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"Facing the Giants is a great movie about how God can change lives on and off the football field. Every family in America should see it."
Dan Reeves, NFL Coaching Great
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"Facing the Giants carries a wonderful Christian and family message. I’d like for everyone to see it!"
Mrs. Tom Landry, widow of legendary Coach Tom Landry of the Dallas Cowboys
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"Family Values" is an overused and in some quarters misused concept. Still, this is a family values movie that should be seen by every nuclear family and every community of families. I don’t like football movies generally. The football parts aren’t realistic. This is an exception. Well done!"
Vince Lombardi, Jr., speaker and son of legendary Packers Coach, Vince Lombardi
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"Facing the Giants is a fantastic family movie. It is one that talks about real life situations and the types of things that our young people are going through all across this nation. It will make you laugh... it will make you cry... it will get you excited not only about the sport of football, but about living for God and having your priorities right where they belong. I recommend it highly!"
Coach Mark Richt, University of Georgia Head Football Coach
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"An excellent family film with everything in it. tenderness, care, love and faith. Facing the Giants is a great movie!"
Yale Lary, Pro Football Hall of Fame
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"Sterling! Compelling! Captivating! My wife and I laughed and cried throughout this terrific movie. We were on the edge of our seats."
Joe White, president, Kanakuk Christian Sports Camps; founder, Kids Across America
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"Phillipians 1:3"
Bill Glass, NFL All Pro and founder of Champions for Life
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"As a former player at all levels and as a parent and grandparent of players, Facing the Giants allowed me to revisit the many life lessons that can be learned from the great game of football."
Don McIlhenny, businessman and former Dallas Cowboy
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"At some point in our lives, we all say "Why?" (like in the locker room scene). Then we turn our life, our family, our job, our circumstances over to God, and let him have room to work."
Coach Jerry Moore, head football coach of the national champions, Appalachian State University
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"We need more films like FTG to influence our culture in a positive way."
Mike McCoy, Champions for Today
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"I was moved emotionally and spiritually by the message of Facing the Giants. It is different when a Christian coach is portrayed in a positive light, and when God answers prayer by changing people’s lives. I believe the movie will have an impact on many people who watch it."
Randy Allen, Texas State High School Champion Coach
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"Facing the Giants speaks to people on many levels. It shows kids how to compete as a Christian athlete. It shows coaches how to integrate faith into their coaching. And it speaks to the unique relationship between coaches, players and parents. This is a must-see movie if you're a fan of faith and football. I applaud the church that produced this film and Hollywood for releasing it. Give 'em Heaven!"
Rod Olson, FCA Coaches Ministry Director
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"Facing the Giants is a perfect feature for a BarnaFilms Preview Night, "This movie delivers a compelling story told by a passionate and skilled filmmaker.We're proud to be working with the film's co-writer/director, Alex Kendrick and its producers, Sherwood Pictures and Carmel Entertainment.".
George Barna, founder of Barna Research
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"Finally, a family film that men and teenagers will watch! I was unprepared for the impact. Beyond the pain and pressure of sports, beyond the bling and the bang, I rediscovered the true nature of victory."
Dr. Jay Strack, www.studentleadership.net
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"Here's a movie that has it all...and at the top is faith, hope and love! This isn't just a motion picture, it's an experience! A delightful thing to watch, rich with values, role models and some of life's most important themes!"
John Hull, President/CEO of EQUIP
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"Interwoven in a powerfully entertaining sports movie is a life-transforming message. Everyone is overwhelmed by problems at times, and desperate to find real purpose and meaning in life. This movie is superb in every way!"
Dr. Doug Carter, Senior Vice President of EQUIP
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"What an uplifting story of faith overcoming fear! We live in a world where fear and bad news seem to dominate our thoughts. It's good to know someone is putting a positive message in the movies that will encourage people from all walks of life."
John Maxwell, NYT Best-selling author, speaker, and Founder of INJOY and EQUIP
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"Pop the popcorn. Gather the whole family. Be sure to bring the tissues. Then get ready for this film to grab you. I found myself engaged in this story and identifying with this husband/coach who refuses to let the word "failure" define him. Inspiring. Heartwarming. A true film for the whole family."
Bob Waliszewski, Director, Plugged In Department, Focus on the Family
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"Football requires a tremendous amount of discipline and obedience, as does our walk with Christ. It was wonderful to see how our faith journey and spiritual disciplines apply to life, even in regards to football. I loved the film."
Rich Landis, Dean of Students and Head Varsity Football and Baseball Coach Southlake Christian Academy, Huntersville, NC
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"Facing the Giants deals with real-life issues coaches face. As a former coach, I’ve lived through much of what Coach Grant Taylor experienced. As a result, I was drawn into the emotions of his experience and was moved by the story."
Ron Frank, FCA Lake Michigan Regional Director
Former College Baseball Coach
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"Facing the Giants was fantastic, like a Christian Remember the Titans. Great for family and great for the community. I highly recommend it for quality entertainment and outreach!"
Ron Forseth, Vice President, Outreach, Inc.
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"Facing the Giants is an inspirational film that teaches life lessons."
Grant Teaff, President, National College Coaches Association
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"Facing the Giants is a modern-day reminder that David still takes aim, giants still fall, and we often see best when our eyes are closed. While Hollywood prepares its next batch of high-budget blockbusters, Facing the Giants provides a deeply inspiring story packed with timeless truths. Be prepared for it to impact your daily life."
Charles Chandlar, sportswriter
Member of Pro Football Hall of Fame board of selectors
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"Facing the Giants is a wonderful portrayal of the impact a Christ-centered coaching platform can have in touching lives in ways that last a lifetime. We would love every coach to have an opportunity to see it, and are enthusiastic about the movie and its relevance to our expanding coaches programs around the country."
Norm Evans, President, Pro Athletes Outreach
Former player for undefeated Miami Dolphin Super Bowl Champions
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