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| Director: Judson Pearce Morgan
Actors: Jude Ciccolella, Bronson Pinchot, Randy Travis, Nancy Valen, Nancy Stafford
Studio: Genius Products (TVN)
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 9808
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc, Widescreen
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 80
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.7
MPN: GEPD81237D
UPC: 796019812375
EAN: 0796019812375
ASIN: B0013D8L9A
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: May 13, 2008
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 Sorry - this is really bad July 9, 2008
I was so looking forward to seeing this. I had watched an interview with Candace Cameron Bure and how it was a faith based movie. I cringed so many times watching it as it is so bad. I wish I could say something positive. It reminded me of the awful cheesy Christian movies they made back in the '70's. I asked a friend to watch it and tell me what she thought. She said she only got through half the movie and just couldn't take it anymore. We desperately need more Christian movies with stars - but they must be of quality. Hope to see more Michael Landon Jr. movies as I have enjoyed them.
 The Wager June 29, 2008
A mothers day gift, my mother wanted this movie for a while. Next thing you know the whole family is enjoying it.
 Wholesome, filled with value messages May 22, 2008
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
A Christian film starring Randy Travis (country western/gospel singer), Nancy Stafford (Matlock) and Candace Cameron Bure (Full House)
Michael Steel (Randy Travis) is a hot commodity in Hollywood. He's been nominated for a Best Actor Academy Award and is riding high. This nomination is a 'big deal' for Michael as he's experienced a great deal of prejudice for his faith as a Christian.
Michael's faith is tested in the days before the Academy Award presentation. His wife has filed for divorce because she feels neglected, the director of his current film demands he shoot a scene that is in opposition to his belief of right and wrong (and one that has been covered in his contract), the female star (Candace Cameron Bure) of the film makes untrue allegations involving her relationship with Michael, and a journalist with an axe to grind reports a story about Michael and a young child.
With his life falling apart, Michael seeks advice and refuge with his sister Annie (Nancy Stafford). Through her words and her actions she helps guide him through the valley of misery he's entered into.
While Michael faces the most important event of his life, he also must make a choice that will change his life forever. It's the fight of all fights with Satan.
The Wager is a 'message' film. It's a story about good vs. evil from the perspective of a follower of Christ. There are no easy answers to the questions asked, and while the story has a satisfactory ending, there is always the unasked question for the viewer: what would you do if?
The Wager isn't a film that is going to be popular in our secular society and that's too bad. It is, however, one that people who want something wholesome with a values message will find appealing.
It's wonderful to have films available for people who don't want what is usually served up in movie theaters.
Armchair Interviews says: Wager is one of those films.
The Wager May 17, 2008
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
Randy Travis plays Michael Steele, an Oscar nominated movie star with some personal problems. He doesn't get along with the director of the movie he's working on, his wife has just handed him divorce papers, and soon, another scandal hits him, shattering his image.
Based on the a book by Bill Myers, "The Wager" is a Christian themed film, although this theme is not as overt as in some other Christian movies. Because of this, it may appeal to a wider non-Christian audience but may also disappoint some Christian viewers expecting a clear evangelical message. The story itself is quite ordinary. It's not bad but also not very inspired or interesting.
"The Wager" is a watchable movie and a decent way to kill 80 minutes but it's not great or worth spending a lot of money on.
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