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Fireproof

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In the wake of his daring rescue of a complete stranger, decorated firefighter Caleb Holt (Kirk Cameron) realizes the extent to which he has failed as a husband. In a desperate attempt to save his relationship with his wife, Catherine (Erin Bethea), Holt turns to The Love Dare, a Christian self-help book. At the prompting of his devout father, John (Harris Malcom) -- and guided by the book itself -- Holt embarks on a 40-day mission to rescue his marriage from the looming specter of divorce.
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Josh Rosenblatt Austin Chronicle The writing and directing Kendrick brothers, Alex and Stephen, have raised blandness and narrative predictability to the level of high art. Rated: 1/5 Oct 18, 2008 Full Review Ed Gonzalez L.A. Weekly Fireproof stops becoming relatable to us all and only to the already, or easily, indoctrinated. Oct 3, 2008 Full Review Robert Abele Los Angeles Times Unfortunately, the emphasis on what God wants has a way of overwhelming who Caleb and Catherine are as characters. Rated: 2.5/5 Oct 2, 2008 Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Erin Bethea, on the other hand, doesn't have quite the range to pull off Catherine. Rated: 2.0/4.0 Sep 7, 2020 Full Review Jim Judy Screen It! Parental Content Review Jan 30, 2009 Full Review Josh Larsen LarsenOnFilm As a companion piece to a Bible study group this may have some merit, but it doesn't belong in a theater. Rated: 2/4 Nov 12, 2008 Full Review Read all reviews

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TheMovieSearch R Fireproof is a deeply emotional and spiritually grounded drama that takes its themes of faith, marriage, and perseverance seriously in a way that feels sincere rather than heavy-handed. It follows the life of a firefighter whose marriage is falling apart, and it uses that tension to explore how personal growth and faith can reshape someone from the inside out. Even with its strong religious core, the film remains accessible to viewers who may not typically gravitate toward faith-based stories. One of the biggest strengths here is how the film approaches its message without forcing it on the audience. Many religious dramas tend to overwhelm viewers with constant preaching or push a rigid perspective, but Fireproof allows its characters to discover truth instead of having it thrown at them. The film unfolds carefully, letting viewers see the struggles, questions, and breakthroughs in a way that feels natural and earned. It’s a teaching experience, but one that respects the viewer’s process. The direction plays a crucial role in making this story resonate. The filmmaker clearly understood the emotional weight and the personal stakes of the characters and guided the narrative with patience rather than urgency. The portrayal of firefighters adds a layer of authenticity and danger that reinforces the film’s themes of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice. The tone stays grounded even when the emotional beats rise to the surface. The screenplay is impressively constructed, emphasizing transformation rather than instant solutions. It highlights the strength and fragility of relationships, the internal battles people face, and how faith—or the search for it—can influence someone’s perspective. The writing captures the rawness of marital tension while still offering hope, making the film feel both challenging and uplifting. Another element that shines is how the film balances its religious messaging with universal storytelling. Even viewers who aren’t religious can find value in its focus on accountability, empathy, and commitment. The film respects its themes while also respecting its audience, which allows its emotional moments to land in a much more meaningful way. Fireproof ultimately succeeds because it feels personal. It’s not trying to impress with spectacle or force an agenda; it’s trying to reach people through honest storytelling. Its emotional beats connect, its message feels genuine, and its overall impact lingers long after the credits roll. It’s absolutely a film worth watching. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/02/25 Full Review Monica P. The absolute best movie about marriage, life and love! Definitely see!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/04/25 Full Review Audience Member Great movie never leave your partner in a fire , relationships today are falling apart because God and Christ is not the center of their relationship Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/24/25 Full Review J C Some highlights of this over-acted, unbelievable pile of garbage: (1) The weirdest and longest fourth-wall break ever, with the most unbelievably unfiltered, exaggerated, unfunny "Hello sexy" monologue into a mirror in film history. If you can watch the whole thing without cringing out of existence, good for you. (2) "Help, our 12-year-old daughter is still in this slowly-burning house in broad daylight and somehow couldn't get out in time! I'll save her! Oh no, there's a collapse in front of the exit and bars over the window, let me axe through the floor and crawl underneath the entire house instead of axing the bars off the window frame..." (3) "Help, these street-racing high schoolers conveniently got into a car wreck WHILE ON TRAIN TRACKS, and now there's a train coming! Everybody, let's pick up this car and move it with TREMENDOUS EFFORT instead of rolling it on its wheels!" (4) A guy whose BIGGEST struggle is that he gorges himself on p*rnography, and yet the only thing we see of this "obsession" is ONE instance of him calmly sitting at his computer, glaring at a pop-up window of a girl saying "Wanna See? Click Here" (5) Refusal to get marriage counseling from professionals and instead having a father who doesn't even see the wife the ENTIRE MOVIE, counsel his son with a "daily challenge" book. The wife gets NO counseling whatsoever--no wait, there's one scene of her sitting with an older woman. (5) Attempts to make throwing garbage around in your driveway and being watched by a judgmental neighbor funny... (6) The solution to your addiction to p*rnography, everyone? DESTROY YOUR COMPUTER, a machine capable of doing incredible math and organizational calculations instantaneously, finding jobs, receiving communications from the outside world, teaching incredible skills, and... best of all, tipping you off that some movies are completely trash. Kirk Cameron doesn't want you to find this review--destroy your computer now! Half a star is too much. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 12/06/24 Full Review James S A strong message on how much work goes into a relationship. Never giving up no matter how hard is something we need to get back to. Great movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/08/24 Full Review Sue M Absolutely loved this movie. Feel good God based and beautifully done. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In the wake of his daring rescue of a complete stranger, decorated firefighter Caleb Holt (Kirk Cameron) realizes the extent to which he has failed as a husband. In a desperate attempt to save his relationship with his wife, Catherine (Erin Bethea), Holt turns to The Love Dare, a Christian self-help book. At the prompting of his devout father, John (Harris Malcom) -- and guided by the book itself -- Holt embarks on a 40-day mission to rescue his marriage from the looming specter of divorce.
Director
Alex Kendrick
Producer
Alex Kendrick, Stephen Kendrick, David Nixon
Screenwriter
Alex Kendrick, Stephen Kendrick
Distributor
Samuel Goldwyn Company
Production Co
FortyFour Studios, Provident Films, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Affirm Films, Sherwood Pictures, Carmel Entertainment
Rating
PG (Thematic Material|Some Peril)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 26, 2008, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$33.5M
Runtime
2h 2m
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