| The Wager | 
 enlarge | Director: Judson Pearce Morgan
Actors: Jude Ciccolella, Bronson Pinchot, Randy Travis, Nancy Valen, Nancy Stafford
Studio: Genius Products (TVN)
Category: DVD
List Price: $19.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (9 reviews)
Sales Rank: 18014
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc, Widescreen
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 80 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.2 x 0.7
MPN: GEPD81237D
UPC: 796019812375
EAN: 0796019812375
ASIN: B0013D8L9A
Release Date: May 13, 2008
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
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Product Description
When the life of mega film star, Michael Steele (Randy Travis), is destroyed right before the most important day of his life, his faith is put to the ultimate test.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 4 more reviews...
The Wager November 17, 2008
My husband and I are starting a movie night at our church. We are trying build up a
list of movies that are suitable for being shown in the sanctuary. Movies that have a good
story line and can create some great discussion afterward.
The Wager had the possibility of being a really good movie. But it was just fair.
It had a good story base, but something was lacking.
 Unimpressed October 21, 2008
I was quite dissapointed with this movie. It was disjointed and lacked plot. There wasn't really any resolution of the character either. I got the feeling that the people who made this movie didn't really want to take the time to tweek and refine the movie's script etc... Quite sad for me, as a christian I would expect better.
 The Wager is refreshing October 3, 2008
Just the fact that there was no vulgarity in this realistic film about the life of a Christian was completely and utterly refreshing! You can very rarely even turn on a television show these days without experiencing vulgarity, crude humor and/or disgusting gore, much less rent a movie as such. My hat is off to the film maker, the writer, the cast (especially Randy Travis) and everyone else involved in the making and distribution of this movie for having the grit to make an interesting movie without the common distractions of lewd or unwarranted behavior, language or life styles. And without sending a "preachy" message, it appeals to most viewer's sense of morality and obligation.
A safe bet August 23, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
As a compelling mixture of the biblical book of Job and the Sermon on the Mount, The Wager is a good story, with many surprising twists and relevant insights. The novel, written by Bill Myers, is a powerful tale of trials and triumphs. However, when the printed story moved to DVD, some of the intensity was lost in the media conversion. While still a riveting tale, it could have had more impact if the actors showed a greater emotional involvement in the volatile situations.
Michael Steel (Randy Travis) is about to make cinema history as the first Christian actor nominated for Best Actor at the Academy Awards. Yet, God has cast him in a different starring role. When Satan claims that no one can live the Sermon on the Mount in today's society, Michael gets the lead role in this supernatural drama. In the space of ten tension-filled days, his life gets bombarded from every possible angle. From his personal life to his marriage to his career, Michael has to hold on to his faith in the middle of a furious spiritual battle.
Fans of Randy Travis will enjoy seeing this singer in an acting role. Also of interest was the character, Cassandra, played by Candace Cameron Bure of "Full House" fame. Her role of seductress stayed within the boundaries of good taste and allowed viewers to understand the temptation without having it splashed across the screen. And that's where the movie shines. Tastefully produced and staying true to the theme of the novel, this film has the potential to present a life dedicated to the cause of the Christ regardless of the casualties the world may throw.
As a contemporary parable with a purpose, The Wager is a safe bet.
Joyce Handzo (courtesy In the Library Reviews)
 Not too bad... Pretty good video work July 13, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a nice movie. This movie is about how a practical christian can live in all of this world's reality. The story is not superb or exciting, its a medium paced movie. For a christian movie, the quality and the work would be rated excellent. Its a good movie to watch in a cell group or study group.
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