Fireproof

Lauren and I had not been out to the movies in a long time. In fact, we both had trouble trying to remember the last movie we saw in a theater. There is no real reason why other than we had better things to do.
This changed when we heard about a movie that, although it is not considered a major release, it is still a "must see" for all (which is why we've seen it twice). It is considered an independent release, but not an "indie" in the way hip culture sees them (i.e., it probably won't be screened in Cannes or Aspen).
The movie is titled "Fireproof" and it will make you think, laugh and cry (just ask Lauren about the crying part). It is written, filmed and produced by a church in Albany, Georgia and this is their third release since 2003. They are gaining more support from major producers now and the film quality is improving.
They still have small budgets (this was filmed and produced on only $500,000 -- small when compared to the multi-million dollar budgets in Hollywood). Their last release, "Facing the Giants" was a surprise hit and did very well with a DVD release. In fact, Kirk Cameron saw it and asked them if he could be involved in their next project, hence his starring role in "Fireproof".
I will give the quickest overview possible and I will include the You Tube link for the trailer. It's not in all theaters, but their website (http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/) can help you find one near you. If it does not come to one near you be sure to wait for the DVD release.
Caleb Holt (Cameron) is the chief of the Albany firehouse. Their code is "Never leave your partner, especially in a fire." Yet, Caleb does not see the smoke rising in his marriage that threatens to catch fire and consume it.
He and his wife are not talking and are quickly growing apart. He is ready to call it quits until his dad comes with a challenge, a book called "The Love Dare". It involves a 40-day process to restore true love to marriage and life. Caleb half-heartedly accepts and in the process finds a renewed passion and love for his wife, but is it too late?
Watch the trailer, see the movie and be inspired!
(P.S. Before watching the trailer clip, be sure to pause the our playlist music at the bottom of the page so they're not competing.)