Scott and I just finished watching one of the hardest movies to view, at least for me, in a long time. That said it was one of the most touching, profound, amazing shows I have seen in a long time. Mom and Dad warned me it was not light and they weren't even sure if I would like it. Honestly I am so emotionally torn, I loved it and don't know if I can ever watch it again.
One of the real questions in the movie is what is the price of forgiveness? And what is the cost to forgive one's self? And what is the worth of life? Having experienced some of the same feelings, though not to this extent, of the main character made me very introspective. I don't pretend to really have the answers to these questions. Or to think about all these things perhaps as often as I should. Yet, watching this movie made me once again gratefully for my life, and the fact that I am relatively healthy and have a wonderful life.
I think I would recommend Seven Pounds; but, with the codicil that it be watched if you are willing to think and not expect the classic happy feelings. But rather to feel that introspection and love of life. I hope if you watch this or have seen it you let me know what you thought of it too.
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1 year ago
Shawn and I saw it in Theathers. It really is one of the most amazing movies I have ever seen, although like you I don't think I could watch it again unless I were to watch it with someone who hasn't seen it before.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly does make you think and be greatful for everything you have.
I loved it, but couldn't own it simply because I hate to cry that much. LOL
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I don't usually go for the heavy introspective movies, but if I ever see this one I'll let you know what I think of it. :)
ReplyDeleteSeven Pounds was on my to-watch list already. Thank you for the heads-up, I know it will be a deep movie and might want to leave enough time for a pick-me-up movie after.
ReplyDeleteI would ask you to watch it with me, but it looks like that would be too much. Maybe I'll see if Alyse is up to it.