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(While the Scriptural references are certainly not subjective, my commentary may be and sometimes is somewhat subjective.)
 Production (US): Advent Film Group, Brightline Pictures and M-Cross Entertainment in Association With Patrick Henry College Distribution (US): Provident-Integrity Director(s): Manny Edwards, George D. Escobar, Mike Holcomb, Benjamin Adams, David Rust Producer(s): Manny Edwards, George D. Escobar, Brian Gatley Story and Screenplay by: Manny Edwards, George D. Escobar, David Halbrook Additional Story by: Dr. Michael Farris, Benjamin Adams Cinematography/Camera: Pruitt Allen Music: David Gilchrist Casting by: George D. Escobar, Benjamin Adams Film Editing: Manny Edwards, Luke Becker Viewed on Provident-Integrity Home Entertainment DVD "Fiat justicia, et pereat mundus" is a central theme used by this film. Literally translated from Latin it means "Let justice be done, and the world perish." My interpretation of its use in this film is 'let the world perish as long as justice is served.' The application of that interpretation is embedded into the story with "Do what is right. Come what may." but I will not discuss it any further lest I spoil the film too much. Caleb Hogan (Austin Kearney), a Christian college student, is trying his best to get into the Patrick Henry College: for Christ and for Liberty, "home of the best moot court team in the country." "Moot court?" I had to look it up. Moot court is a law school competition where students prepare pre-trial appellate cases usually assigned to the student to be heard by judges made up by law professors, local attorneys and occasionally by members of the judiciary. In this case, Caleb and his partner are to argue for the reversal of the 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision which gave authority to minor girls to obtain an abortion without parental consent or knowledge. Caleb's Christian father, Don (Kenneth Jezek) is all in favor of paying for Caleb's expenses at Patrick Henry College. Caleb's most serious obstacle is his mother, Judith (Karen Jezek). Judith is a feminist member of a prominent law firm which is grooming Caleb to become a full partner in five years. But since the Patrick Henry College is Christian and Judith is agnostic she extorts Caleb by agreeing to pay for the first year of college expenses but to get continued funding he must win the National Moot Court Championship. As a function of the mooting, Caleb is chosen as partner to Rachel Morton (Victoria Emmons), a deeply convicted Christian girl. As Rachel and Caleb prepare their argument, more than a legal argument develops. While Caleb delivers his argument at the National Moot Court Championship against the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision his mother Judith simultaneously argues a case before the Supreme Court in favor of abortion. As the story builds and grows, some intelligent and hard-to-argue rationale is delivered to answer the question "When does life actually begin?" The film uses content that may cause discomfort but note that each item of what might be considered ignominy is integral to the story. We simply tell you what is there. You decide whether the content is acceptable to your family or other audience. While it is our policy not to make recommendations about films, I will break with my own policy and suggest this film might well be worth your time and effort. Come What May presents a well constructed cinematic fabric using mostly unknown performers who are, for the most part, capable of delivering a convincing performance. The Patrick Henry College teamed up with the Advent Film Group to bring you this thought-provoking journey into the legal world. Following are brief discussions of the content per individual content investigation area. As always the Findings section of this report, the heart of the CAP Analysis Model, is the best source for discovering the full accounting of the content of this film. Wanton Violence/Crime (W) - 96 out of 100 The only matter that applies to the investigation standards of this content investigation area is the extortion of Caleb's performance in the National Moot Court Championship by his mother using college funding as leverage. [Ps. 62:10] Impudence/Hate (I) - 81 out of 100 A number of times Judith argues with Don. [Eph. 5:22 - 25] Caleb uses deception once to influence Rachel. [Prov. 24:28] It is the findings of this content investigation area that warrant the display of the yellow CAPCon Alert light (top left corner of this page) which indicates the content revealed by this investigation area warrants sober attention to the listing in the Findings section of this report. Sexual Immorality (S) - 100 out of 100 Nothing even remotely associated with sexually immoral behavior or imagery is present in this film. One time after burning the midnight oil in Caleb's father's house to prepare their case Caleb and Rachel fall asleep on the couch, one next to the other. A nice touch by the filmmaker was seen as Don whispered in Caleb's ear that he should move to a chair. Drugs/Alcohol (D) - 92 out of 100 Dinner wine is seen twice. [Eph. 5:18] No possession or consumption of illegal drugs or tobacco was found nor was abuse of prescription drugs found. Offense to God (O) - 92 out of 100 Arguments about moral relativity [2 Tim. 3:16] are heard as is anti-Creationism. But no witchcraft, sorcery or other such unholy practice is seen. Murder/Suicide (M) - 100 out of 100 No murders or suicides were portrayed in this film. SCRIPTURAL APPLICATION(S) If needed to focus or fortify, applicable text is underlined or bracketed [ ] or bold. If you wish to have full context available, the Blue Letter Bible is a convenient source. If you use the Blue Letter Bible, a new window will open. Close it to return here or use "Window" in your browser's menu bar to alternate between the CAP page and the Blue Letter Bible page. CHAPTER/VERSE As always, it is best to refer to the Findings/Scoring section -- the heart of the CAP analysis model -- for the most complete assessment possible of this movie. |
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(The objective heart of the CAP Analysis Model, independent of and insulated from the Summary / Commentary section.)   Wanton Violence/Crime (W) - 96 out of 100 Impudence/Hate (I) - 81 out of 100 Sexual Immorality (S) - 100 out of 100 Drugs/Alcohol (D) - 92 out of 100 Offense to God (O) - 92 out of 100 Murder/Suicide (M) - 100 out of 100 |
| There are some in the entertainment industry who maintain that 1) violent programming is harmless because no studies exist that prove a connection between violent entertainment and aggressive behavior in children, and 2) young people know that television, movies, and video games are simply fantasy. Unfortunately, they are wrong on both accounts." And "Viewing violence may lead to real life violence." I applaud these associations for fortifying 1 Cor. 15:33. Read the rest of the story. From our years of study, I contend that other aberrant behaviors, attitudes, and expressions can be inserted in place of "violence" in that statement. Our Director - Child Psychology Support, a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist concurs. For example, "Viewing arrogance against fair authority may lead to your kids defying you in real life." Or "Viewing sex may lead to sex in real life." Likewise and especially with impudence, hate and foul language. I further contend that any positive behavior can be inserted in place of "violence" with the same chance or likelihood of being a behavior template for the observer; of being incorporated into the behavior mechanics and/or coping skills of the observer. In choosing your entertainment, please consider carefully the "rest of the story" and our findings. |
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