Miracles from Heaven

Sony Pictures Releasing | Release Date: March 16, 2016

6.0	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 51 Ratings

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CaliColoradoApr 8, 2016

Miracles From Heaven (a story based on true happenings) is an excellent movie from every perspective. This story is about a family, it's about hope, struggle, faith and commitment. It's about pushing through and overcoming from many angles.Miracles From Heaven (a story based on true happenings) is an excellent movie from every perspective. This story is about a family, it's about hope, struggle, faith and commitment. It's about pushing through and overcoming from many angles. Tears will flow during this beautiful yet shocking, tough and growth provoking reality. Yes, this family has a relationship with God ...and it was encouraging to witness. It's a movie that explains the beauty and strength that resides in faith... but this is not a religious movie (it's a very well done depiction of circumstances that actually took place... it's one families real life happenings). The acting was excellent (Jennifer absolutely shined and so did many others) ...the directing and editing was superb (this movie touched the entire audience that I was a part of... hearts were impacted and tears were falling). I highly recommend this movie to all people (more movies should inspire audiences like this). A Great Experience!!!… Expand

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Brent_MarchantMar 18, 2016

A surprisingly good faith-based family drama that's decidedly a cut above most of the trite, formulaic, dogmatic offerings typical of this genre. With a focus that's more spiritual than religious, the film delves into some rather headyA surprisingly good faith-based family drama that's decidedly a cut above most of the trite, formulaic, dogmatic offerings typical of this genre. With a focus that's more spiritual than religious, the film delves into some rather heady metaphysical topics through its refreshingly candid writing, backed by fine performances and appealing special effects. Even though the picture's narrative is fairly predictable and has a distinct point of view, it never relies on overly simplified dialogue, blatant moralizing or one-dimensional characters who look like they've just stepped out of Sunday school class. Don't let the cynics or the subject matter steer you away from this one; give it a fair shake, and you might be pleasantly surprised.… Expand

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oskiwowMar 17, 2016

Family film, though the length may get to the little ones (149 min). Only the most cynical will find nothing of emotional value. Bring the Kleenex. Other faith based films tend to hit you over the head with the religion. This one doesFamily film, though the length may get to the little ones (149 min). Only the most cynical will find nothing of emotional value. Bring the Kleenex. Other faith based films tend to hit you over the head with the religion. This one does not, and in the end, that is its most redeeming quality.… Expand

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fanyaMar 23, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. great movie. great actors. film not about religion. film about family, people, relation, hope and love. jennifer garner terrific, but other actors also so good.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerSep 23, 2016

Based on a true story, one family has their seemingly perfect life turned upside-down when one of their daughters comes down with a mysterious medical issue. If you've seen the trailer, then you know how all of this plays out. It's a commonBased on a true story, one family has their seemingly perfect life turned upside-down when one of their daughters comes down with a mysterious medical issue. If you've seen the trailer, then you know how all of this plays out. It's a common complaint today for trailers to give away too many of the film's surprises, but this movie has the first trailer that I've ever witnessed spoil the entire thing.

Okay, so maybe not the ENTIRE thing, but you'll know how the main parts play out before going in if you watch it. So does that mean there's no point in watching it? Not necessarily. The moments leading up to the big reveal are still sweet, touching, and even heartbreaking enough to keep things enjoyable. Something that is made possible by a truly incredible cast.

While perhaps not given the best dialog, Jennifer Garner's mother who is out to do anything to save her baby girl is nothing less than 100% believable. Young actress Kylie Rogers really has you believing the pain her character is going through. The rest of the cast, while not given as much to do, are just as great at selling the emotions on display.

Now this is a faith-based film. So expect messages of Jesus and faith to be found within. The big hook here is that a little girl's life was saved by a miracle after all. That being said, it's not as preachy as one would expect. It still sneaks it's little Sunday school lessons here and there, with the big sermon saved for near the end, but for the most part the focus is in fact on the story itself. Given the fact that it isn't constantly bombarding you with a nonstop sermon like so many other faith-based films do, Miracles from Heaven will likely be more tolerable for non-believers. Still not a win for them though.

All in all despite being a touch predictable here and there, as well as being outright spoiled by it's trailer, Miracles from Heaven still has enough power to pull at the heartstrings. No, not because of it's message of faith. Those moments are really just preaching to the choir. It's emotional because this is a story about a child going through a horrible situation while her mother does everything she can to fix things. The performances by Garner and Rogers sell the entire thing. It's a sweet and sad movie. One that does get in it's own way at times, but still good in the end. Even if perhaps it ends up being only for a certain audience.… Expand

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mahahJan 23, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Miracles from heaven is an amazing movie, I have watched this movie more than 5 times and still loving. I think everyone should watch it. It's also an emotional movie, I cried when I watched it.… Expand

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moviecritic68Apr 22, 2016

Rating is heightened due to the story being a true story. Acting was very good as was the filming. As I have stated in the past if you are a believer the movie will be more entertaining & meaningful. Worth your time & ticket cost.