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The Ultimate Gift
The whole Stevens family came to Red Stevens' funeral, even though it rained. Why? Because Red Stevens (James Garner) was a billionare. After the funeral Red's lawyer, Mr. Hamilton (Bill Cobbs), disperses the inheritance among the relations. But why does Red's grandson Jason (Drew Fuller), who showed up late for the funeral, with rock music blaring on his stereo, get the ultimate gift (Although techincally he has to earn it first)?
The good stuff:
This film takes a deep look into what's really important in life without making it seem like a lecture. There is a diverse set of characters and situations that make the journey interesting and engaging throughout. Jason's character arc is rather realistic, where he doesn't become righteous right off.
The bad stuff:
There is some swearing. A couple women wear immodest clothes. One of Jason's relatives suggests that the reason he seems so sentimental all of the sudden is because he's on drugs (another relative follows this up with "Again?"). Jason and other men are almost executed by drug dealers.
In the end, it's a very entertaining and thought provoking film.
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