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Summary: Percy will grow on you, if you give her a chance
Review: I like the fact that this movie is made very simple, without a lot of special effects gimmicks or foul language. We are left with the natural beauty of rural Maine, a dose of religious symbolism, and an intriguing newcomer named Percy. She grows on most of the town except for a few people (you'll figure out why). I'd prefer not to give away the ending.
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Summary: See the play!
Review: I rented this movie only after having seen the play. The play, written by James Valcq and Fred Alley did MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS to the storyline of the movie! The movie only gets a 3, the play, 10+
For fans of this movie, I highly recommend the theatrical production! You won't be disappointed!
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Summary: A deeply compelling film
Review: I thought "The Spitfire Grill" was fabulous. It's combination of comedy and tragedy is almost Shakespearean. A well-earned 5 stars!
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Summary: Really Dramatic
Review: I watched it with my church during Lent, and it was perfect for that. It's a great story of compassion and hope, and very moving. I think anyone would like it so you should all go see it! People were crying during it... And you would keep thinking conditions were getting better for the main character, and then they'd take another turn for the worst.
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Summary: A Wonderful Film of Redemption
Review: I won't get into any plot details, as several previous reviews have already discussed the character and scene development. I thought the film was a minor masterpiece in its subtle understatement and remarkable artistic achievent. The film seemed to adumbrate several themes; namely, the quest to find peace and harmony in a remote town far away from the hustle and bustle of modern urban stress. As it turns out, however, that there is an undeniable malaise which pervades this small town located in the far away wilderness of Maine. The name implies biblical associations. There are the themes of loss, of alienation, of lack of understanding and communication among the towns people. Despite the undeniable beauty of the place, there emerges a sort of spiritual wasteland which poisons the town. Along comes Percy, a stranger with her own desolate past. As the movie progresses Percy's involvement and commitment to her work and to several of the inhabitants involve the viewer's growing awareness that she is somehow a redeeming force. The scene between Percy and the reclusive, hermetic son near the end fully defines her role as the young woman redeemer of this wasteland. Her death, not unlike the ultimate sacrificial act brings the townspeople together in a sort of final requiem. The town is awakened and is ready to accept the new caretaker of the Spitfire Grill. A wonderful film.
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Summary: A Wonderful Film of Redemption
Review: I won't get into any plot details, as several previous reviews have already discussed the character and scene development. I thought the film was a minor masterpiece in its subtle understatement and remarkable artistic achievent. The film seemed to adumbrate several themes; namely, the quest to find peace and harmony in a remote town far away from the hustle and bustle of modern urban stress. As it turns out, however, that there is an undeniable malaise which pervades this small town located in the far away wilderness of Maine. The name implies biblical associations. There are the themes of loss, of alienation, of lack of understanding and communication among the towns people. Despite the undeniable beauty of the place, there emerges a sort of spiritual wasteland which poisons the town. Along comes Percy, a stranger with her own desolate past. As the movie progresses Percy's involvement and commitment to her work and to several of the inhabitants involve the viewer's growing awareness that she is somehow a redeeming force. The scene between Percy and the reclusive, hermetic son near the end fully defines her role as the young woman redeemer of this wasteland. Her death, not unlike the ultimate sacrificial act brings the townspeople together in a sort of final requiem. The town is awakened and is ready to accept the new caretaker of the Spitfire Grill. A wonderful film.
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Summary: A touching story, a beautiful film
Review: I'm sentimental, but I do not cry easily when I see a film. By the end, this film had me sobbing, and I'm still not sure why.It's an engaging and moving story. You genuinely connect with the characters and get pulled along with them as the story unfolds. It is both a tragic and a hopeful story. A clean, family-friendly film based on Christian values. If you're looking for something dramatic and unexpected, you'll enjoy the hidden beauty of this little film.
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Summary: The Spitfire Grill is a true sleeper-look beyond the surface
Review: It is understandable why the Spitfire Grill received the award it did. It reasonates within the viewer truths about ourselves and our life experiences. You cannot walk away from this movie without some knowledge or emotion having been struck deep within you; truths that relate to starting over, friendships, distrust, love, deep pain and the healing of those pains. While the movie, in some parts is predictable, all can be forgiven because of the acting, content and message that is left with the viewer. A movie that can been seen more than once and enjoyed each time. A fine edition to anyone's movie collection.
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Summary: More people should see this redeeming film
Review: It's too bad so few people know about this film. I'm a sucker for films about redemption for us very imperfect humans. The acting is superb. The story is moving. When I see films like this, I don't feel so alone in the world. There are many films about redemption (see Martin Scorcese), but for me, there will never be enough. This is a real jewel.
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Summary: More people should see this redeeming film
Review: It's too bad so few people know about this film. I'm a sucker for films about redemption for us very imperfect humans. The acting is superb. The story is moving. When I see films like this, I don't feel so alone in the world. There are many films about redemption (see Martin Scorcese), but for me, there will never be enough. This is a real jewel.
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