Saved! (DVD, 2009)

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Having gone to a Christian school early in my life, I relate to many of the things that happen in Saved! Most notably, the plastic smiles and using Jesus as a crutch for everything. Kids are like that, especially when it comes to matters of faith. When you're at an age where you're not quite sure why you believe the things you do, you'll often be misguided in your attempts to justify the greater good.

Saved! isn't too much different from your standard teen comedy/drama. The themes of "coming of age" and "finding yourself" are evident, only the satiration of "suburban religion" are mixed in to flesh out the backdrop. And it works, for the most part.

When devout Christian Mary (Jena Malone) finds out her boyfriend is gay, she tries to straighten him out by sleeping with him in the guise that Jesus was telling her to do it. This doesn't work out as planned, as Mary ends up pregnant and her boyfriend is sent off to the anti-sin brainwashing school.

However, being pregnant at a Christian High School isn't a good thing, so Mary tries to keep it all quiet. There's also a new boy in town (Patrick Fugit from Almost Famous), the son of the pastor and principal of the school, that has taken an interest in her and that doesn't sit well with her popular best friend, Hilary Faye (Mandy Moore).

It isn't long before Mary goes on a spiritual journey of her own, questioning the hypocritical morals preached at her in every direction as she learns what real Christianity is all about. There are also a bunch of little subplots that pop up everywhere that, unfortunately, becomes a tad more entertaining than the real plot.

Saved! has heart, but I think it lacks in the substance department. It could have been much more than it ends up being. Tackling issues of faith and morality on a teenage level is difficult and weighty, but too much of the film is light. I'm not saying that it should have been a full out drama - but I do think it could have benefited from a deeper look into the real spirit of the principles these kids so badly misinterpret.

But all in all, the film is good, balancing the familiar genre with the unique setting. It never becomes a mean-spirited Christian bash, which would have been the cheap, easy way to go. All of the characters are portrayed with care and love. Plus, Macaulay Culkin is in it...and good!

The DVD includes some standard stuff, including commentary from the director and writers, a separate commentary track with members of the cast, deleted scenes, outtakes, a featurette, and some easter eggs for the adventurous. Nothing spectacular - but good enough.

I think this movie is hillarious for one, and for another, it really shows how people can sometimes get carried away with their religion (or themselves) and shut people out in their closed-minded little world. Mandy Moore does an excellent job of playing the "villan," Hillary Fae, and is complemented by the performances of Jena Malone, Macaulay Culkin and Eva Amurri.

This is a hilarious movie. Some of my Christian friends were offended, but I as a Christian thought that it was really funny. It's just a light hearted movie about accepting people for who they are and Mandy Moore is great in it! Definitely recommend it!

This movie is a poorly done satire on Christian life in a Christian school. I've taught in Christian schools and the movie is simply RIDICULOUS! Offensive to Christians as well...not funny...save your money and buy something else!

Hysterical movie. Campy, fun and Mandy Moore was wonderful in it!! You won't go wrong by seeing this one if you like to laugh out loud and are not easily offended!

Saw this film with two friends. I openly admit I was prejudiced from the beginning. Brian Denely (can't spell) the director went to high school with my two closest friends. Part of the bantering and wierdness was right out of the high school cronicle. Yes Dawn and Ramona were pretty and with me the short not over average kid high school was a defense plan not education. The movie touch some nerves personally but over all it would reach anyone that knows about the confusion of puberty. Fun film and should be seen by anyone who can open their mind and possibly heart. Also beware I laughed so hard at part of it it cost me part of a bucket of great popcorn and half my diet coke.

THE one I bought on ebay was in French with english sub tital no were on the box did it say this and it was new--

This was such a great movie. It shows something that I see far too often, when someone is so "religious", they fail to see the true meaning of faith and love in Christ. I know a few girls I would love to show this movie to. It had a such a cute story line and I really loved it. God Bless to all those who watch it!

This is a very funny movie about Evangelical Christians and where they sometimes go astray. It contains a few swear words, but overall, is clean and funny w/o any serious Christian bashing.

The script, direction, and acting all deliver in this respectful sendup of life in a Christian high school. 'Saved!' also addresses deeper questions of coming of age, finding your place in the world, and your relationship with God. The talented cast all turn in remarkable performances. Written by Michael Urban and Brian Dannelly, the characters ring true, despite what could easily have been a ridiculous story line. This a testament to the loving direction of Dannelly and the fine acting. This could have been just a farcical treatment, but the movie shows both depth and passion, leaving no character unscathed. It reaches beyond the fast times to the deeper meaning. Both laughter and thought provoking.

Saved???.....Save your money and skip this one, don't waste your money or time! This film is supposedly about Christian teens, and is supposed to be some type of comedy as well, and lacks desperately in both regards. Portrays a young teen sleeping with a gay boy to set him straight, and she instead winds up an unwed mother???? Come on, this is not a joking matter to me! Give this one 2 stars **

It was good I liked most of the movie some of it was kind of dumb but I had already seen it before I bought it so if I hated it I would not of bought it so I like it

I bought this movie for my christian friend. I think the movie is okay. It has some funny parts. I bought it because she asked me earlier if I owned the movie so I believe she wanted to see the movie.

What a great flick this one is! The story is so much better than your typical teen/comedies these days, and it's refreshing! I felt sorry for Mary (Jena Malone) most of the time, she wanted everything to be just right when everything pretty much failed. Mandy Moore was excellent also, she seems to always steal the screen in these types of movies. And I couldn't help but LOVE 'bad girl' Cassandra (Eva Amurri) in this, she was fantastic. Her character was hilarious and most entertaining. The fact that a Jewish girl has joined a Christian school is funny itself! She is a wonderful actress. Oh, and it was nice to see the Culkin boy back in business! Definitely give this one try, it's worth many watches.

In my opinion, one of the best movies ever! It shows you how religious fanaticism can pretty much ruin your life.

A fantastic look into the mainstream array of Christian churches and the ambiguous lives they profess and teach. The tie-in between the well balanced young cast is is evidently successful mid way through. Some jokes are well orchestrated and the drama proportions, albeit nothing new, are eased into the story nicely. The ending is a bit off, but overall this is a great film to watch and learn about a handful of different Christian folks.

i really enjoyed this movie that is why I brought it finally.
A really good family movie to watch, under 18 parents guidance.
I like mandy Moore and she was a good actress in this movie!

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i saw the movie before and i wanted to have it for myself. its so funny and i can relate myself with alot of it. the dvd itself was very well kept, it was brand new if you ask me. i don't regret buying it.

I saw this movie in the theater. While I do consider myself to be a Christian, I don't go out of my way to watch "Christian movies" or check out "Christian music." But this movie is picture-perfect. Jena Malone is wonderful as the high school senior who starts to question life and God when something terrible happens to her. Mandy Moore, who is always so sweet in real-life interviews, is incredible as the evil popular girl. And McCauley Culken is great as Moore's wheelchair-bound brother.

This movie does talk a lot about Christianity. But it also questions it, too. I think it's absolutely fantastic.

This is definitely some of Jena Malone's best work. Its a great cast and and overall fantastic movie!

Loved it, wanted it, bought it. Excellent service! shipped fast, cheap. Watched it over and over and found parts i overlooked many times which made it that much better.

The movie took about a week or so to arrive, and was in pretty good condition, if that very good. There were no scratches or skips in the movie, or damage to the packaging. All in all, a good buy!