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Movie Review: Fireproof

I got to see Fireproof last week, and I thouroughly enjoyed it. My wife works for a Christian organization, so we got to see it before its offical release in September. Not only is it entertaining, but it also has a solid gospel presentation. I would highly recommend going to see it when it comes out in theatres in September.

You can take a look at the Fireproof website, and check out the preview below:

9 thoughts on “Movie Review: Fireproof”

  1. I saw the preview once and thought it looked good. Hope it makes its way to this part of the world!

    You might not believe this but I’ve yet to be able to get my hands on Ben Stein’s “Expelled”. Sad but true.

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  5. I saw Flywheel a couple of years ago and was really drawn into the storyline, the budget however was very low. When they came out with Facing the Giants I was excited to see that it was going to be a first rate movie. The quality far exceeded Flywheel but the story, although good, just didn’t grab me. Fireproof looks like its going to have both a great storyline and a great budget . I can’t wait to check it out. (Did anyone else notice how all three movies begin with the letter F?)

    After going to their website I have one concern though. This movie company is a ministry of a church. Unfortunately it seems like they are like every other “mega church”. It looks like they are using the old bait and switch routine. Razzle-dazzle them, get them in the door any way you can (movies, a community park built with proceeds from the movie) and then when they least expect it give them the gospel (usually a watered down version if not outright lies). I can think of plenty of things that the proceeds from this movie could go to that make more sense in light of eternity. After all it is a ministry right? I can just see it now, when they stand before God and say “we built soccer fields in your name” I don’t think He’ll be all that impressed.

    I hope that I am wrong though. Maybe I’m reading more into it than I should or maybe they are just sincerely misguided in their efforts to reach the lost, I don’t know. What do you all think?

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  6. Tanya,

    I would guess your concerns have some merit, but I’m not really familiar with the situation or the church. I’m afraid the only reason the gospel was as clearly presented as it was is because Kirk Cameron was in the movie.

    I think the movie is more designed for Christians than as an evangelism tool. I think the most important part of the movie is the biblical lessons taught about marriage.

    Thanks,
    Bill

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  7. Now that did look like a good movie. I liked Flywheel a lot better than Facing the Giants. I hope this one is even better!

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  8. I had the opportunity to see a pre-screening at the SBC Pastor’s Convention in Indianapolis. While my church is not affiliated with the SBC (the screening was open to anyone), I have been following the ministry of Sherwood Baptist for some time. I am a media director myself, and have God given aspirations to produce movies within my church as well.

    I had the opportunity to meet their Pastor and some of their members. They are the most humble people and they give all the glory to God. And I know that they pray before, during, and after each day of shooting, always keeping God at the forefront.

    There are numerous, literally thousands of emails and letters they have recieved regarding Flywheel and FTG of people being touched by these movies, being saved, committing to grow closer to the Lord. These movies are being translated and distributed to countries all over the world, and they are impacting lives.

    I do not believe they are stereotypically a “mega-church” per say, trying to fill their pews by any means. Rather, they are a church, trying to, as they have said, “reach the world from Albany, Georgia.” The sports complex, I believe, is just a way to give something back to their community. It is not just for them, but for everyone. Not all the movie proceeds will go toward this project. Kirk Cameron was not paid a dime for his role, instead, Sherwood is donating towards a camp for disabled children in Georgia, which was founded by Kirk and his wife.

    I was very impressed with Fireproof, and know it will change lives. I can see marriages all over being mended as a result of this message. Sherwood’s movies are not merely for entertainment, but a means to reach people who don’t typically step inside a church. I would recommend visiting their website (just search for Sherwood Baptist in Albany, GA) and check out what other things they are doing. And while you are there, pick-up a copy of “Prepare for Rain”, a book written by their pastor that details some history of the church, and how God has changed them and blessed them.

    Sorry for the lengthy comment. I highly recommend this movie and encourage you to not only see it, but invite your friends and family as well.

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