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A charming Canadian import by director Michael McGowan (MY DOG VINCENT), the 1950s period comedy SAINT RALPH follows earnest Catholic schoolboy Ralph (Adam Butcher) as he struggles with his teenage hormones, challenges priestly authority, and tries to achieve a miracle by winning the Boston Marathon. Facing orphanhood after his father is killed in WWII and his mother falls into a coma caused by terminal cancer, Ralph, with the help of his friend Chester, carries on life as usual by pretending that he lives with his grandparents. He regularly visits his mother in the hospital and creates a special friendship with one of her nurses (Jennifer Tilly). He tries to date an evasive classmate intent on becoming a nun, and generally causes havoc with his school priests (Campbell Scott, Gordon Pinsent). However, when Ralph comes to believe that winning the Boston Marathon would constitute a miracle that might save his mother's life, nothing can stop him.Reminiscent of inspiring stories like BILLY ELLIOTT and WHALE RIDER, SAINT RALPH pokes gentle fun at strict Catholic school rules and provides a young hero for all generations. Underscoring the script's emotion is the score by Andrew Lockington, which features a moving version of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah." Embracing faith, religion, and humanity, SAINT RALPH is a classic family film.

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UPC0043396131163
eBay Product ID (ePID)48614315

Product Key Features

ActorAdam Butcher, Campbell Scott
RatingPG-13
Movie/TV TitleSaint Ralph
DirectorMichael Mcgowan
FormatDVD
Release Year2005
GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Leading RoleAdam Butcher, Campbell Scott
Film CountryUSA
Release Date20051213

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4.9
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  • On A Whim

    I had never heard of this movie, but what a pleasant surprise. Great acting on all the characters but especially "Saint Ralph." This would make a great family movie...no nudity, no cussing.

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  • A Realy Good Story

    I saw it first on tv and I always wanted to see what happened next. It's a good representation of the strength hope can offer.

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  • He rally is a saint

    Ralph is both a wonderful child and a scamp. He creates a goal for himself that he believes will save his mother's life. You must watch this thoroughly entertaining movie to learn both the goal and the outcome.

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  • Worth seeing. A Canadian made movie with a wonderful twist

    It’sa good family tale, but will respond with people of all ages

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  • Saint Ralph rocks

    It is one of my brothers favorite movie

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  • good deal

    great product ... good story

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  • Very good.

    I loved the story.

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  • Sir Ralph

    A heartfelt of the triumph of spirit over impossible odds. Inspiring.

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  • Excellent, funny, entertaining yet emotional drama that is well worth the price.

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