I Am... Gabriel

Plot synopsis:
An unforgiving sun, a parched earth, and a failed economy have left a small Texas town desolate. For ten years Promise, Texas has known nothing but one curse after another. It's barren, broken, and dying, leaving a town full of despair. When a couple finds a boy walking along a dusty road, alone in the middle of nowhere, with nothing but a mat tucked under his arm, they pick him up in hopes of helping him. What they don't realize is that he has come to help them and the residents of Promise. No one knows who he is or where he came from. Some think he's an answer to prayer. Others think he's a runaway or a false prophet. And the only thing this boy will say about himself is that he's here to help. The town's sheriff, Brody, is determined to uncover the truth. But Brody has his own problems trying to hold a dying town together. Miracle after miracle takes place and the residents of Promise embrace the boy. But when the beloved town doctor dies, it is time for the truth to be revealed. The boy pleads with Brody in front of the whole town to believe that he's come to help, not to hurt anyone. Finally, with his back against the wall the boy reveals his true identity.

Tags: christian film

Review:
I Am Gabriel is inspirational film and all-around very uplifting.
After seeing this film it touched my soul as it did for many children and families.
Wonderful directing by Mike Norris as well he did a great job on this.Fantastic acting by the amazing Gavin Casalegno.
Great job Gavin.The story-line itself was very well created and it enlightened and shared a great message.
This movie is a #1 recommendation on my end and you will be inspired by it and the message that Gavin's character shares will not only touch your soul, but will change your life but overall the movie will change your life and you will watch this again.
This was a great film and you will love it.Give it watch and you'll be moved..
I read some reviews before i watched the movie, it did affect my initial idea.
I agree that you must'not compare the movie to 'The Passion' or another similar movie, it is predictable and the acting could be better.
I am not into any religion, but respect and admire some people who know how to experience it without trying to push their believes to others.I loved that more then one religion is being interpreted and displayed.
And perhaps things are all too obvious and most certainly predictable, but i think it's all about hope in any way, or better the loss of it and how to regain it.Despite the bad acting there were several moments, that the shivers went down my spine.
First of all, the title alone gives the whole movie away if you've ever learned anything about Christianity.
This movie is well-intentioned, sweet, and yet watching it feels like you've already seen it.
For some reason though, I watched it until the end, even though I rolled my eyes upon seeing exactly what I expected to be the climax of the film.For those out there who'll lament that its a Christian film and speaks of God...well just don't watch it and don't b*$#@h about it!
I'm always amazed how people can be OK accepting concepts in Star Wars like "The Force", and "Use The Force," yet be totally not OK with the parallel concept of God and Prayer.
If you do like heartwarming Christian themes, this movie has them--it just has a far too predictable storyline to make it a really good movie.
Watch it with the kiddies, the ultimate message is good whether you believe in the delivery or not..
Of course its a B movie most people don't react well to Blockbuster movies about Christianity.
This like Joshua 2002, Left Behind, people scoffed and then they stopped making the LB movies, when HOPE and FAITH are what we need most in these trying times.
I truly appreciate movies that inspire us to be better than we are to trust and hold to what true.
Sometimes the tech no blockbuster stuff takes away from the message so we need something simple and straightforward like I am Gabriel so that we can see more clearly---BELIEVER IN Christ.
I have been a believer for quite some time and this movie has touched my heart and regenerated that love I have for my Savior, Jesus Christ.
The film certainly projects the message of this very thing.
And the actor who portrays The Messenger, Gabriel, deserves more roles like this..
Sorry for the frequent use of the same word, but I am sure IMDb has a swearing/expletive policy, and I do not wish to fall foul of it.Second, from the story line I was expecting a proper film and not a thinly-veiled Christian evangelical propaganda film.
It is so bad, I would advise watching it with a few beers on board.Calling this a 'family film' and making children watch it would expose one to charges of child cruelty.You only get one life, do not waste a second of it on this.
I like a good Christian movie.
I thoroughly enjoyed many that were panned as marginal like "The Encounter." When I checked the reviews on this one and saw they were so bad I was still quite hopeful that it was just the usual anti-Christian bias and that the movie would be enjoyable even though the rating on IMDb was under four.Boy was I wrong.
The movie was just as bad as the other reviewers said.
The acting and story were painfully bad.
Likewise, the husband (Carey Scott) was particular over his head.The script also was too predictable and painful.I hate doing anything that discourages Christian independent film makers.
But a good Christian movie needs to also be a good movie..
Subjectively I enjoyed pretty much everything about this movie and was very surprised to see how low the rating was.
Objectively, sure there are some moments where the acting might have been a little off, or where the shot could have been done better, but this isn't a multi-million dollar film we're talking about either.
I am Gabriel is a nice, heartwarming, family movie that leaves you feeling good.
Once that is achieved, a movie can be said to make sense.
On this ground I highly recommend this movie, 'I am Gabriel'.
A community was facing lots of challenges, got so used to her condition, some fled in search of greener pastures, others waited, but none did the right thing until God Himself comes to their aid.
All we need is faith and hope in God. It is a biblical fact that the right thing we are able to do, the grace to do those things come from God Himself.
It is one theme that Christian movie makers seldom think of.
I praise God for the lives of the writers and the producers of this movie.
a movie about faith, miracles, hope and new beginning.
I'm trying to find a movie on youtube,which I wanted to set up (Gabriel from 2007).
Because of the similar title, the second one appears to me, I see a blue-eyed boy who says, "I'm Gabriel" and I'm starting to watch a movie.
I saw a very bad movie, the scenario is so naive and predictable, but what's happening?
During the entire film I cried because he succeeded in his little and ordinary intent that he had ,to cause feelings, and wake up something in me.
Whether it was because of the rain that was falling, because of some sensitivity brought to me by this day or is this simple message given by the film, was a trigger that found the right way to my heart.
The film is completely pathetic, just like this note, but whether the quality of this film is that it managed to send this little message, that we always need someone when it is difficult time for us to comfort us and that he is always there ?
With his child's naivety, with his defense of what we don't see, and which we either perceive or reject in the moments of despair, a good motive from the New Testament is inserted into the film, which is reduced to one, either believing or not believing.24 Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came.
28 Thomas said to him, "My Lord and my God!"
"The Gospel of John (John 24-29).And that's it.If you need a good motivation, honest and pure emotion-then this is a movie for you, if not, don't believe in my review today..
A good and inspiring movie.
I really liked this movie.
I liked the fact that there was no profanity, nudity, or other things that so many movie producers feel they need to make a movie sell.
I thought the movie was believable and for that reason I gave it an 8 star rating..
I like Christian movies as much as anyone, and I wish more of them could be made.
The acting was so horrible and the movie overall was so predictable.
I wish and pray for revival in our world (North America especially) but this movie was just so disappointing.
Most of the time I ignore ratings and reviews (especially for Christian movies because of the bias against genuine Christian entertainment) until I have a chance to judge something for myself.
But in this case, I wish I had paid attention to the reviews instead of waste an hour and a half of my time..
I am ...Gabriel has all the virtues and all the errors of an Evangelical Christian film.
first, it is a film about Christian values.
the acting is far to be great but this could not be a real surprise.
because the good point in this case remains the presence of John Schneider and Dean Cain in symbolical roles.
the atmosphere, the symbols, the change of things, the new birth of community are the pillars of a film who reminds teachings and duties.
only a Christian film.
only a Christian film.
23 October 2016In additional to my original comments that I wrote earlier about this film; "I am Gabriel", it is worth watching.
Some of the best Christian movies are made by a film production company named "Pure Flix".
Check out a great action drama titled "Courageous" that was out in theaters about three years ago.However the only thing more I would have like to have seen is a more MultiRacial cast with one or two African Americans, Hispanic Americans and perhaps an Asian American too.
After all, there are people in All races that are Christians and believe in God and Jesus Christ / Yeshua too and all races and nationalities should be depicted in every film in this decade..
I enjoyed it even though it is Not on the level of such films as "God is Not Dead" or "Heaven is Real" but over all, I liked the story line.
The young actor, Gavin who played angel Gabriel did the best he could and he should be applauded for the work he did.I would much rather see this type of film than a movie with a lot unnecessary profanity/cursing and abuse on women in every scene.For those who did Not like the movie and have nothing but negative things to say, I offer the negative critic two comments.1.
Wonderful Movie.
I just saw this movie yesterday for the first time, I think the cast was classically done..
The Angel Gabriel is just adorable, very calm and well out spoken but I think some things should have been further explained, like the part the girl died in the church and was reawakened.
I would like to see this film in Italian, because it glorifies God, not man.
This film highlights the abysmal difference that exists between the messenger and the one who sends it; also it teaches us to pray and to get changed into joy the most desperate situations.
This film teaches us to love.
Johon: 16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life.
A good feel-good film, if you're not particular..
Seriously, this is neither more nor less than a vaguely religious feel- good film.
I watched it online and I would say if you're into that sort of thing, it's worth an hour and a half of your time, but it's not worth money.
The other characters are reasonably well-developed considering the number of different stories the movie tries to tell.
Note, it's not "Christian." It's "religious." General talk about God and Jesus, but nothing profound..
Great family film.
I assure you they never even watched the film.
They try to make themselves feel like somebody by running around trashing Christian films.
Better yet, just go see the movie.
Has the same "feeling" as the good old days of The Waltons, Touched by an Angel and other solid family fare.It's like spending some time with good friends.The ending may or may not surprise you.
I won't give it away.Good story, good acting, and a good feeling after you watch it.
Great Movie.
It was well done and except for a couple of minor insignificant issues - like the glowing around "Gabriel" on the porch and the feathers around "Doc" not being believable, it was well done.
I think all of the actors did a great job overall, even the younger people.
I would love to see more movies just like this.
I love the action/drama movies and would go to the theater much more often if there were less skin, sex, and language in them.
I always screen all of my movies on IMDb before I go.
Wonderful uplifting movie.
I absolutely loved this movie!
I love how everything in the movie points to God as the ultimate Source of everything.
I love the way the movie stresses prayer especially impressing upon the viewer that when we pray, sincerely, God is pleased.
This is a movie about faith and hope, and yes, this is a Christian movie.
If you want to watch a movie that will touch your soul, this will do it..
i loved it.A good family movie.Dear friend if you are on the verge of loosing hope or if you no longer believe in the presence of God please i sincerely request you to watch 'i am Gabriel'.The reason i recommend this movie to you is because it was Hope that kept me alive on a starless night.Hope is one important element of life,without hope life ceases.It is in pain we realize the importance of God and his Grace and the movie does justice in establishing that view.
Although the movie plot is predictable, give it a try.It will not disappoint you.It will help rekindle that lost hope in your heart.The movie ended with tears flowing down my cheeks.i will always be glad that my first review was for a movie named 'i am Gabriel'.I hope the reviews and the rating will get better too..
Just terrible First off, not to down on Christian movies just for the sake of it, but almost every Christian movie I watch has terrible acting, with the exception of a few.
This one is not in that "exception" category.On top of which the writers of this movie basically give you the entire plot in 15mins, thus ruining the entire film.Where's the suspense?
I think I chose the wrong movie..
A few hours before land fall of hurricane Isaac, I was hoping to view a well filmed movie that would keep me 'film satisfied' over the next few days while having no power.
From the description of the film, I was expecting a poor rural town set in a back country with open farm land and all the issues that come along with destitution.
Overall, the movie isn't that great use of your film watching time.
Be kind to other people, share the love, help your neighbor, and an angel boy by the name of GABRIEL will show up and bless everyone.
Choose a different film.
The film was guided down the path of Christianity versus a plot with true beauty and value.
I'm really not sure what I was to gather from the film...
Will I not be able to see GABRIEL the winged boy if I don't try to high five HIM?
Nice tears Dean, looked like you really had something there.
UUUUURRRRGGGGHHH, A (TV) film about a failing dust bowl community of about 25, somewhere in the God old....oops I meant good old US of A where a young boy, who, appears to have the power of good (yawn) and the acting skills of of the horned one, arrives to put everything to rights.
Then the little boy tells everyone how good they are and does some cheesy miracles and the film probably ends on a high note.
But I felt so ill watching this pathetic attempt at human salvation that I was hoping someone would actually call social services and get the vomit inducing little man adopted to a family who believe that children should be seen and not heard.The blonde bloke from "dukes of Hazard" is in it and Dean Cain from Superman is in it.
Why doesn't the kid ever smile?I'm all for Christian movies, but there is no doubt as many have said that this is a B movie.
Scripture tells us that there are far more people who will reject the message of God's love through Jesus than accept it, so a whole town that turns to him is at best - not normal.The story is well-intentioned, the acting is almost adequate though it often appears as if 'lines are being read'.
There is no significant tension, no surprise twists, or unexpected responses from people the way real life would present.
There is praise always given to God, and that is right and good.
I like the aspect of the boy being God's messenger, so there are a number of things that are good about it, but the presentation fails I'm afraid.And what's the deal with the kid NEVER smiling.
Definitely a good movie.
I just read the reviews after seeing the movie.
I kind of understand the negative comments on the acting, yet thats exactly what I like about such actors.
They are not the overacting type we have in every "good" movie.
They looked like real folks experiencing something unusual.
Thou the there is an early kind of revelation in the movie, it still wants to make you wait for the rest in the end.
But hey, who cares, I think we can find something in every movie which could do better.The movie has a message and succeeded in delivering it.
Definitely a feelgood family movie.
What a terrible film - all syrupy, naive and completely shallow Christian propaganda, awful acting, terrible plot but passable camera work.
This film is a total waste of time.
And since when do Christians use praying mats, anyway?
Don't bother watching it, you'd be better off reading a bad book instead.