Lars and the Real Girl

Like I said, I've been watching lots of movies lately. Many of them have been coming from CT's Most Redeeming list. I watched their #2 last night, Lars and the Real Girl. No words can express how delightful and moving this film is. Though I hesitate to say this, this is one of the best movies I have ever seen. Not unlike Juno, it just felt real and in fascinating ways exemplifies Christian community and sacrifice. There were a few scenes that were potently endearing. And all of this in a movie about a guy who falls for a life-size doll. Not kidding. Here's the trailer:



Christianity Today said: "Long before we saw this film, its official synopsis made us nervous: 'A lonely, delusional young man buys a life-size sex doll on the Internet and falls in love with her, telling people it's his girlfriend.' Based on that premise alone, we considered skipping it outright. But we're very glad we didn't, because this was one of the sweetest, most sensitive movies of the year, and, surprisingly, a powerful look at the body of Christ in action—and the relentless and patient nature of God's love. When Lars brings his new 'inflatable friend' home—and yes, their 'relationship' is pure and chaste—it's heartwarming to see how his family, friends, and fellow churchgoers (including even the most skeptical among them) love him unconditionally by playing along and embracing him in spite of his bizarre behavior. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll walk away with a smile and warm fuzzies."

As always, check out the Kids in Mind review before seeing this (though the movie is very tame for PG-13).