God's Country

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"Life meets at the crossroads"
  • NR
  • 2012
  • 1 hr 36 min
  • 4.7  (361)

God's Country is a heart-warming drama film that tells the story of a struggling family living in rural America. The film is set in the scenic countryside of Minnesota and centers around the Johnson family who find themselves at a crossroads in their lives. The protagonist of the film is desperate mother Megan Johnson (played by Jenn Gotzon) who is struggling to keep her family's farm afloat in the face of mounting debt and other challenges. Her husband Frank (played by Todd Duffey) has lost his job, and their teenage daughter is acting out in response to the family's struggles. Additionally, the bank is threatening to foreclose on their farm, and Megan is running out of options.

In search of help, Megan turns to her estranged father-in-law, Joe (played by Arlene Santana), who has always been a hard-nosed businessman, and whom she blames for many of the family's problems. Joe, however, offers Megan a deal that could save the farm if Megan can convince her family to agree to it. The deal requires that the family temporarily host a group of traveling musicians on the family farm, which has a beautiful and well-known amphitheater.

As the family navigates the challenges of hosting the musicians and learning to get along with one another, they discover new things about themselves and each other. The film explores themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the strength of family bonds.

The film is directed by Chris Armstrong and features a talented cast that delivers strong performances throughout. Jenn Gotzon is particularly impressive as Megan, delivering a nuanced and emotionally impactful portrayal of a woman struggling to keep her family together.

One of the film's highlights is its stunning visuals, with the beautiful Minnesota countryside providing a picturesque backdrop to the family drama. The filmmakers also make excellent use of the film's musical elements, incorporating a variety of songs and performances by the traveling musicians that add to the film's emotional depth.

Overall, God's Country is a moving, heartfelt drama that explores the challenges of rural life in America and the importance of family and community in times of hardship. It's a film that will leave viewers feeling uplifted and inspired by the power of love, forgiveness, and determination in the face of adversity.

God's Country is a 2012 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.7.

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  • Release Date
    2012
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 36 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    4.7  (361)
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