Review of Higher Ground (2011) by Marilee A — 07 Sep 2011

Love Vera Farmiga in just about everything. Good film!

This review of Higher Ground (2011) was written by Marilee A on 07 Sep 2011.

Higher Ground has generally received positive reviews.

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By Drew M (571) on 20 Feb 2012

Such a great debut for Vera. Her final speech at the end really touched me. Films this honest about ones faith really mess my stuff up…

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By Eric B (2,026) on 11 Dec 2012

A deconversion story that isn't always perfect or subtle, but it's genuineness and honesty make up for its shortcomings…

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By Bruce G (82) on 16 Aug 2012

Poorly paced, pointless and boring, Higher Ground has its moments for sure, but they are so few and far between that you don't really care…

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By Lezlee H (26) on 24 Mar 2012

One of the best movies on faith I've ever seen. Excellent acting, subtle and lovely…

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By Mark J (665) on 19 Nov 2016

Higher Ground is a movie that was on my Want to See list from 2011 and finally 5 years later I get around to viewing this dramatic flick…

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By Yara C (2) on 12 Jul 2012

Brilliant! Tests your faith in God, Life and Love with the person you are with. The final result is up to you…

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By Mark James A (388) on 20 Nov 2013

enthralling and powerfully believable. It is a courageous but sympathetic film that meddles between humanity's certain beliefs and practices…

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By Erwan B (3) on 27 Jun 2012

Vera Farmiga is an actress, one of those that never became really famous, but that are fundamental in a cast…

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By Christine Z (10) on 30 Mar 2012

Vera Farmiga give a stunning performance providing a complex look at spirituality, sexuality, and gender roles…

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