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Peter Rainer FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles) It's all rather standardized and cliché... But it's worth seeing, possibly because of Jared Harris' performance. Feb 11, 2025 Full Review Katie Walsh Tribune News Service The film is a loving tribute from a son to a father figure, but perhaps Deen is too close to the story to have much perspective on it. We’ve seen this story before and “Brave the Dark” doesn’t shed new light. Rated: 2/4 Jan 27, 2025 Full Review Joe Leydon Variety A low-key inspirational indie that sensitively elicits empathy and sympathy without ever pushing too hard or simplifying complexities. Jan 24, 2025 Full Review Matthew Turner Action Reloaded A superbly acted, powerfully emotional story that beautifully illustrates the transformative power of kindness and understanding. Rated: 3/5 Feb 11, 2025 Full Review Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com Being based on a true story gives the film an added punch. Rated: 6/10 Feb 6, 2025 Full Review Marie Asner Phantom Tollbooth All in all, this is a true story brought to life on the screen and showing how grief can be opened up, let out, explored and put in a special place. Rated: 3/5 Feb 4, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

Michael E This movie was so moving. Remarkable true story. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/12/25 Full Review Tony A This is a movie I would recommend!! In today's society, with the political, business, and social strife that is going on, this movie takes us back to the idea of what it means to be kind to one another and looking out for others. I loved the story of how one teacher's selfless act impacted a teenager's life! I walked out of the theater with a smile! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/12/25 Full Review Kerry It was touching. I liked it! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/11/25 Full Review Susan Such a wonderful story of how kindness and love can change a persons life! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/10/25 Full Review MelyD1 It was very good! A wonderful true story! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/10/25 Full Review Richard Absolutely would recommend seeing this show!!! Amazing story and will make you shed a few tears! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/09/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis When Mr. Deen discovers one of his students has been living out of his car and thrown into jail, he decides to bail him out. Determined to curb Nate's self-destructive behavior, Mr. Deen quickly discovers a host of dark secrets that are slowly tearing Nate apart. What started as a good deed becomes a desperate fight to save Nate from his own demons. As Nate spirals deeper into despair, Mr. Deen must decide how far he's willing to go to save a kid on the brink of losing everything--even himself.

Director

Damian Harris

Producer

Grant Bradley, Derek Dienner, Dale G. Bradley

Screenwriter

Dale G. Bradley, Lynn Robertson Hay, Nathaniel Deen, John P. Spencer, Damian Harris

Distributor

Angel Studios

Production Co

Inspiring Films, Aristos Films, Make/Films, Triode Media

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Drama

Original Language

English

Release Date (Theaters)

Jan 24, 2025, Limited

Runtime

2h 2m