This goes against the Hollywood machine of late and was in fact self funded by Mark Whalberg. When basing a movie on a persons life story you can only show so much so don’t read about Father Stu prior. I highly recommend this Film, the message about how we have the ability to create our own path no matter what stage of life we are in as well as the power of forgiveness will move you. The father and son relationship was powerful as well. Perfection is what the critics look for but if you want to see a hood movie that makes you feel and even reflect this is for you. Hollywood does push out as many of these messages these days and this film serves as a good reminder of the power we have within us.