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- 2023
- PG-13
- Premiere Digital Services (PDS)
- 1 h 55 m
- 2023
- PG-13
- Premiere Digital Services (PDS)
- 1 h 55 m
Summary When The Benefactor "shifts" Kevin into another universe, he struggles to find his wife and journey back to her.
- 2023
- PG-13
- Premiere Digital Services (PDS)
- 1 h 55 m
- 2023
- PG-13
- Premiere Digital Services (PDS)
- 1 h 55 m
The Shift
Metascore
Available after 4 critic reviews
7.9
Where to Watch
Summary When The Benefactor "shifts" Kevin into another universe, he struggles to find his wife and journey back to her.
Where to Watch
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For every bright spot in The Shift, and every moment where it has value as a cultural curio or object of camp intrigue, you unfortunately have to sit through a fair amount of blathering on about Kevin’s mission.
Polaha, our lead, doesn’t embarass himself but doesn’t make Kevin a compelling enough figure to let him carry the movie.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 7 User Ratings
7.9
71% Positive
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29% Mixed
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0% Negative
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User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 7 User Ratings
7.9
71% Positive
5 Ratings
5 Ratings
29% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
0% Negative
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Hollywood lookout!! Christian filmmakers are not playing around any more! Last week I saw Napoleon. One of my favorite actors, one of my favorite directors and a gagillion dollars to make. I'm sorry. It ****. And that was the only Hollywood movie since Avatar I had any kind of high hopes for this year. No hero, no arc, no relationship to care about, no dialogue that felt real, nothing surprising. Beautifully shot but that was about it.
No contrast that with this movie. Compelling hero from the first scene. Riveting conversations from the first word. A plot I had no idea where it was going. Great sound, great music, great lighting, great acting. The beginning was so good I started worrying they'd blow the ending but an hour in I was so hooked I forgot to worry. But that's not the best part.
I've been through hard things in life. This movie touched on those things and brought genuine tears. I have a couple of teens who aren't so sure about this Jesus guy and have their radars for cheesy Christian media cranked to 11. THEY LOVED THIS MOVIE!! We talked the whole way home and then they wanted to hang out and hunt the web for behind the scenes interviews and such. These are kids who seem to like nothing but Marvel, Comic books and Gravity Falls. For them to be so engaged in a film I found so thrilling and moving and honest. That's the highest compliment I can give.
I was driving my daughter to highschool the other day and she asked me "What's your highest value?" I told her "Truth". Then I asked "what about you?" "Authenticity" She replied. That's what this movie brings. Truth and authenticity. Wrapped in one of the most unique Sci Fi stories I've ever seen. SEE THIS IN THEATERS!!!
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I've had the pleasure of seeing the film more than once and I must say it gets better every time. There are so many layers to it. The line of temptation that the Benefactor uses resonates so much with my own experience and Neal was incredible in the role. I'll be watching this more in the future for sure. Must see.
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The Shift is a Hallmark movie at best and will do nothing for those who are uninterested in faith-based cinema. As a work of science fiction, it does little to make the audience think.
"The Shift" is a cinematic triumph that deserves to be celebrated. With its powerful performances, compelling storytelling, and profound themes, it stands as a testament to the enduring power of cinema to touch the human soul. Whether you're a fan of drama, mystery, or simply great storytelling, "The Shift" is a must-see film that will leave you both moved and inspired.
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Neal McDonough is good in his portrayal of the Benefactor. The sci-fi is pretty decent—think in terms of “Butterfly Effect” meets “Matrix,” meets the “Hunger Games” I have to completely disagree with the review that said “it doesn’t make you think”—makes me wonder if some of these critics really watch the entire movie they review? It’s not a perfect movie by any stretch, but had its moments and kept me dialed in throughout the 115 minutes or so of length.
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Difficult at times to follow. Portrays a deep moral struggle in one man's life. Squaring off with the Devil and testing free will.
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Production Company
Nook Lane Entertainment,
Pinnacle Peak Pictures,
Salt Shaker Media
Release Date Dec 1, 2023
Duration 1 h 55 m
Rating PG-13
Genres
