The films central message about giving is a biblical one. Jason escapes and makes it home. One assignment takes Jason to a poor Ecuadorian village where his grandfather had a library built. Thanks to everyone involved in getting this film to the big screen. Parents need to know that The Ultimate Gift is a faith-based, message drama that includes several deaths and has some very sad moments. This movie is appropriate for anyone, although there is this one bad part involving violence. Later he realized his dream was building Emily's place. was to be with people I love. Perhaps it is not the best movie in its genre, but it is warm and pleasant to watch for the family. This would have been the perfect opportunity for him to truly show how he had changed. He was homeless for a month but he barely got stubble. That aside, the film was terrible! Bererti sekiranya lelaki tersebut ingin kembali bersama bekas isterinya dia diwajibkan untuk melamar dan menikah semula dengan bekas isterinya itu. Oh there were many great moments. It has all too many plot twists (a girl dying from leukemia, Jason unexpectedly falling in love with the girl's mother, etc.) Coming from the newly spawned Fox Faith department of Fox Entertainment, this film has decent Christian messages and undertones. And then, another worse character done by Abigail Breslin who played the role Emily Rose , just anther wrong case to portray a dying young kid with leukemia, a role she played way too over-the-top strong and out of place. Among The Ultimate Gifts other (plentiful) positive themes are the many values Red attempts to communicate to Jason via videotape. Emily was a deep girl who thought about things like death and God. Now THE ULTIMATE GIFT comes to the screen/DVD and before making the groaning judgment that here is yet another insipid little tale about learning life's lessons and gaining some spirituality in the process, try watching this two hour traversal of well acted and well scripted (Cheryl McKay) and well directed (Michael O. Sajbel) input. Drug lords in the Ecuadorian jungle hold Jason and his guide at gun point. It is sincere to the point of being clunky. In 2005, a press release from the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy stated that the organization would be creating an affiliation with The Ultimate Gift Experience to use the story of The Ultimate Gift to promote philanthropy in North Americas not-for-profit health care institutions., Its easy to see why so many groups and companies are rallying around a film such as this one, as it eloquently promotes selfless giving. And sometimes that's enough. Based on the best-selling book The Ultima. What gift was Jason learning about on the ranch. Which of us has never attended a birthday party for a 4 year old where misguided aunts, uncles and parents lavish toy upon toy on a child, reaching the child the worst values, receive a toy now, another of greater value in 5 minutes, put aside the first one now. However, if you enjoy all these sugar-sweet generic dramas, you might enjoy it. A vulgarly rich, arrogant, bitter old man (James Garner) records his last will, in which he taunts his children and grandson. . James Garner, Brian Dennehy, Bill Cobbs and Lee Meriwether make this movie worth seeing just to see these great actors together in the same movie. Dying of leukemia, she bravely teaches all of us about what life is really about. This movie goes on to reveal that somebody may not have a purpose in life, but it can be found by giving to others. I saw the first Sunday showing of "The Ultimate Gift" at my local AMC here in Northern Virginia and I enjoyed it immensely. I didn't even know there WAS a "Fox Faith" line of movies, but I will check from now on and avoid them. Oh well, I thought, I am a reviewer. WHAT A WASTE OF TIME. The Ultimate Gift, a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Sajbel began with the funeral of Red Stevens, a very wealthy entrepreneur. He goes into rebel territory to find out what happened to his father who'd died in a plane crash. The Ultimate Gift doesnt always avoid these pitfalls but it does manage to choose the right mallet. Christian films get a bad rap as being too bland. Everyone I've mentioned it to has not heard of it. I mean, the acting is alright and everything, but something about it just doesn't for it for me. The second I walked out of the theater, I felt like I had just been in church for the last hour-and-a-half. Based on the popular novel written by Jim Stovall and directed by Michael O. Sajbel, The Ultimate Gift is being marketed by Fox Faith films, a newly-created faith-based label from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment designed to provide inspirational and spiritual entertainment for Christian audiences. I love this movie it is in my top 10. If you want a good story about the redemption of a covetous, grasping old sinner, try - you guessed it - Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. It was truly inspiring, heartfelt, moving, emotional, and clean. The Ultimate Gift is a really great feel good film and whether you are 8 or 80 you can appreciate the message that the film tries to get across. In my showing of the film people where laughing and crying the whole way through, Highly recommended. The Ultimate Gift, a movie produced in 2006 by Michael O. Sajbel began with the funeral of Red Stevens, a very wealthy entrepreneur. Jason's grandfather "Red" dies and in his will he leaves Jason a series of "gifts." Why was Jason selected for the Ultimate Gift He is the last hope in the family Ground rules for the gift are meet with Mr. Hamilton at the first of every month to receive an element What happens if Jason is too much trouble the process stops Who were Jason, Miss Hastings and Mr. Hamilton going to see in Alpine, TX? The plot is thin and transparent, the messages are bludgeoning, and delivered with the finesse of a sledgehammer. Her portrayal of this spunky child dazzled me and made up for several of the numerous shortcomings. I left the theatre choked up and feeling warm and relishing in the emotions the movie took me through. I would thoroughly recommend to those who want just a little depth to stories in the cinema. It is difficult to feel any sympathy for someone who has had everything handed to them. Jason has to go to South America, where he's taken prisoner by rebels. He continues the family's charity library for the locals. About as harmful as Disney stories. In this story there is a Grandfather who wants his Grandson to learn how to value things around him thats why when his Grandfather passed away his Grandfather give him series of gifts. Great movie to show kids to teach what matters most in life. Giving his family everything they wanted. I have seen a lot of movies with different plots themes and meanings but the The Ultimate Gift film by stood out among the others. I challenge anyone to remember such films. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film directed by Michael O. 7.left me happy. He also encountered many problems in his gift like losing everything he had. Finding the ultimate gift is like finding your place in the world, what are you here for? Jason started alone but on the way he meets a bunch of individuals who give him valuable lessons of life. I thought Drew Fuller showed quite a range of attitude and emotion, and that he portrayed the character exactly as it might have been intended. As did Emily's incessant lecturing to Jason vis a vis: This is how your love life is going to be.DO YOU HEAR ME JASON.DO YOU HEAR ME? By giving her and her mother time, money and help, he discovered what he wanted to do. Is it a comedy? Overall the movie failed to live up to the potential provided by the critically acclaimed book. We know his father died in unfortunate circumstances, but we don't know any details. You don't need millions to appreciate this. Along comes his grandson Jason (Fuller), a spoiled trust fund baby who hopes to cash in on some inheritance. Let me first tell you, that I am christian and I am, some sort of, an "officially christian", as I am a teacher for religious education in Europe. Because the process of learning begins at that point, Where are Mr. Hamilton, Ms. Hastings, and Jason going on their trip, What was the building that Mr. Hamilton took Jason to visit. En route, Jason meets a series of helpful folks, including Gus (Brian Dennehy), a rancher who has Jason set a lot of fence posts so that he can experience the rewards of manual labor. Hamilton being informed of the death of his long-time friend and colleague Howard Red Stevens James GarnerAt the reading of his will Jason Reds grandson learns that his grandfather has a gift for him the ultimate gift but only if he can complete a. It became obvious early on that viewing this film required that I constantly suspend my disbelief system. Breslin's character has a lot to do with Jason's meandering path to salvation. No anger, no sense of accomplishment both in the fence post work but also in the lesson he was learning. I guess it's easy to blow through life with a couple of key goals and this movie lays the foundation to spread the web to get so much more out of life. It was a fun and cute story with believable characters, and strong performances all around. As for content, language concerns in this PG film are sparse and its few sexual themes are subtleand generally used to good purpose. Her mother's name was Alexia, and Jason began to date Alexia, with a little help from Emily of course. [citation needed] Two sequels, The Ultimate Life and The Ultimate Legacy, were released in 2013 and 2015 respectively.[3][4]. She didn't like him, then she some what tolerated him, then she didn't like him again, then the second he comes back from Equador she's hugging him like they were married. A very unlikable young man is awakened by his boss using a cattle prod, left without resources to fend for himself on the streets, and is captured, beaten, and threatened with death by drunken drug dealers. After his mother tells him she cannot help him, as part of the agreement, he miserably wanders the city alone. Another in the series of Christian message films, this one based on Jim Stovall's best selling book of the same name. The art of life is to get the message., Emily seems to understand that message. I love a good romance story. Many rich people in the city splurge their wealth on the daily but seem to be the most unhappy. The means of getting from point A to point B appear in the form of Abigail Breslin as Emily Rose, a tough little girl who is dying of leukemia. Their stories sometimes feel clunky and self-serving. A tells Emily that if she doesn't get Zoey's number, she will tell everyone that Emily is taking steroids. This film will either make you cry or make you throw-up depending upon your religious views. Jason starts from the bottom as he is evicted from his apartment, his car is towed, and his credit card is all of a sudden declined everywhere. Not all that bad to be honest. To begin, the acting was nothing short of horrific. No violence. ), just stay through the credits. The first time Emily sees Jason is at his grandfather's funeral. After the movie discuss the gifts and the character development with your kids. Okay, my title sounds a little extravagant. There's a few inconsistent leaps that do not make sense. His girlfriend Caitlin (Mircea Monroe) abandons him. Honestly in the audience were farm girls to city boys and action lovers to romantic junkies, and we were from all areas of the country - everyone loved it! All in all, the cast was great, the acting was great, the script waswell, it could have been easier to understand and it was good, and the directing could have been better but I suggest that everyone sees it. It was very inspirational! Brian Dennehy is very funny, and James Garner is wonderful as well. (But then I love movies with kids like this.) Stupid mistakes too! This brings him to address his resentment over the death of his father there, and he makes a trip into the mountains with a local guide to see where it happened. Easy come, easy go! True, she's a patient on his cancer ward, but if every patient who was in his wing of the hospital came, it would have been a lot more crowded. Here is a video from the movie the ultimate gift. This movie made me think, laugh, cry and most of all smile. Who gave Red Stevens his kidney when he needed a kidney transplant? Her dialog was too mature and too adult-like, totally unnatural to play as an underage sick kid. The "gifts" work for Jason and he becomes a caring person who appreciates the value of hard work, and giving back to society. How much better to gather backing in order to deliver a positive message about living purposefully and using Gods good gifts to serve others needs, than to shun such ties and deliver the opposite. I had previously read the book and than went to see the movie at a special premiere showing last night (1/28/07). This is a fine Hallmark Channel TV movie that teaches some valuable life lessons. Second is the Gift of Friendship and they take away everything from him. In conclusion, save yourself the money and don't go see it. Ultimate Gift Depicts Truth Of Well-Lived Life, His memory still resonates with us: Franciscan sister recalls MLKs deathbed, Pope Benedicts 2008 U.S. visit a whirlwind with timely, pointed messages. I have always thought it is such a clich when people say "Oh this movie made me laugh and it made me cry." 3.Made me laugh. Other tests await when Jason returnseach designed by his grandfather to teach the value of work, money, family, friendship and gratitude, among other things. I can't wait until it's release to see it again. After the death of the oil tycoon Howard 'Red' Stevens (James Garner), his greedy family is gathered in the office of his lawyer, partner and friend Mr. Theophillis 'Ted' Hamilton (Bill Cobbs) and his associated Miss Hastings (Lee Meriwether) for reading the will. All in all, the cast was great, the acting was great, the script waswell, it could have been easier to understand and it was good, and the directing could have been better but I suggest that everyone sees it. There was the down and outer story. Uplifting and positive, though sometimes predictable, The Ultimate Gift is the story of how one young man learns to live his life in a valuable, unselfish way. You've got to see this movie! Movies are always coming up with old people about to die who have a few billion dollars to leave behind in their will. People become wealthy by saving money, not by living in a huge house or driving an expensive car. That isn't the whole story since the big picture is really about Jason. Garner also views the fortune he made as a trust that carries obligations and he wants Fuller to appreciate that fact as well. 6.Calmed me down. All throughout the movie Jason helps Emily to have a great life while it lasts. Twelve tasks, which Red calls "gifts," each challenging Jason in an improbable way, the accumulation of which would change him forever. .avoid this movie ! Here's the thing about the message of the film; If you found this to be profound or moving, you are probably a really selfish bastard! It starts with the gift of work and ends with love. An example of how the movie missed on depth and emotion was the early scene with Jason Stevens setting fence posts. BUT: Just one scene before, we saw clearly, that there are at least five other poor people taken as hostages; and the leader of the bandits exclaimed clearly, that he will kill them all the next day (by the way: Why? Jason and his grandfather did not get along especially with the lost of his beloved father. The message could be put simply as "be a good person." After all, Jason's spent countless thousands on her, this is his first ever credit card glitch and she has no real reason to believe he is detached from his great wealth. Brian Dennehy, Cobbs and a radiant 72 yr old Lee Meriwether (Catwoman from the first "Batman" movie in the 60's and a former Miss America) are all solid in their support work and manage to boost the film just enough to prevent that slide into pure hokey muck. I think that the main thing that is illustrated by his use of putting his feeling in his chara during his childhood and adolescence by trying his hardest to been seen as he is, a smart, Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D. and William D. Danko, Ph.D. wrote The Millionaire Next Door, which is a highly informative book about what it takes to become wealthy. Jason, in particular, has a glass at hand quite often. Red dangles a prize before his grandson, saying that if he does as he's told, he'll eventually possess "the ultimate gift." This well thought out job requires Jason to awaken daily at 4-5am, for a full month, and spend each day at hard labor digging fence post holes on a vast ranch. The Ultimate Gift doesnt always avoid these pitfalls, but it does manage to choose the right mallet. Instead, however, Jason must set out on a . With the help (and patience) of his new friends, Jason discovers theres more to life than money. Really good, family values movie, and a good story. Thats right, I said it. I long for a good solid movie of this genre that is a 10. (2019, January 28 . For his reckless and selfish grandson Jason Stevens, who hated him, Red assigns twelve apparently simple tasks called "gifts" - of work, money, friends, learning, problems, family, laughter, dreams, giving, gratitude, a day and love - challenging the playboy Jason to a journey of discoveries. As Mark Urman of film distribution company ThinkFilms told the Los Angeles Times, While there has always been a great deal of philanthropy in the film business, this is a new iteration: relatively inexperienced people entrenched in another part of the industry making accomplished feature films. Some of his deliveries are so terrible, they are hilarious. He learned about the gift of responsibility by inheriting the large amount of money. "[7] On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average score of 49 out of 100, based on 16 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews". Jason discovers by accident that Emily is suffering leukemia, and sees this family as a chance to develop a strong bond. I kept waiting for them to explain that. There was nothing objectionable that I remember. If you didn't get the message about what the lessons were (what, were you getting more popcorn? It tries to preach the ideas of love and acceptance and has the happy ending that seems mandatory for all American dramas Jason falls in love with the girl's mother and ends up owning a company that is worth billions of dollars. These aren't gifts in the classic, physical sense. While imprisoned by Ecuadorian drug lords, Jasons local guide (in an adjacent cell) communicates scraps of wisdom such as, Neither love nor hate thy life. What section of the plane did Jason sit in? The theme of this farce is material wealth and the expenditure of effort make you a worthwhile person. Each assignment is centered around a "gift". Anyway, we know what's going to happen from the moment that Jason arrives late for his grandfather's funeral. What happens if Jason is too much trouble. Truly, the ULTIMATE gift indeed. Jason's old life had no purpose, but from gaining these new gifts, he helped others and learned to care. I highly recommend that everyone see it. This is a great movie it is great for life lessons and to learn what is the best way to live. I saw this as a special showing in Memphis, TN. But Drew Fuller playing the role as Jason Stevens was not a 100% good choice. When Jason goes to see her again. I was close to actually turning off the movie because I couldn't stand her little "almost witty" remarks any longer. What does Red think one of his biggest mistakes in life was? If Hollywood (and by these I mean the movie business) had more films like this one, it would have a nice positive impact on our poor and damaged society. If so, that's really a shame because this is quite a nice little film that deserves an audience. I gave this movie a 9 because as much as I did enjoy it there were a few things that didn't completely make sense. [6], On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, The Ultimate Gift holds an approval rating of 33% based on 60 reviews, with an average rating of 5.20/10. It stars Drew Fuller, Ali Hillis, Bill Cobbs, Abigail Breslin, Brian Dennehy, and James Garner in his final live action film appearance. While this was a reasonably entertaining film in the "made for TV" sense, it was very religious and hierarchical. By the end of the film you are rooting for him to make good on his grandfathers hope for him. He just ignored her. The film started out with just a normal setting. I especially loved how they showed a change in this kid named Jason i won't tel you what change he made that will be for you to see your selves i hope you watch the movie soon and enjoy it!! Drew Fuller as Jason Stevens; James Garner as Red Stevens; Ali Hillis as Alexia; Abigail Breslin as Emily; Bill Cobbs as Ted Hamilton; Lee Meriwether as Miss Hastings. Little known Drew Fuller stars as Jason, the spoiled, unappreciative grandson of the recently departed billionaire James Garner. The second issue I had was that the "12 Gifts" were not really clear. It's not rocket science. we ended up with twelve. Only she could have delivered her lines in a believable way. Audio: EnglishSubtitles: EnglishStarring: Drew Fuller, James Garner, Abigail BreslinDirector: Michael O. SajbelGenre: Faith, Supporting actors: Ali Hillis , Drew Fuller , Mircea Monroe , Donna Cherry , Catherine McGoohan , Mark Joy , Mel Fair , Alecia Brady Curcuru , Francis Isaac , Daniel Barbeau Producers: Cleve Landsberg Studio: Remember FilmsDevices: Available to watch on supported devices, im 'You Don't Have to be Blind to See' Stovall is an inspirational writer who in 2001 published a little book by the name of THE ULTIMATE GIFT in which he transposed many of his motivational teachings into a novel form, a story of how a tape of a dying man can alter the life of a crassly money-centric young grandson leading him through trials and challenges to teach him the meaning of life. There is an incredible amount of value in this message and it is something people of all ages can learn from. This is a movie that I would recommend to anyone, but especially families. And it is backed by a host of for-profit, nonprofit and philanthropic organizations that, as The Ultimate Gift Web site puts it, are helping to ensure that this story is told to as many audiences as possible. Among them: National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys, Once Upon a Family, The NonProfit Times and the Barnabas Foundation. Who was the 4th and final person Jason learned a lesson from? B. drill press The movie did not preach but it gave some great examples of how to live your life. In an intense sequence, Jason is manhandled and blindfolded by them, and he thinks he is going to be killed. Overall:5.5 Artistic/Entertainment Content:3 Spiritual Content:4 Family Friendliness: 4. Hats off to the entire cast. I think if it was released today, there might be a much better reception. I saw it at a special screening for State Officers for the National FFA Organization and the movie was amazing! When Jason and Alexia go to Thanksgiving at the Stevens' mansion, Emily's left behind. Please recommend to friends. He is the last hope in the family. The story line is strong and interesting but is only a vehicle teach the important qualities that will improve anyone who implements them. The Ultimate Gift is a 2006 American drama film based on the best-selling novel of the same name.. And even though hes struggled to forgive his grandfather for a plane crash that killed his father (near that village), a friend of Reds tells Jason, He had one desire and one desire alone: To ask your forgiveness.. I watched this movie with my 80 year old mother who LOVED it and is far less critical than I but I have ONE QUESTION as I write this.. Emily was at Reds FUNERAL.. Abigail Breslin was great and she and Drew had great chemistry as did Drew and Ali Hillis whose great performance I think was lost in the shuffle. It managed to take a 'Brewsters Millions' theme and turn it into something far more emotional, a drama rather that a comedy. So if you're a non-believer this might seem Christian but it totally misses the mark as an evangelistic movie. That's all I can really sayif you like drama/chick flicks with a somewhat good moral, you might check this one out. He could tell her off for using him for his money. Sitting in the hospital chapel in front of a statue of Jesus with outstretched arms, she asks Jason, I wonder if He takes advance orders for my place. Here's a man who, by his own account, has made and lost three fortunes, so he's an idiot. Yes, she is preachy, but in a delightful way. They are gifts of opportunity to allow Jason to become a decent human being. The ending was overly sappy, and the actors handled it badly. The only thing was the theme, and of course a great story A+. When Red dies Jason shows up late for the funeral and makes a scene when he does show. He also became head of all remaining corporations of his deceased grandfather, valued at near $2Billion. People need to learn how to make a living by themselves. Snappy lines, stellar performances, Capra classic. Oh my gosh, I loved this movie. This movie is sweet, if a bit slow. James Garner, multi-billionaire has just died and in the tradition of today has left a living will. I am sad to see that the box office receipts for this movie were so low. Of course, for those looking for Sunday School lessons at the movies should seek out "Fox Faith." This is a heart warming story that I would rather watch any day than some of the big budget, special effects laden blockbusters that leave you devoid of any real emotion at the end of the film. Maybe someone who could relate to the characters in the film would find the movie to be a more touching experience. SPOILERS FOLLOW. Imagine my surprise when I saw a poster for this movie hanging on the window of a Christian bookstore. Based on the novel by Jim Stovall, "The Ultimate Gift" is a hunk of sentimental whimsy that's as apt to stimulate your gag reflex as your tear ducts or funny bone. Some of the information I knew, such as the obvious fact that you need money to be a millionaire, but some information, such as millionaires not owning big luxury items, surprised me. I should have figured that the small number (70) of IMDb votes were from a select crowd of early movie viewers with a bias towards this kind of film. Although the film could be in danger of being over sentimental and corny I did not find it so, I believe it delivered the messages in a simple and understated way that made them believable. Who makes the plaid blue coat Jesse stone wears in Sea Change? Later I found out that he was just being polite. "The only honest way to earn a living is manual labor." Wasn't really sure it would be good; we've been so disappointed in the past. Jason smokes cigarettes twice and asks Gus if they can stop at a store for more smokes. No close up shots of him sweating. Wealth, wealth, wealth. [1] So many movies, especially in theaters appealing to the young, are full of so much special-effects clatter they leave no room for human beings and a story worth telling. Then he asks her and her what the ultimate gift is and she says it;s health. The script is very well written, except when Jason was sent to Ethiopia to help with the library, it seemed unwise and cruel for his grandfather to put Jason in danger among the drug dealers. The story plays out as a mystery. He returns to America and discovers that Emily's condition has deteriorated, so he arranges for Gus to host a belated Christmas celebration at his home for them. Led by videotaped messages from his grandfather Red and supervised by Reds trusted friend and lawyer, Ted Hamilton, Jason accumulates twelve of these valuable gifts that change his life in ways he never anticipated. When we saw it everyone around us loved it. Something the entire family can watch without stressing out over vulgar additions that normally ruin a film in the first place. This is a story of a very rich dysfunctional family. I laughed at times, I bawled at times. (at around 23 mins) Jason has been talking to Mr. Hamilton when Mr. Hamilton turns away and leaves. His mother (Donna Cherry) is told not to help him. This Indian man has had a troubling past, along with saying he has a habit breaking other peoples hearts, but he has good friends and even knows a couple of store employees who let him use their stores bathroom. The shame of it is, that no-one seems to care, and that's sad! Too bad only 3 other people were in the theater for a 7pm show in Ann Arbor. 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