke-fest was better in the one year he was on the show "Charmed" then he was in this. There's a few inconsistent leaps that do not make sense. I have never seen a movie address so many qualities that are essential to living a full and abundant life. Starting with digging holes for fence posts down on a large ranch in Texas, his journey takes him as far away as Ecuador, teaching him the value of work, real friends, family, true love, laughter, dreams, gratitude, giving, and the importance of using each day to its fullest. This movie has all the aspects of a great film; sure it's no Godfather, but its still and incredible flick. But the movie's just part of the story I think. Having no concerns for anyone around him, he was selfish and egotistical and did nothing productive in life. This movie is sweet, if a bit slow. D. All of the above. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer OFM Conv. Many surprises wait along the way in this tender story, with solid, heartfelt performances. Why was Jason selected for the Ultimate Gift. The only thing was the theme, and of course a great story A+. The message of this film with its intertwining of money and religion is pretty warped. I plan on taking everyone I know to see this when it comes out in March. Jason discovers by accident that Emily is suffering leukemia, and sees this family as a chance to develop a strong bond. When I urge those to seek it out, they have never heard of the film. . Ultimate Gift Depicts Truth Of Well-Lived Life, His memory still resonates with us: Franciscan sister recalls MLKs deathbed, Pope Benedicts 2008 U.S. visit a whirlwind with timely, pointed messages. Hamilton finally says that he's completed everything that Red had put out for him and gives him a check for hundred thousand dollars, which he uses to get Emily's Home started. Unable to stop the high life from being taken away from him, Drew Fuller gives a great performance as Jason,thanks to Fuller clearly enjoying himself in Jason's sulk,which Fuller chips away to reveal something wonderfully sincere,as Jason unwraps the ultimate gift. Don't waste your time. In a persons life they always wish for a perfect day. We are starting to go again with Fireproof, Courageous, The Help, etc. Jason's "gift," at last, has to do with giving to others. What a shock young Fuller gets when he gets the first in a series of tapes where Garner charges him with performing a set of tasks to see if he's ready for The Ultimate Gift being it a fortune or whatever else is in store for him. Jason smokes cigarettes twice and asks Gus if they can stop at a store for more smokes. Movies are always coming up with old people about to die who have a few billion dollars to leave behind in their will. The message of this movie is obvious and there is no attempt at subtlety. Someone commented she is preachy at times. Emily: My dream? If you expected The Godfather, Steel Magnolias, or The Deer Hunter, this is NOT your movie. I gave "The Ultimate Gift" a 9 out of 10, which is an unusually high rank for me, but I can't describe enough how pleasantly surprised I was with this effort. She didn't like him, then she some what tolerated him, then she didn't like him again, then the second he comes back from Equador she's hugging him like they were married. Finding the ultimate gift is like finding your place in the world, what are you here for? There hes met by an old rancher friend of Reds named Gus. The script is just plain bad, the acting forced and the story itself has so many loose and downright silly threads in it- this was a waste of time. While sleeping in a park, he encounters a woman, Alexia, and her outspoken daughter, Emily. It was inspiring--not in its religiosity but in its morality. The plot, acting and story were amazing. "[11] William Arnold of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer wrote: "Its sincerity, optimism and air of open-minded tolerance go down well, and it makes a nice change-of-pace." Oh there were many great moments. Who love each other, that love me. I asked the author of the book about this, and he said it was completely coincidental. And quite the immoral lesson that leaves Jason enjoying his several hundred dollar meal without paying a cent while the restaurant owner is stiffed and left to take the loss. After serving as an associate editor at NavPress Discipleship Journal and consulting editor for Current Thoughts and Trends, Adam now oversees the editing and publishing of Plugged Ins reviews as the sites director. Drew Fuller is WOODEN. Giving his family everything they wanted. At Reds funeral, a pastor alludes to the old mans faith when he quotes Psalm 116:15: Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Another funeral quote from British writer Malcolm Muggeridge applies to Jasons journey: Every happening, great or small, is a parable by which God speaks to us. Planning a Funeral During the COVID-19 Pandemic; Funeral Options During the Pandemic; Attending a Funeral; When a Funeral Isn't Possible or Is Delayed; Supporting Friends and Family When a Funeral Isn't Possible; Grief During the Pandemic. He was taught at an early age to think about others and to care for the needs of those around him. This well thought out job requires Jason to awaken daily at 4-5am, for a full month, and spend each day at hard labor digging fence post holes on a vast ranch. Who cares? Jasons mother and Caitlin are shown in immodest, cleavage revealing outfits. I was in a 100 person auditorium with 2 other people this morning, which is kind of sad. This is rank film making at it's most embarrassing. I am so glad I did! The movie had unfortunate drawbacks that stole from the overall mood of the film. The script is very well written, except when Jason was sent to Ethiopia to help with the library, it seemed unwise and cruel for his grandfather to put Jason in danger among the drug dealers. Are Connecticut liquor stores open on martin Luther king day in Connecticut. Jason Stevens (Drew Fuller) lives a life of wealth and privilege. Jason slaps two nephews who steal his smartphone. It's strictly for those with a fondness for manipulative tearjerkers that aim to instill inspirational life lessons in their already beaten-down viewers. Giving his family everything they wanted. This is good family movie to watch with you kids, 8 years or older, who are able to grasp the concepts the movie depicts. Even the one genuine performance was lost in this disjointed production. And just in case you somehow managed to miss the message that they have been pounding into your skull for nigh unto two full hours at this point, the filmmakers thoughtfully provide a recap of each of Jason's "gifts" as part of the closing credits. In an escape, Jason hits one of the thugs. After the passing of Red, and the funeral, the relatives of Red Stevens congregated in a room to hear the will and what they would receive. These are things that Red Stevens could not teach his grandson in life. When we can learn from our own problems we begin to deal with life. Not only that, but Jason also just somehow arrives home on an airplane, clean-shaven, unscathed, and calm, after he had been pursued by the murderous band of brigands a DAY BEFORE! But Jason's grandfather had other ideas planned for him. "The Ultimate Gift" is a movie that shows an arrogant guy doing good actions in order to receive a heiress from his dad (or uncle, I didn't bother). However, the end was somewhat surprising, because of the dynamic change that the main character went through. 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. There's nothing ground breaking here. My wife and I saw the movie last night. ), by threatening the other bandits with this weapon, but he just thought of himself and his dear friend and left the others behind - and we even never see anything of a " young mans" regret for the rest of the movie concerning the fate of the people, he left to be killed. Jason escapes and makes it home. He could tell her off for using him for his money. A wealthy man Red Stevens (James Garner) has amassed a fortune, turning his personal life into a shambles in the process and producing a family of greedy ruthless gluttons - with one exception: one son rebelled and lost his life to dreams despite the aspirations of the father. We see the tops of her shoulders in bra straps as she waits for him, but he doesnt take the bait. Drew Fuller and Ali Hillis were credible, but so much of the family, and Jason's former girlfriend, were overplayed. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film based on the best-selling novel of the same name. My vote is eight. It was very inspirational! Based on the best-selling book "The Ultimate Gift" by Jim Stovall, the story sends trust fund baby Jason Stevens on an improbable journey of discovery, having to answer the ultimate question: "What is the relationship between wealth and happiness?" Jason had a very simple relationship with his impossibly wealthy Grandfather, Howard "Red" Stevens. Great movie to show kids to teach what matters most in life. That's all I can really sayif you like drama/chick flicks with a somewhat good moral, you might check this one out. What did Jason eat for breakfast his first morning in Alpine? Only she could have delivered her lines in a believable way. It was such a beautiful and heart worming story and Fuller and Breslin are fantastic together. After the death of the oil tycoon Howard 'Red' Stevens (James Garner), his greedy family is gathered in the office of his lawyer, partner and friend Mr. Theophillis 'Ted' Hamilton (Bill Cobbs) and his associated Miss Hastings (Lee Meriwether) for reading the will. What gift did Jason learn about through this process? Start a grassroots campaign and let people know that these films exist. As Hamilton, the wise, infinitely patient lawyer in The Ultimate Gift, he provides welcome respite from the movie's sentimental, predictable action. When his rich grandfather, Howard "Red" Stevens, dies, Jason does not expect to inherit anything from his multi-billion-dollar estate. This movie is one of the most powerful and moving films I have ever seen. Sappy, Pretentious, Insulting Moralistic Nonsense! 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.. He's left a flock of relatives, most of them a gang of sponges who've never worked a day in their lives. Her dialog was too mature and too adult-like, totally unnatural to play as an underage sick kid. Jason a self centered person who has no respect for himself or his family. Rotten Tomatoe's 33% rating is on the money. However, Jason's "gift" must be earned, and so Jason sets off on the quest. We learn quite quickly that Red Stevens (James Garner) is about to die and is video taping his instructions, but we don't know for whom. The storyline is not just the story of some rich, arrogant, indulged, spoiled man. I COULDN'T WATCH MORE THAN 20 MINUTES OF THIS. Jason has to go to South America, where he's taken prisoner by rebels. There are so many beautiful ways this could have been pulled off- its not that complex. At the will, Garner's videotape is shown and in it he gives Fuller 12 tasks to complete before he can gain his inheritance. Because Red had built the hospital wing where Emily received It managed to take a 'Brewsters Millions' theme and turn it into something far more emotional, a drama rather that a comedy. Like a sympathy grab for the 1%. Are there plot holes? This is the ultimate movie. Judgment Wayne is concerned that many a young man will be wooing her for his fortune and the joy of life is the striving together that a man and woman do in raising a family and making wealth. Jason started alone but on the way he meets a bunch of individuals who give him valuable lessons of life. Instead of the expected monetary inheritance, Red leaves young Jason a series of challenges. The whole idea of money within the movie was so awful, rich people were ridiculously over the top. The acting is uneven, with some of the unknowns struggling, while the old pros like Garner, Cobbs and Dennehy are as skilled as ever. During this time, he meets up with a very pretty charismatic young girl named Emily whose bright smile masks a terrible secret and her doting mom named Alexia. 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. The Heartland Film Festival is a non-profit organization that honors Truly Moving Pictures. 6.Calmed me down. Please continue producing more movies with true meanings. My advice would be to skip this flick if you want to see something interesting and thought-provoking. On his return after completing the first task, everything he values is suddenly taken away from him his luxury apartment, his restored muscle car, and all his money and he is left homeless. A. boring mill Jason learns from his guide that the story he had always believed about his father's death was a lie, fabricated by his grandfather out of guilt and shame for trying to push Jason's father into the oil business. 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 doesn't deserve anything higher than a 3! 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. In his last video message, Red uses h as an expletive. That sets the stage for a brief reference to consideringand rejectingthe idea of abortion (Emily is the best decision I ever made). He was able to reach a peace of mind from which he ended his struggles, and he. The story was nice to an extent, Jason became a better man at the end of the movie. The story talks about this Indian man, known as Jackson Jackson, goes on this quest to redeem his grandmothers regalia back from this pawn shop employee who would give it to him for $999. I did better editing when I was 15, and that was with film, by hand! This is a deeply moving picture, and a well constructed one. 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. This awkward set-up typifies the problems with this script. Jason helped Rose live her life and fulfill her dreams before she died from leukemia. Breslin's character has a lot to do with Jason's meandering path to salvation. Drew Fuller plays the spoiled grandson of deceased billionaire James Garner. After the meeting finishes, the Jason Stevens character privately learns that his deceased grandfather Howard "Red" Stevens willed "The "Ultimate Gift" to him! 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. No violence. As such, The Ultimate Gift certainly succeeds, providing a strong moral lesson about the dangers of greed and the uplifting values of love, faith, family and generosity. Also, made you think: what might happen next? But, as with all fables, it is the struggle that matters, not the circumstance, and what this movie shows is the very real struggle of all young men to find meaning in and a purpose for their lives. The first time Emily sees Jason is at his grandfather's funeral. The Ultimate Gift is a film from Fox studio's Fox Faith division which produces only movies with evangelical Christian values. Her mother, Alexia, played by Ali Hillis. Caitlin also wears a very short skirt. I don't read much, but the book that inspired this piece of true art is going to my shelf soon after i eat all the pages.I Recommend for you to see this movie in the company of your family. If you remember Wayne tells Stefanie Powers that she and her husband to be which turned out to be Patrick Wayne that as his daughter she will get a small well stocked spread, but not the cattle empire that he built. Still, it could be said that the film ought to be praised for its positiveness. It certainly sends out a true message of hope & love for all of mankind. Don't waste your time people, if you want to see something ACTUALLY INSPIRING watch something, anything else! director of photography Film Editing by Scott Chestnut Casting By Mitzi Corrigan Beverly Holloway Production Design by Stephen Storer Art Direction by Linden Snyder It really makes you think about your life and what you want it to stand for. This is once such wonderful movie. Avoid at all costs.we finally found something that makes Patch Adams look like a deep work of art! I write a review very rarely and if there is a review for a movie title with my name, its either one of the best or the worst.In this case its the 1st one.I would describe myself as a normal movie goer wanting to forget my work & home troubles and I definitely do not want to return home confused and sad(thats why I am not a fan of European movies).This movie delivered me exactly what I wanted. I caught a blurb about the film including mini synopsis to wit: Grandfather dies and leaves challenges, rather than $$$$$ to his errant playboy grandson. Their stories sometimes feel clunky and self-serving. .avoid this movie ! Jason started alone, but on the way he meets a bunch of individuals who give him valuable lessons of life. It was a fun and cute story with believable characters, and strong performances all around. I wanted this to be a good movie, but it wasn't to my taste. He continues the family's charity library for the locals. Red seems to have held out hope for his grandson Jason, however. The Ultimate Gift, a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Sajbel began with the funeral of Red Stevens, a very wealthy entrepreneur. Life is about love. Emily had been in treatment for Lukemia, and did not survive. The book is a great story, the movie's storyline is even better. I think that the main thing that is illustrated by his use of putting his feeling in his chara during his childhood and adolescence by trying his hardest to been seen as he is, a smart, Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D. and William D. Danko, Ph.D. wrote The Millionaire Next Door, which is a highly informative book about what it takes to become wealthy. Upon landing in Texas his hopes are more than dashed. The continuity was horrible. All of the performances in this film were rock solid. Her death drew my attention away from the movie. She is a parishioner at St. Pius X Church, Conyers. 3.Made me laugh. Potentially a 10+ movie, That night, Jason is seen sitting on a bench in the park, when Alexia joins him. The works that have been chosen for this project are Maxine Shores the Captive Princess and Danielle Steels, No Greater Love. Laughter every now and again makes a person more relaxed and more open to what other people say like when they tell jokes they may not make sense to you so you ask why to the person that tells it, its also a leisurelier way to understand people more. This would be a good movie for youth groups to see. Oh well, I thought, I am a reviewer. I hope that seeing this will inspire others to live out the gift and that we see more such movies being made. It is truly a heartwarming and touching movie, suitable for the entire family. Yee gads! 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. Why did Emily poison Homers soul. 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. But mysteriously, he has a special message, on DVD, for his grandson Jason (Drew Fuller). He learned about the gift of responsibility by inheriting the large amount of money. And during a stint of homelessness after Hamilton confiscates all his possessions, Jason meets two people wholl further alter his life trajectory: a young woman named Alexia and her grade school-aged daughter, Emily, whos dying of cancer. There was nothing objectionable that I remember. He runs to his mother to ask her for money but she turns him down. He tells Emily that he was detained. . 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. Later on the theme started building up as the main character Jason started going through all of his tests. These episodes, though predictable, are very sweet and ultimately heartwarming. He realized it was another drive to what he was doing. The Ultimate Gift doesnt always avoid these pitfalls, but it does manage to choose the right mallet. Surely it will by some kind of work aimed at building Jason's moral fiber, right? As she battled tax scandal, family secrets, and class separation.. It had challenges, both sweet and sad moments, intense moments, and a little bit of romance. There is an incredible amount of value in this message and it is something people of all ages can learn from. He was homeless for a month but he barely got stubble. It was truly inspiring, heartfelt, moving, emotional, and clean. I am a Unitarian-Universalist (we believe that there are many paths that lead to good and moral actions), so I appreciated the MORAL outlook of the film and its emphasis on good works.That is a fine line to draw and this movie does it magnificently. Is it obvious that this movie has faith-based messages? 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