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Gerard Butler stars in this action biopic of Sam Childers, a one-time drug-dealing LA biker who becomes a crusader for child soldiers in Sudan following his dramatic conversion to Christianity. The film follows Childers as he puts his lowlife gangland origins behind him and follows a spiritual calling to embark on a series of dangerous armed missions into war-torn East Africa. Despite dire warnings from government agencies, he sets up an orphanage for children kidnapped by the LRA, a renegade militia army that routinely forces youngsters to become soldiers before they reach their teens.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Katrina-UK
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Format:DVD
Gerard Butler has his best role to date playing real life person Sam Childers, a down and out in America who is hooked on drugs and involved in dealing them. Things come to a head when he ends up brutally stabbing a hitchhiker who tries to attack him and his friend, and dumping his body on the side of the road. He looks to his wife, a born again Christian for help and his life evolves in more ways than one....
In a very realistic portrayal of the crisis in Sudan, understandably this is a heartbreaking film especially because the barbarism still continues today, however Gerard Butler's character breaks that up with his inspirational speeches and drive. He reinforces that sense of urgency about not sitting in some board room talking, but about 'taking action'.
All in all, a must see film!
In a very realistic portrayal of the crisis in Sudan, understandably this is a heartbreaking film especially because the barbarism still continues today, however Gerard Butler's character breaks that up with his inspirational speeches and drive. He reinforces that sense of urgency about not sitting in some board room talking, but about 'taking action'.
All in all, a must see film!
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By YD
Format:Blu-ray
This is a must see movie. An unbelievable story of one person's struggle to help children in South Sudan who were being taken from their homes and brutalized, turned into (unwilling) soldiers, abused beyond our imagination.
Gerard Butler is giving an outstanding performance as Sam Childers.
You might also want to read the book "Sam Childers Another Man's War"
Gerard Butler is giving an outstanding performance as Sam Childers.
You might also want to read the book "Sam Childers Another Man's War"
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By frisby
Format:DVD
This really is a must see film for the outstanding performance by Gerard Butler in this role. It is such a shame that it didn't get more publicity and a wider release at the time, and how Mr Butler didn't get nominated for any awards for his performance as Sam Childers is beyond me.
Gerry totally becomes the character of Childers to the point you completely forget you are watching Gerard Butler. Acting at it's finest and not a hint of a Scottish accent!
Good supporting performances too, especially from Michael Shannon as Childers' junkie friend.
A heartbreaking story that deserves to be seen by all.
Gerry totally becomes the character of Childers to the point you completely forget you are watching Gerard Butler. Acting at it's finest and not a hint of a Scottish accent!
Good supporting performances too, especially from Michael Shannon as Childers' junkie friend.
A heartbreaking story that deserves to be seen by all.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
great film.
great film, Gerard Butler at his best, well almost. read the book too , goes into great depth of the person behind the fim.
Published 1 month ago by Richard
3.0 out of 5 stars
Its ok
This is not one of his best but its okay plenty of action , Nothing that has not been done before but its worth a look
Published 1 month ago by peter c
4.0 out of 5 stars
Better than you might think
I'll come clean. My husband now knows that his wife is unashamedly in love with Gerard Butler. Some might call me misguided but I like him - a lot. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Diane Burke
4.0 out of 5 stars
Christmas Present
This was ordered for my son to give to a friend's son for a christmas present he was pleased with it.
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. P. M. Simmons
3.0 out of 5 stars
MACHINE GUN PREACHER MISSES TARGET!
started watching this with high hopes, and although it has moments that are moving and heartfelt, somehow it wasn't quite believable and didnt quite hit the mark.
Published 3 months ago by Hazel
5.0 out of 5 stars
love it
The Film was well made and i enjoyed it would recomend to anybody a true story which was well portrayed. all action movie
A good overall film with action and sadness.
A good overall film with action and sadness.
Published 3 months ago by Leslie Griffiths
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow
This is one of those films that leave you starring into space for a while after it has ended. It's a great movie and I Love that its a true story.
Published 4 months ago by Michelle Sinclair
4.0 out of 5 stars
Redemption Movie
Excellent acting. At times deeply moving in more ways than one. A dramtatisation of real life events (watch the end credits)shows the change from street thug to modern day... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Fester
4.0 out of 5 stars
STEVIES STUFF
A great film that tugs at the heart strings. An excellent performance from gerard butler,this film really makes you wonder how on earth this IS STILL going on in africa today.
Published 4 months ago by STEVIE
5.0 out of 5 stars
Moving
Gerard Butler does an excellent job of portraying a pivotal part of the life of Sam Childers, a real life hero who I have met in person recently. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Glenwaverley
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