All Saints
When a group of Burmese refugees join the congregation, the pastor of a failing Anglican church attempts to aid them by planting crops and enlisting the help of the community.
16 October 1975, Taipei, Taiwan
16 October 1940, Lamesa, Texas, USA
August 31, 2017
Based on a true story, this film is sure to evoke admiration, if not converts.
August 25, 2017
All Saints is rather fascinating in its relationship to faith and religion. It's a film not so much about scripture as it is about community.
September 07, 2017
Touching and entertaining. The surprising element of All Saints is its religious message, which isn't as obvious as you'd expect.
August 29, 2017
Inspiring True Story That Will Amaze
September 01, 2017
A vanishing rarity: a film that explores the Christian ideal in a way that is attractive regardless of viewers' faith or lack thereof, while challenging believers to live up to that ideal.
August 25, 2017
As directed by Steven Gomer, the film is hampered by uneven and sometimes awkward pacing. A few emotional scenes are overly telegraphed. When a sad event occurs, the violins literally kick in.
August 25, 2017
[It] certainly doesn't neglect its religious themes. But it mainly stresses the humanity of its characters and the importance of community ties. It does this in a manner that is never heavy-handed, making the true-life tale all the more inspiring.
August 31, 2017
Acting at the top saves the day-by Corbett, old pro Barry Corbin as the town curmudgeon, and (especially) Nelson Lee as the leader of the refugees.
August 25, 2017
In the genre of faith-based films, Gomer's effort does a good job of being candid about its faith without becoming preachy and serves as an appealing illustration of the principles it espouses.
August 24, 2017
Steve Gomer's fine fact-based, faith-based film showcases a career-highlight performance by John Corbett.
August 28, 2017
What faith-based films used to be, and ought to be again -- upbeat and inspiring.
August 25, 2017
All Saints feels like a bit of a miracle. It's a faith-based movie inspired by a true story that lets its dramatic moments unfold without relying on melodrama.
