This review is uncalled for and should be removed.
We saw this movie today and LOVED IT!
It's based on a real life story, the characters were believeable, the actors were excellent, and we left the movie wishing we'd brought our kids with us! I can't wait to buy it when it comes out on DVD.
More movies should be like this. We went into it not knowing anything about Rigby, but being big football fans we were easily converted. It had action, drama, nice good comedy which is something that is seriously lacking in recent movies.
I want more movies like this!!!

you tell 'em, Larry ...or Larry's wife

this review is so far off base, it's ridiculous! This isn't a fabricated story that a filmmaker conceived in his mind. This is based upon real events. I left this movie feeling satisfied and uplifted. I wish there were more movies like this in Hollywood. It sounds like the critic believes a movie isn't good unless there's more drama and sex than this movie portrayed. I loved it, and will definitely be purchasing this movie when it comes out.

I saw this movie this past weekend and it is definitly one of the better movies that has been out this year. It is inspiring and was clean and had a great message. I thought this was great family entertainment.

I've seen it twice now. Took my 12 year old and his friend the second time. (Had to drag them away from the video games) They loved the movie.

Instead of relying on the word of a frustrated film studies major, I recommend people to go see the film. Write your own review.

This review is so far from the truth its funny. This guy should get a real job away from being a teenage drama bitch who is so bipolar in his emotions you'd swear he just got his first period.

This rating is a boat load of bull **** the movie waws great and inspiring and deserves a lot better

I don't think this rerviewer would ever give a good review to any sports movie. I wonder what little world he lives in. Granted, all sports movies can be a little cheezy but sometimes you have to look past that and see what things the movie does for you. This movie was entertaining and taught alot of family and moral values. It showed people can change for the better but many times it takes some tough decisions by an individual along with some real soul searching. The movie shows how you can change the life in others by being a good friend or a mentor. This film teaches forgiveness doesn't come easy but when it does it truly frees the soul. Great movie for young kids to see because their is so many life lessons covered in its 112 minutes. As an old rugby player we love the "Haka" chant. I have seen it done up close and personal and it gives you goose bumps. Apparently, the reviewer must have gone out for a sucker when they translated what the words and message of the "Haka" were. Go see the movie !!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

WOW! Great movie! We didn't agree with this review at all! We took our children ages 10 - 18 and their friends to this movie. They all loved the movie and talked about it all the way home! I would loved to see it again. Too bad there aren't more movies like this that cause you to stop and think about life.

I'll have to agree with the rest of the posts. I saw this movie on opening night and thought it was great. Should there have been more sex and vulgarity to make this a real "good" high school-based movie? Sorry to disappoint you, but this film was not made in Hollywood, and therefore didn't have that weak foundation that so many other movies use as the only selling point. I don't think it would be appropriate to make personal jabs at the writer of this review, but I also think it's necessary that I voice my opinion as unanimous with the rest of those who have commented by saying this movie was GREAT and I would recommend it to anyone looking for an inspiring true story. But that's only if you want to see a story about "one of those annoying sticklers for honor, discipline and no sex before a game" (because apparently that's frowned upon), then go see this movie.

The reviewer saw through the smoke and mirrors!

Here's what is conveniently left out of "Forever Strong"

In 2008, (6) amazing import rugby players from New Zealand played on the Highland Rugby squad, while local boys sat on the bench. Played for two months, won a national championship and then were quietly sent home. As were their rugby brothers every year for the past 14 years.

Conveniently on purpose, left out because the high moral story then becomes clouded in issues related to why HR recruits players from NZ every year.

Highland uses the Maori Haka, Kia Kaha and and the national sport of NZ yet fails to acknowledge the critical annual contribution of the boys from the land of the long white cloud.

Pretend students kicked out of the Utah public school system in 2005.

Now there is a great story !!!!

A movie about:
the New England Patriots without Tom Brady
The Green Bay Packers without Brett Farr
The Tour de France without mentioning Lance Armstrong
then go and see Forever Strong.
Not one word of dialog, a scene or reference to the phantom players from New Zealand.
Used and forgotten.
There is a picture in the credits
Sorry .....kiwi boys for not giving you a role in the movie
But ....see you next season

Religion saves the main character in the movie, but where is the religion in leaving out the most important element of this so called true story.

What would Jesus do?

So much for building character....but HR got the WINS?

I guess the end justifies the means.

Read the facts for yourself ...
http://highlandrugbythetruth.blogspot.com

Stevie honey you must have been watching another movie :) It is a said time we live in when you cant recognize a feel good movie like this one, my daugher and I left this movie wanting to do better, be more kind thoughful, considerate be a better friend and loves those who dont love us, sorry you missed the boat on this movie seems like everyone else got it .

Such a great message. Take your kids. Ignore this review. The reviewer is dessensitized and cynical.

GET A LIFE!

This movie was unbeliveable! I loved it. It should not be ranked as low as it is, for it is one of the best films that has come out this year

Enjoyed this show a ton. Was it technical perfection? No. But it sure was nice to see somebody stand for something.

As far as Ra and the baloney of "highlandrugbythetruth", sour grapes have been going on for years about Highland but what is said there is not true.

This was one of the best movies I have ever seen, and one of the worst reviews I have ever seen. I need to find out what other movies this reviewer hated so that I can go see them.

This is a great show, one of the best I have seen in a while. It was even better because it was family friendly and clean. Taught many important lessons, probably one of the best shows I have seen about the effects of alcohol in someone's life. I really enjoyed the show!

I think RA must have been cut from the team... Poor RA...

I thought the movie was excellent. A good family film. A good story. It was well made and very entertaining. Of course it was predictable, but what sports movies aren't? This review was one person's opinion. From all the comments here it looks like he has been cancelled out. This is a film that comes highly recommended by me.

In response to Ra. My nephew played on the team and isn't Maori or from New Zeland. There are Mouris who live in the area and whose kids play sports. If you have ill feelings towards this team or this coach then maybe there is some jealousy or prejudice involved. Just because they are Mouri doesn't mean they deserve any less respect than any other player. PS I am not Mouri either.
If, and I mean If students were kicked out of the public school system. This does not mean they were even on the team and if they were it does not mean the coach knew anything about it. He never got into trouble for illegal recruiting. Get the facts strait and stop your ranting.

This was an awesome movie! My husband and I have seen it twice and are recommending it to everyone. It is a must see!

This movie was amazing. If you are going to be competing in any sporting event I suggest you watch this movie before. Whoever published this review is crazy. One of the best movies I have ever seen.

This is a great motivational movie about Character Desclipline and Honor. We definately need more of this kind of movies, and this kind of mentality in the world. I'm going again and when it comes out on DVD I'm buying a copy for all my kids.

Saw this movie on a flight from SF to NY. Found it uplifting, healing and entertaining. Seeing it has helped me feel more compassion for and gratitude towards my deceased parents. What more could I ask for from a movie!

Incredible that the reviewer ahould find such distaste in the core principles and values that are so desperately needed in our society. Finally a movie that had the courage to unashamably present a wonderful positive message. (FOREVER STRONG) So glad that my teenage boy watched it with me (and loved it) I suggest that the reviewer take a look at the lack of core values we have in our real life - not really working is it.

After reading this review then all the dissenting comments, I recall to mind the cliché: "No one ever built a monument to a critic." Thankfully, creative people will continue making a great impact on the world while critics like these will continue to eek out their miserable living—never to be known or respected.

I recently watched Forever Strong and loved it so much, in a few days my students will be viewing it too. I have taken many of the Coaches messages and posted them in our classroom to start our year out right! This movie has wonderful, positive lessons to convey for all ages to live by.

I can't believe that anyone parent or adult how cares about a positive message for today's children could have anything but positive remarks to say about this movie. I work with teens of both sexes and they WILL watch this movie! It was the BEST! Wow! How refreshing it is to see a decent movie come out.