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Hank Williams First Nation (2005)
Seen it three times - can see it at least three more!
Been to the movies lately? Well I have one to get you back in that theatre seat, munching popcorn, and having a great time. I attended Hank Williams First Nation, the little movie that is causing a big stir. The movie was exceptionally well done with clever humour, family values, and a real down-to-earth plot to which we Albertans (and all North Americans) can relate.
The majority of the audience was responding the same way I did, as the laughter rang throughout the building many times. It has been a long time since I sat in a theatre and so thoroughly enjoyed the audience's response.
Besides experiencing many good natured belly laughs, the film exposed to poignant moments of reality, with a number of realistic sub-plots being respectfully addressed. Although these story lines are a bitter reality in the world today, Aaron Sorensen's movie presents them with dignity and exposes the vulnerability of the characters, all the while letting us examine how we would respond if placed in similar situations. It was very soul searching.
This movie is one of Canada's best family films this year (no sex, no violence, and only one "small" swear word), and there is no finer place to view it than on the big screen at a theatre near you!