Very well made film!

Rating: 7/10 (23 May 2014)

I was very interested to see this film, since I had no chance to see it many years ago when it came out.
First of all Tom Hanks really sticks out from the other actors. He really is brilliant actor and here in this role he really shines! Other actors are OK, but he so much overshadows them that it really is interesting as a phenomenon.
Plot has its ups and downs, I was not really thrilled with all that supernatural stuff, that healing and all. What I liked was the character build up and portrayal of the deep South mentality.
I found the film a little bit too long.
I can recommend this film but it is not a must see by all means. It is just a good film! If not for anything else it is worth watching for the acting of Tom Hanks.