Where Hope Grows
Where Hope Grows
PG-13 | 06 April 2014 (USA)
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Calvin Campbell is a former professional baseball player sent to an early retirement due to his panic attacks at the plate. Even though he had all the talent for the big leagues, he struggles with the curveballs life has thrown him. Today, he mindlessly sleepwalks through his days and the challenge of raising his teenager daughter. His life is in a slow downward spiral when it is suddenly awakened and invigorated by the most unlikely person – Produce, a young-man with Down syndrome who works at the local grocery store.

Reviews
WasAnnon Slow pace in the most part of the movie.
Rosie Searle It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.
Beulah Bram A film of deceptively outspoken contemporary relevance, this is cinema at its most alert, alarming and alive.
Ginger Very good movie overall, highly recommended. Most of the negative reviews don't have any merit and are all pollitically based. Give this movie a chance at least, and it might give you a different perspective.
Ralphnerin-1 when Jesus is not even mentioned during the movie. Granted, many prefer to watch a movie that's a feel good movie that isn't "preachy" (you can get a ton of those anywhere), but the gospel could have (and should have) been presented at least during the funeral scene. Live your dash? What does that mean? What about life beyond the grave (provided by a loving God through the death of His son on the cross)? Sorry if that's too preachy for many of you, but that is what life is really about. I do like the scene when Calvin and his daughter discuss prayer, but wish it had gone a little further.
thesergioargueta Let me just start out by saying that I think this movie is pretty good, I was expecting more since, really, there aren't too many movies that revolve around people with down syndrome, but this was quite nice. I like the story, its nice and harmless. I do wish that they'd put more emphasis on Produce (the young man with down syndrome) and how he lives on a regular basis, during most of the movie he is at work, but its not really about produce as much as it is about the ex-pro baseball player. There are some scenes that feel a little rushed emotionally but the intention is there. But, lets not forget that this is a Christian movie, but how does it fare Christian-wise? Well, it just touches on the subject and it doesn't really get all that preachy so I think that's a plus. All in all its a pretty good film with a nice message and a good ending, (you'll see what I mean). I think its worth a check out for anybody who is interested, its only a 15$ movie and well worth it. 7/10.
lizd-38772 This movie brought to light how so many treat people with disabilities, and promotes the reality of things that no matter what the difference is, people are people. We all put our pants on 1 leg at a time. I want acceptance for my daughter. There ate no 2 people who are the same. Everyone is unique! I am very thankful that the movie industry is finally bringing things like this to the forefront. Ignorance is the biggest disability. People need to realize that although some people may not "look or act" just like you, they are people too and and have feelings just like you. You may just need to look a little deeper, open your eyes and take in all they have to offer. Look at the ABILITIES and NOT the Disabilities!
rachaelnclark The film is heartwarming, without being sappy. It is also thought provoking, and could definitely prompt thoughtful conversations on a wide range of topics. In this day and age of Big Box Stores, Big Blockbuster Films, Huge Meal Deals, it's refreshing to see a real film, with real people, reminding us of the simple things in life. But it is by no means simple. I am still thinking about it, and the life scenarios it brings to focus. How often does that happen anymore? I submit, not often enough.This film follows the personal journey of a former high school superstar, struggling later in life, and his own high-school aged daughter, and a gem of a human being named Produce, who will make you smile. The film wholeheartedly supports the movement to end negativity and eliminate the use of the "R" word- not for trite, political correctness, but because of the humanity that connects us all.