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In Theaters : 09 February, 2007
DVD Release : 15 May, 2007 |
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The Last Sin Eater description
Part of the new wave of Christian filmmaking, The Last Sin Eater appeals to a broader family audience as well--and perhaps film lovers seeking, simply, more soul in their cinema. The film, directed by Michael Landon Jr., has more than a bit of homage to Little House on the Prairie as its story unfolds through the eyes of its young heroine, Cadi, a Welsh immigrant whose family has settled deep in Appalachia, bringing superstitions and rites from the Old World and melding them with those from the new. Cadi is played by Liana Liberato with gravitas and knowingness that evokes the young Anna Paquin. Cadi's turmoil begins at the deeply disturbing nighttime funeral for her beloved Granny, when a shadowy figure creeps in and chants, "For your earthly sins, woman, I pawn my own soul!" Cadi, warned her own soul would be in peril if she looked upon the sin eater, can't help turn around and lock eyes with the wretched man. And so begins Cadi's own journey of the soul. As tragedy and evil plague the plucky settlement, Cadi is driven to understand her own life and religious choices. "Would I have to live to be Granny's age to be forgiven for my sins?" a bleakly discouraged Cadi wonders in a voiceover. The costumes are sumptuous (perhaps a bit too much so for such a hardscrabble existence in the 1850s), as is the lovely but unforgiving landscape. Cadi's journey is rewarding, yet not at all predictably so. Terrific supporting appearances by Henry Thomas and Louise Fletcher flesh out a very moving tale. Extras include some deleted scenes, and some cool behind-the-scenes footage. --A.T. Hurley |
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The Last Sin Eater Customer Reviews
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I remember about twenty years ago, most Christian movies were about the rapture or Biblical characters. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but the acting and the cinematography were average at best. "The Last Sin Eater" is a great family film, with a wonderful message about Christ's redemption of mankind. I really liked the actors, especially Liana Limberto performance. She really made Cadi Forbes a very believable
character. I also enjoyed the music in the film, as well, as some of the scenery. I would not recommend this for younger children, maybe ten and under. It was a little spooky at times, but not in a horror film kind of way. It was mostly just the subject matter of death, and the graveyard scenes that might be scary for some kids. I would recommend this film to anyone, especially those who were "Little House On The Prairie" fans. I kept thinking throughout the film how much it reminded me of "Little House". Perhaps, it is because the director is Michael Landon's son. In the end, I would say give "The Last Sin Eater" a chance, and when you watch it remember how far Christian films have come and be thankful. |
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