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Facing Goliath (2006)
What friends are all about
This was a great documentary. It almost plays like a movie. At first I thought it might be a bunch of weight lifting stuff, but then I found myself really pulling for the main characters, especially Ray Taylor. The whole film really illustrates what good friendships are all about and what a person can achieve when they really focus, even if they are going blind. Facing Goliath isn't just a film about bodybuilding. It's about not being afraid to go after a dream.
Too many people my age and older think that once we get to a certain point in our lives we have to accept that we are past having new adventures and new experiences. Facing Goliath is a great reminder to all of us that we should never stop believing in our ability to successfully reach for new experiences.
U (2003)
Some very memorable performances
Although the subplots in this film were a bit underdeveloped, the acting was solid and this film had a very good main story line. The Hannible and Laurence characters play well off of each other. Also, the supporting cast put forward some strong performances.
Despite the fact that the first scene of the main story line (the pool scene) is not very well shot, the remaining content of the film gets consistently better. There was a definite personality to the performances that these lower budget films often lack. The sarcastically self-centered character of Hannible was particularly interesting to watch, as the actor portraying him allows us to wonder if the character might give into a sense of guilt, although this never actually happens. The other less flamboyant characters play strong subtle performances, which create interest contrasts and dynamics.
As one who appreciates low budget independent film, I feel this is a project worth having a look at.