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Posted on 02/20/2006 9:54:16 AM PST by topher
Review of A Distant Thunder
Film takes a provocative look at the moral implications of partial-birth abortion
December 14, 2005
RenewAmerica staff
Disney producer Jonathan Flora's new film, A Distant Thunder, is a must-see for anyone interested in the subject of partial-birth abortion.
Reminiscent of supernatural thrillers by M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, Signs, The Village) and reflecting the best in cinematic courtroom and horror dramas, A Distant Thunder takes viewers through a maze of disturbing hints, twists, symbols, and flashbacks until at the end they are stunned and surprised at what they've been watching.
With first-rate acting by literally everyone in the film, along with first-class production values, the film is a thought-provoking look at the horrible, but legally-sanctioned, practice of partial-birth abortion.
"Just three inches. . ." is how the film describes the legalities of the shocking abortion incident around which the film revolves.
So powerful is the film's main thesis, once the pieces come together, that it can change lives, minds, and hearts. It was for this reason, Flora says, that he chose to confine the film to 35 minutes, so it can be widely viewed by lawmakers, political leaders, educators, school classes, and religious groups.
A full-length follow-up version is contemplated by Flora and producer Kip Perry in the future.
A highlight of the film is the sensational performance by the film's central character Ann Brown, played by Deborah Flora (wife of Jonathan Flora). The gifted actress takes the film far beyond predictable "message" vehicles and gives a stunning portrayal of the young lawyer caught between colliding realities.
It helps that the script by husband Jonathan is insightful, believable, and compelling. Jonathan attributes this, in part, to a decision he made in college to support an abortion, a decision he regrets and is willing to risk censure among his Hollywood peers to persuade others against.
The highly-charged movie is an independent project Flora undertook outside of Disney.
The film features veteran actors Ned Vaughn, Peter Renaday, and Charlene Tilton, as well a list of lesser-known, but capable actors. Viewers will not easily forget the riveting testimony of the nurse who witnessed the disturbing events at the heart of the movie, played by Laura Richardson.
Exceptional on every level, the film can be ordered at www.adistantthunder.com. Be prepared to be challenged by the film's puzzling twists and turns, as well as graphic images. Unrated, the film targets teenagers and adults on both sides of the abortion debate.
Trailer of the movie "A Distant Thunder" http://www.adistantthunder.com/trailer.php
Disney husband/wife team of Jonathan and Deborah Flora made the movie - husband producing and directing the movie and wife Deborah starring in the movie.
It is a disturbing film in terms of being a short of supernatural thriller - according to the review.
I feel it is appropriate for the FreeRepublic.com News/Current events as the Partial Birth Abortion Ban may be heading to the US Supreme Court again.
This filme deals with some of the unspoken issues that liberals would like to hide.
It is also interesting that this is coming from people involved with productions at Disney - not necessarily a group that is sympathetic to conservative causes.
But the husband/wife team made the film as a way to deal with issues of infertility that they are facing as a couple.
Here are some additional links on the film:
Note that the DVD is out of stock in this second link. I believe Priests for Life still has DVD in stock.
The DVD can be ordered from A Distant Thunder web site - http://www.adistantthunder.com/
This might be a film for students in high school/college to discuss about the issue of abortion and the issue of partial birth abortion.
There is an aspect of the interesting story "Baby Samuel" in the film.
It is a well-acted/directed thriller and worth anyone's time. As to the "not for young children" I would only state that it would have not been for my own children but today's parents seem to feel that "anything goes."
I have witnessed quite young children in various movies where I have been in attendance and if those children are being exposed to that kind of violence and adult themes, then this one isn't too awful - it is just the truth, using actual images.
I saw the film about a month ago. I am not "pushing" the film as something everyone should see, but I believe people will find it worthwhile comapared to many other films out today.
Certainly, if any "liberal" who claims to be open-minded and supports abortion, they should watch and wrestle with the questions that this film will bring up.
The only reason I would not want small children to see it (under 9 years of age) is that it might give them nightmares and might be upsetting to them. Probably 10 year olds could handle this, but it might depend on the children.
Certainly the "intimidation" that goes on during the film might be unsettling to very young children. If the film was seen with the parents, the parents might be able to calm any difficulties and issues that arise from the film.
Might be a good film for young girls (and boys) as they reach the age of 11 or 12 to see with their parents, and maybe have a very frank discussion on the film afterward...
The Silent No More Awareness Website - http://www.silentnomore.org/ has testimonials of women who regret their abortion. So for those people who suffer today with emotional and physical scars of abortion - they might wish they had seen a film like A Distant Thunder before they had their abortion...
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Because times have so drastically changed and most kids are being exposed to disturbing images on such a regular basis, it all depends on what individual parents wish to have their children exposed to.
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I don't wish to hijack a thread but I hope you don't mind if I also plug the National Geographic movie, "The Womb." The movie was done in Britain and it is astounding. It begins at conception and goes through the development and delivery of a child. The word "fetus" does appear in the running dialog but the images are what hit home. It contains both 3-D and 4-D images that are amazing and reinforce that this is a human life forming! I found it to be the kind of movie that would be worthwhile for Parishes to own for young couples or for Pre-Cana classes for those preparing for marriage. By using honest science and the latest technological advances, the makers have produced an incredible Pro Life film.
Francis
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**moral implications of partial-birth abortion**
That could be massive...........worldwide. Does it go that far?
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I was wondering when this statement was going to appear and clear things up. Disney is notoriously anti-Christian and they seem to support every single liberal outrage in America.
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Wow - unbelievable that this film was even made, in today's moral climate, with the possibility of Hollywood censure to those involved.
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