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"Polar Express" is truly captivating from beginning
to end. It will be a great tool for opening up discussions with kids and
adults about their concepts of "belief" and "faith". It's a Christmas
classic that has been moved to the screen in classic style! It will appeal
to those who believe as well as to those who struggle with belief."
- Dave Brinsfield, Young Life
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"The Polar Express invites everyone to a faith discussion. This delightful
story engages, not just the heart, but the mind, and stirs dialogue around
a fundamental question: 'Can I afford to believe in what I have never
seen?'"
- Max Lucado, best-selling author and pastor
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"Much of the media today is so negative but sometimes an opportunity comes
along to engage kids and families in their world with Christ-honoring
values. The Polar Express presents a believe again connection opportunity
for churches to reach children and their parents with a faith message.
This is definitely a movie you can invite friends to come and see, and
then dialog on our faith in a most natural way."
- Jim Burns, president and founder of HomeWord and Youth Builders
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"The Polar Express is incredibly uplifting and postive. It deals with
key issues which all of us face, like having faith in the unseen world,
and struggling with doubts which is one of the key challenges of our
time. The graphics were astounding; the storyline was great, and the movie
was engaging and entertaining, while offering great values and lessons.
There are different levels in which you can access the film. Relating
to Scriptural principals, it reminds me that even when sinners, God comes
out to meet us; God takes the initiative toward us first. In Polar Express,
the train comes to boy, and once he's onboard, he's served extravagantly with
hot chocolate, and songs, and more. This is a example of God's initiative
of love towards us he is generous, he makes sure we're comfortable,
he comes to serve us. We often donšt support someone who's going through
a period of doubt we just say, get a life, grow up. But God is patient
and kind. He meets us where we are."
- Fred Markert, Youth With A Mission
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"This film held my attention from start to finish! It's a unique combination
of fantasy, suspense, and adventure that will appeal to all ages. Get
your tickets for an unforgettable ride on The Polar Express!"
- Danae Dobson, Focus on the Family
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"This is a wonderful film! It offers a fantasy land for children that
will hold them spell-bound. Admittedly, the prominent role of Santa Claus
will bother some Christian parents, but that component can be evaluated
beforehand. Speaking for myself, I found the film captivating." - Shirley
Dobson, National Day of Prayer
- Shirley Dobson, National Day of Prayer
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"As I have opportunity to pitch family-friendly
films this Christmas season, this will get high marks. For instance, I
can assure you that as I do the syndicated radio feature, "Plugged In
Movie Review," I will make sure our listeners know I was impressed. As
a completely secular Christmas movie, it's a winner."
- Bob Waliszewski, Focus on the Family
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"'I took my two grandchildren, aged 5 and 8 and
they were both entranced by the movie. I found the presentation of normal
kids being sensitive to and responding to the plight of other kids a wonderful
affirmation of all that I teach in 5th and 6th grade Religion. Artistically,
the graphics were exquisite they retained the feel of the illustrations
in the book and gave life to the spirit of the book."
- Margaret LeBlanc, St Rita School, Dallas TX
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"Beautiful! A wonderful story! My 11-year-old thought it was great. Thank
you so much"
- Lori Finnegan, Director of Arts, Resources, & Training Willow Creek
Community Church
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"A great movie. Believe in Him and he will "ring" out. Believing is not
always seeing first. Things will come at you, no doubt; being a Christian
is not going to be easy. Choosing faith (getting on the train) is the
first step - living through Christ is more challenging than just "going
back to bed", but the reward from getting on the train is so great!"
- Bizzy Mellado Daughter of Jim Mellado, President of Willow Creek Association
(10,000 churches worldwide)
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"Great movie. I will bring my family to the movie."
- Pastor Robert Chadwick, Bethany EFC, Littleton CO
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"Sweet film - very stunning visually -loved the hearts of the children
- action packed - kids will love it - very creative."
- Pastor Richard Pickens Word & Worship Fellowship, Va Beach VA
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"I thought the movie was great. I can't wait to take my kids! I appreciated
the spiritual connections of belief, friendship, sacrifice, sharing, etc."
- Dan Morris, Sr. Minister South Church, Corpus Christi TX
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"Outstanding production, very well made. Great analogies to real faith
in life and our journey of what we believe and how we get there."
- Cary Mache, Staff Leader Willow Creek
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"This movie is destined to be a Christmas classic. The movie reminds us
of the magic of Christmas, that Christmas dreams come true."
- Pastor Aaron Anderson, Delaware Reformed Church, Lennox SD
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"Colorful. Excellent graphics. Uplifting. Excellent music. I think kids
will love it, and parents as well. Excellent for teaching kids."
- Bob Allen, Community Pastor, Willow Creek
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"We are one of the biggest churches in Detroit. I would love to partner
with you on this film."
- Frank Talarico, Bethesda Christian Church
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"Touching metaphor for faith and belief. The first gift of Christmas is
given by Santa and represents faith."
- Brian Schwammlein, Dir. of Student Ministries, New Life Bible Church,
Norman OK
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"Excellent presentation. Excellent graphics. The movie shared the heart
and importance of family and the values we cherish at Christmas. I would
recommend this to all."
- Pastor Randy Thornton, Grace Church Southern Pines NC
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"Wow! Loved the graphics. Great family movie!"
- Pastor Chris Edmonson, Cornerstone Church, Chariton IA
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"Well done! I would like to assist you any way I can in this program."
- Pastor Ray Guy, West Amarillo Christian Church, Amarillo TX
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"Great movie. Will be a Christmas classic."
- Pastor Brian LaMew, Rosebush United Methodist Church, Rosebush MI
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"Polar Express took me on a journey back in time when I could "just believe".
May thi movie lead people back to the magic of childhood faith. Then Christmas
would last for more than just one day."
- Mark Holeman, Associate Pastor, Higley AZ
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"Excellent! Can't wait to take my kids!"
- Pastor Gary Beattie, Elim Church, Bangor North Ireland
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"Poetic as it is brilliant. A story of stories that begs to be told over
and over again."
- Justin Heap, Youth Pastor New Hope Baptist Church, Hermitage TN
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"Great family film. Can't wait to bring my children."
- Todd Kelvington, Elder, Harvest Pointe Church, Charles Town WV
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"This is the newest Christmas classic. I predict an Oscar!"
- Melissa McKay, Teacher, Harvest AL
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"The film was masterfully done. Very believable and almost real at times.
Tom Hanks (as always) did a great job capturing the attention of both
young and old. He took me back to my childhood. My kids loved it and asked
me if it was a "buyer" when it comes out. Absolutely!"
- Rich Hooper, program director, KCBI 90.9 Dallas/Ft. Worth
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"This is one of the finest modern Christmas movies I have seen. The production
values are tremendous, Tom Hanks is his usual brilliant self and the film
is a "family value" worth celebrating."
- Cal Thomas, syndicated columnist and host of "After Hours" on Fox News
Channel
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"The Polar Express...is an early Christmas Present, and the BEST present
you will get this Christmas!"
- Don & Cheryl Barber hosts of goodnews
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"The Polar Express is a movie you can "depend on", "rely on", "count
on", to touch your heart and lift your spirits! ...Whether you are eight
or eighty this movie will make you BELIEVE in the magic of Christmas this
holiday season!"
- Don & Cheryl Barber hosts of goodnews
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".... the only thing better than tickets to see The Polar Express would
be tickets to ride The Polar Express!"
- Don & Cheryl Barber hosts of goodnews
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"A new holiday classic that will be part of your family's traditions for
years to come!"
- Don & Cheryl Barber hosts of goodnews
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"The BEST Christmas movie I have ever seen, I recommend it for every family,
kids and adults to enjoy this wonderful, inspiring, so well produced movie
that takes you into a wonderful dream.
I was particular impressed with the special effects
and the music and all the adventure, the thrill that put me at times at
the edge of my seat. It was so amazing because during the entire movie
I felt as part of the train and extraordinary journey to the North Pole.
At the end it was hard to even leave the theater, I felt as part of life
had stayed in that place, as I have just experienced the most wonderful
dream.
I can only imagine what the kids would feel experiencing
how real Christmas. Tom Hanks as always did an outstanding job, I don't
think anybody else could have done the role better than him.
Thanks so much for the opportunity."
- Eliana R. Collins, Spanish managing editor, In
Touch Ministries
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"'The Polar Express is the BEST Christmas movie
I have ever seen. I recommend it for both kids and adults. It is wonderfully
inspiring.
I was particularly impressed by the special effects and the music- at
times I was at the edge of my seat. During the entire movie, I felt as
if I was actually on the train taking an extraordinary journey to the
North Pole. It was hard to leave the theater when the film ended- I felt
as if part of my life had stayed in that place and I had just experienced
the most wonderful dream.
I can only imagine what children will feel when they experience The Polar
Express. Tom Hanks, as always, did an outstanding job. I don't think anybody
else could have played the role better than him."
- Tonya Stoneman, associate editor, In Touch Magazine
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"My family and I attended the Atlanta prescreening of The Polar Express
and were captivated, entertained and awed by the whole experience. It's
a film that the adults loved every bit, if not more, than the children
(ages 7 and 11) because the story line and characters have such depth
and meaning. What amazing animation, music and then there's the acting.
It could be Tom Hanks' best work ever. And the hero and heroine in this
film set such positive, real life examples for children today. The Polar
Express is truly a bit of Christmas magic that everyone should see. We
will definitely be seeing the film again before Christmas and already
have plans to purchase it when it comes out on DVD."
- Rena T. Olsen, publisher, Atlanta Christian Times Today
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