Even Robb, who plays Bethany, feels a bit hollow. Cinemark "Soul Surfer" is based on the true story of Bethany Hamilton, a champion surfer who in her early teens was attacked by a shark and lost almost all of her left arm. Coming Soon. Her parents (Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt) struggle to keep her strong even as they learn how to process the overwhelming feelings. |, September 22, 2011 Even its portrait of her recovery and rehabilitation is perfunctory. We want to hear what you have to say but need to verify your account.

Don't have an account? The cinematography was beautiful and the under water shots were very creative. Because Bethany actually was in the water a month after the attack, there can be no quarrel with those scenes in the film. | Top Critics (34) The documentaries on Bethany Hamilton in the special features and the credits of the movie showing the real one-armed Bethany surfing are the only better stuff for me. This inspiring film is well-made and features a very convincing A-list cast; Helen Hunt, Dennis Quaid, Kevin Sorbo and Carrie Underwood. It has it's good intentions, but as the RottenTomatoes consensus puts it, it indeed does have Hollywood cheese (ie: wooden acting) getting in the way of portraying a stunning true story of Bethany Hamilton. The image is an example of a ticket confirmation email that AMC sent you when you purchased your ticket. I applaud her faith and spirit.

A small step in a good direction. Bethany teach us a lot about self-belief and how to always be positive. Does she know that she has been cast as the villain?

With the exception of the attack itself -- which, although quick, unfolds in a gory, violent manner -- the movie is squeaky-clean, with no iffy language, sex, or alcohol or drug content. Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! Running minutes 106 . Suggest an update to this review. Essential viewing for any injured armed forces veteran or contender for next year's Paralympics. But the arm that she's offered looks no more useful than the arm that she rips off her Barbie doll the same night (in one of the movie's rare moments of depression). The father didn't cross paths with her in the hallway like the movie shows, though.

By creating an account, you agree to the Privacy Policy Soul Surfer - Bethany (AnnaSophia Robb) was born to surf.

Credit also goes to Soul Surfer's unabashed earnestness: Yes, it’s a message movie, but the message burrows deep enough under your skin to make the movie, given its utter conventionality, unexpectedly stirring. A shark attacks a young surfer. Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt do a great job as her folks. I celebrate the chance to see such a story of resilience, faith, and love on the big screen. for an intense accident sequence and some thematic material, Why We Are Voting for Joe Biden And Kamala Harris, The Dark Side of Harrison Ford: On the Roles That Led to What Lies Beneath, Why The Thing is One of the Most Effective Horror Movies Ever Made. Bethany (AnnaSophia Robb) has a loving family of professional surfers and a big, friendly dog.

We won’t be able to verify your ticket today, but it’s great to know for the future. What I missed was more information about her medical condition. Dennis Quaid and Helen Hunt, as Bethany's parents, are stalwart and supportive, although the script indeed leaves them with no other choice. So, I told her I'm not coming to Mexico. What risks were there to the wound?

There's a particular scene involving the Bethany, the main protagonist, that effectively agitates the audience's emotions, all without a word being said. The shark bite amputated her left arm and she almost died from blood loss. There's an amazing true story at the heart of Soul Surfer-- and unfortunately, it's drowned by waves of Hollywood cheese.

To be honest, SOUL SURFER gets off to an iffy start, full of cheesy shots of beachy fun in the sun. Add your ratingSee all 46 parent reviews. Brilliant, Inspiring Movie, check it out! Just below that it reads "Ticket Confirmation#:" followed by a 10-digit number. Soul Surfer reveals Bethany's fight to recover from her ordeal and how she grappled with the question of her future. 64 of 90 people found this review helpful. Soul Surfer | Rating: 3.5/4.0 All that separates this from made-for-TV territory is another strong turn from gifted young lead AnnaSophia Robb. The film that follows is thin and frothy, though watch out for that final sentimental upsurge.

I think some parts of her recovery were glossed over.

Please click the link below to receive your verification email. We're updating our reviews to better highlight authentic stories and accurate, diverse representations. |, September 24, 2020 "Soul Surfer" is based on the true story of Bethany Hamilton, a champion surfer who in her early teens was attacked by a shark and lost almost all of her left arm. A solid and inspiring story about faith and family. Rated PG I laughed, I cried, and even though the outcomes were predictable, I still cheered for the end. | Rating: B-

On October 31, 2003, 13 year old Bethany was attacked by a 14-foot tiger shark while surfing off Kauaiâ's North Shore. "Soul Surfer" is a wholesome movie, intended as inspirational.

Please enter your email address and we will email you a new password. | Rating: 2/5, September 22, 2011 Having totaled almost a year in three trips through the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, I've known people who lost limbs and I know it's very difficult and complicated. A natural talent in the sport of surfing, teenager Bethany Hamilton (AnnaSophia Robb) loses an arm in a shark attack. But there had to be more to it than that.

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