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Written January 21, 2013
IMPOSSIBLE IMPOSSIBLE TO SIT THROUGH

by aly1dar

Firstly, the direcion was so heavy handed. Trying to be symbolic ( ending scence during her operation and the reinactment of her trauma ) and then the loud sounds to make you jump ( flight attendant closing the door of the plane at the end ) and then the "sappy violin score " and the heavy make-up and on and on. AND THE MOST ANNOYING PART WAS - Why wasn't the father and two younger sibling's story of what happened to them during the tsunami - and how THEY SURVIVED !. I also felt for the yound actors to be subjected to acting in this tragic movie. It was too much for me to stop thinking about their well being and mental state. And, lastly, I will read the book ......................why? Because I like truth and not " hollywood slanting"
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Written January 21, 2013
Makes you appreciate life even more...

by ladynansen

i cant fathom what this family or anyone else who were affected by this tsunami have gone thru. its heartwrenching to have somewhat of an idea of what these people went thru. thank you to Maria, Quique, Lucas, Tomas, and Simon for sharing your story!
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Written January 27, 2013
Love and Hope Triumph

by mellenlc

Beautiful movie....hard to watch at times, but a film full of love and hope in spite of overwhelming tragedy all around. It was inspiring to watch the Thai people tenderly help those in need.
- 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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Written January 7, 2013
The Movie Lives Up to the Title

by kschenk82

I've seen all the big movies this season, and this by far is one of the most exceptional films of them all. The fact that it is a TRUE story and the family was very involved in the making of it makes it all the more powerful. It is the only film I've cried during this year, the only one worthy of tears honestly. The 2004 Tsunami ripped apart the islands of Indonesia, but this movie is about the love the wave couldn't ripe apart. It is magical and moving and makes you very aware of the power of love and hope and really makes you question the materialist world we live in and what really matters. Excellent! Powerful! Impossible to forget!
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Written January 28, 2013
VERY EMOTIONAL

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A heart-wrenching true story. The special effect are excellent at helping you feel some as-semblance of the horror that was experienced that day. I beautiful story and great movie
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Written December 25, 2012
real deal

by godstevies

The ultimate survival. A truly miraculous recovery from the depths of oblivion. The most inspiring true life story to the silver screen that could possibly be.
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Written January 14, 2013
Absolutely fantastic!

by butierfamily

This was an amazing movie! It grabbed you from the minute the wave hit the resort. Extremely emotional and powerful. If you don't leave that movie with a new appreciation for your wife and children, then you don't have a heart!
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Written January 28, 2013
The Impossible

by bratiness

This was a great movie. My husband and I both enjoyed it and would see it again. The action was so real and the actors did a wonderful job. This was a true story and it seemed as if it was just happening as everything was so real.
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So-so
Written January 27, 2013
Movies are for entertainment

by GeeDub411

I love movies that you can really sink your teeth in. This is not one of those. Very good effects, acting, editing, cinematography.......but it is a movie of survival, and it gets to be pretty disturbing.....I didn't see much entertainment element to it, but many disturbing images.
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Written January 21, 2013
Believer

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This movie will shake you to your core of what you hold dear and true. I did not realize the content would be so raw and vivid. A great job was done portraying the events of such a tragic situation. Will definitely rip the tears out of you.
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Written January 9, 2013
Touches on every emotion!

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This film frightened me, dazzled me, brought me to tears, and left me with a good feeling when it was over. The acting was superb and the special effects were simultaneously realistic and artistic. Well done!
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Written January 6, 2013
Super Intensity

by Film-girlly

Since this was a true story and you know what's going to happen, you brace yourself from the start..just waiting. Once the waves roll in and the family drama begins you are breathless. Incredible acting from the entire cast. The kids are so moving. You feel everyone's pain. You really need a big cocktail after just to calm your nerves...a must to see!
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Written March 22, 2013
Great film of survival midst such devestation

by PA_Phillips

This is a heart-wrenching movie. Not one to see if you have recently lost a loved one. The trauma and stress that this family endures is remarkable. Such strong characters. You will want to hug your spouse and kids after this one.
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Written January 12, 2013
True Family Devotion

by lovehappyendings

Excellent story of people and family coming together. What an amazing story. How they survive is nothing short of "impossible". I love how the family was connected with their devotion to one another. Very well done.
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Written January 5, 2013
An "edge of your seat" movie!

by rogerpollex

Really enjoyed this movie. Almost gave it a Must Go. But I just couldn't give it a "must go.' I recommend going to see this movie.
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