In life we often make choices, those choices are made for
various reasons, some for good and in wisdom, others foolishly that end up
having horrible consequences. The thing is, we never know why one makes the
decisions they do but unfortunately that doesn’t change the consequences of the
choices we make. Such is driven home in the new Netflix movie starring Sandra
Bullock, The Unforgiveable.
Bullock is back in full force in this story driven narrative that explores the
life of a “convicted cop killer.” Along side her are such notables as Richard
Thomas, who to me will always be John Boy from the Waltons but a deserving
actor none the less along with the great Viola Davis, Vincent D’Onofrio, John
Bernthal and others in this nicely cast Netflix Movie.
The Unforgiveable raises many questions that are answered in
the flashbacks throughout the movie. Typically, the use of flashbacks can be
tricky but the script and direction provided by Nora Fingscheidt is spot
on. While there are some minor setbacks
in the character development and story line, it is still nicely woven.
As a society and as individuals we often make judgements as
to what is and what is not unforgiveable. Even in faith there are many
questions as to what is “the unforgiveable sin.” It is amazing at times the various answers
one gets as to what that “sin” might be and unfortunately, we all have our own
individual reasons as to what we deem to be unforgiveable. The movie The Unforgiveable does a good job
at raising questions about judgements about things we may be too quick to
judge. We often base our opinions on our knowledge of a situation but is it
possible that we make those judgements with only partial judgement when our
opinions would change if we knew the whole truth. How does that effect the consequences
on may have to go through because of those quick judgements we have made. Even
there though, sometimes we make voluntary judgements based not on our own need,
but quite possibly in many situations the needs of others. Yet, the consequences
are often the same, and in reality not fair. Who is to blame for those
consequences, the one who voluntarily took them on themselves or the ones
making judgements without knowing the truth?
The Unforgiveable is not a perfect film but it is a film
well worth watching if for no other reason to get us to think about how we
sometimes make poor judgments not just in the doing but in the judging. It was nice to see Sandra Bullock back in
full force as a truly powerful force in the acting field. The supporting cast is superb and quite enjoyable.
The best part of this story though, is the story. The writers of The Unforgiveable
have done an excellent job. The last thing I will mention here is the amazing
trend that streaming networks such as Netflix and Amazon seem to be providing
top notch quality movies that while are deserving of theatrical release are
instead released directly onto those streaming networks. My oh my how the world
of movies has changed.
On a scale of 1 – 10 except for a couple of minor flaws I
give a very deserving and thought provoking 8
To see the trailer for The Unforgiveable, check out the following link:
https://youtu.be/JNUjx7LZoiU
The Following is information about Mike Furches Reviews and The Virtual Pew and ways you can support our work.
For going on some thirty years now I have done the work of The Virtual Pew, in part planting seeds but another huge part is getting to know people and being called by many Pastor Mike by my involvement in social media. From engaging in life, I have seen the impact of my work on people on the fringes all over the world. I have run homeless programs, housed homeless people worked with drug addicts, prostitutes and much more. All while giving back my salary, and for the last 8+ years not taking a salary. You can help tremendously by supporting the work, not just from the movie reviews but the work that goes along side that in the development of relationships of helping save lives and give purpose to the lives of others. I appreciate your consideration in this calling that I have seen and know God uses.
If willing to help, it
is greatly appreciated. I ask you, do not write checks or make contributions to
me. All contributions should be made either to The Virtual Pew or Mosaic. The
Virtual Pew is a Religious Organization and Mosaic is a 501-C3 nonprofit.
If willing to help this
ministry continue you can donate online at the following.
You can support us
monthly at Mike Furches / The Virtual Pew / Mosaic is creating A
Community of Faith To Those on the Fringes | Patreon
Pay Pal to The Virtual
Pew at mike@furches.org
Pay Pal to Mosaic
at mikefurches@yahoo.com
If making contributions
via pay pal, please designate as a gift to family or friends as to prevent us
from having to pay additional fees to pay pal.
You can donate at cash
app at $MichaelFurches
Donations can be made at
FaceBook via messenger to my facebook account Mike Furches
Or you can send a check
to The Virtual Pew or Mosaic at the following address.
1249 North Saint Francis
Wichita Kansas, 67214
If desiring more
information about this ministry or the testimonials from others, please don’t
hesitate to ask. I really am dependent on others to support this missional
ministry to keep it going. I have nothing left to give as I’ve depleted, and
I’m not complaining, my savings and retirement accounts, now, it really is
dependent on you to allow yourself to be used by God to help us out.
I am more than willing
to share at your church, business and so forth. I have shared across America as
to the work God has done and done for me. I love those opportunities.
Blessings and thank you,
Mike Furches
To Donate via Cash App,
donate at $MichaelFurches
Click here to follow The Virtual Pew on
Twitter
Mike Furches on Faceboook.
Click to subscribe to my blog
You can also check out
Mike's Musical ventures by searching for Mike Furches and Pastor Mike and the
Demon Slayer Blues Band. Mary Jane's album is available online and by
contacting Mike and the Pastor Mike and Demon Slayer Blues Band album is
available on over 150 download formats.
There are hundreds of
postings so make sure to check out the archives on The Virtual Pew and Mike
Furches Reviews. You can also contact me for a free audio book link of The
Keystone Kid at mike@furches.org You can visit http://www.thevirtualpew.com/.
Hopefully, you will consider a gift to The Virtual Pew.
You can donate via
paypal at mike@furches.org or cash app at $MichaelFurches
Now I get asked this quite often, Can we repost your blogs or articles? The
short answer to that is, what an honor that you would ask, and by all means,
spread the word. Here is our contact information
The Virtual Pew
1249 N. St. Francis
Wichita Kansas, 67214
Email: mike@furches.org
To follow Mike's Band, Pastor Mike and the Demon Slayer Blues Band, click the
following link:
The Pastor Mike and Demon Slayer Blues Band
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5lrkdvEZGg
https://www.facebook.com/TheDemonSlayers
The Movie Guys
Donations to The Virtual Pew
The Virtual Pew Blog
Reviews With Mike
The Virtual Pew Sermons
The Virtual Pew News
