Letters to God [videorecording] / Vivendi Entertainment presents a Possibility Pictures release in association with DNP Studios and Vertical Innovations, a David Nixon film ; written by Patrick Doughtie, Art D'Alessandro, Sandra Thrift, Cullen Douglas ; produced by Cameron Kim Dawson, David Nixon ; directed by David Nixon.
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FilmPublisher number: PP2766 | Vivendi EntertainmentLanguage: English Subtitle language: English Publication details: Universal City, Calif. : Vivendi Entertainment, c2010.Description: 1 videodisc (114 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 inSubject(s): Genre/Form: Cast: Ralph Waite, Robyn Lively, Tanner Maguire, Jeffrey S.S. Johnson, Maree Cheatham, Michael Christopher Bolten, Bailee Madison.Summary: Eight-year-old Tyler is armed with strong faith and courage as he faces a battle against cancer. His prayers take the form of letters he sends to his ultimate pen pal, God, on a daily basis. These letters find their way into the hands of Tyler's postman, Brady, who is at a crossroads in his life, and is searching for meaning. Brady is at first is confused over what to do, but his decision ultimately is a testament to the power of Tyler's shining spirit, bravery, and grace.
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Dr. James Carlson Library | DVD | FAMILY Letters | Available | 33111005779216 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
This family drama follows the true story of a young boy whose life is put on the line when he is diagnosed with cancer. Through his letters to God about the confusion and faith that come with his situation, he soon becomes a surprising source of hope and inspiration for those in his neighborhood -- including a substitute mailman, whose life becomes surprisingly mixed up in the ordeal. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi
Special features: Commentary with director David Nixon and writer/co-director Patrick Doughtie ; Behind the scenes featurette ; Theatrical trailer.
Ralph Waite, Robyn Lively, Tanner Maguire, Jeffrey S.S. Johnson, Maree Cheatham, Michael Christopher Bolten, Bailee Madison.
Eight-year-old Tyler is armed with strong faith and courage as he faces a battle against cancer. His prayers take the form of letters he sends to his ultimate pen pal, God, on a daily basis. These letters find their way into the hands of Tyler's postman, Brady, who is at a crossroads in his life, and is searching for meaning. Brady is at first is confused over what to do, but his decision ultimately is a testament to the power of Tyler's shining spirit, bravery, and grace.
MPAA rating: PG; for thematic material.
DVD, region 1, widescreen presentation; Dolby Digital 5.1.
English dialogue with optional English subtitles; closed-captioned.