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This movie captures the reality and emotion of the country lawyer while at the same time humanizing the profession. The best portrayal of the profession of law rather than the business of law since Aticus Finch. Not only a must view for the lay person but also required viewing for the law student. God, family, community and the law all portrayed elegantly with Southern charm. Bill Lundy has created a timeless work of art that is suitable for all ages that is educational and entertaining. Lundy tells a beautiful story about the complexities of justice, life and death yet does so with an adherence to the raw purity of truth. The movie is a breath of fresh air from the gratuitous smog of Hollywood with it's ability to convey that simplicity is an intellectually acquired taste.

this outstanding film portrays the challenges of defending the powerless against the interests of the powerful; its charm & allure pull you into the story; Fred Thompson an excellent addition to the cast, his wit & drawl a perfect fit; Bill Lundy plays his role passionately just as he lives his life; his love of the theater also shines through; remarkable cinematography, especially the closing scene with the stunning maples alongside First Baptist Church; can't wait to see their next production!; kids on-stage in full costume give you a sense of the pursuit of excellence; I also liked the philosophical look on life between Bill & Catharine; life is short & we are to make the most of every moment

A solemn plot line that suspensively unravels an unscrupulous web of lies, and cover-ups in a major nursing home malpractice death case is woven masterfully into the ordinary small-town life of a Southern lawyer.

"A Larger Life" offers a charming, engaging and oftentimes humorous glimpse into the life of Alabama lawyer James Golden (Bill Lundy). However, the film's tragic (and sadly true) plot grounds the movie into a poignant and weighty film that sticks with you long after you leave the theatre.

A must-see movie for anyone that believes that good guys can finish first, justice can prevail and that death is not the final verdict.

This film was made by a very small Georgia independent filmmaker but that doesn't mean that it lacks entertainment value. Some of the actors are not polished Hollywood pros but the genuine story line, the scenic views of Northwest Georgia, and the emphasis on family & justice are worth enduring a few unpolished characters.

The film is about a small town Southern law firm that hires a big city New York attorney fresh out of law school and the way the young attorney deals with small town Southern life.

At the same time the young attorney is cutting his teeth, the case of a lifetime is presented to the firm. Much like the movie Erin Brockovich, the senior partner of the firm struggles with how to finance the case and if he and the new young attorney are capable of winning the case.

Sprinkled in with the legal stuff, several scenes with children participating in local theater and the personal life of the New York lawyer make the movie very entertaining.

If you are in to big Hollywood productions take a break and enjoy this small time, quality, wholesome film.

At the very end of the film a young lady asks the Senior partner "So, did you win you big case?". I'm sure you'll enjoy the answer.

Perhaps missing from many legal thrillers is a writer who has actually tried cases in the courtroom. Bill Lundy gives a view that almost feels like a documentary, but with much emotion. Set in the fictional small town of Harper, Alabama, James Golden and his family live a normal life. The characters are just what you would expect in a small town, simply delightful. Golden and his family run a little children's theatre and he handles the small town law practice with no problems. Then, a big nursing home malpractice case walks in his door (and there is a funny scene showing how the client avoided hiring the TV lawyers), and suddenly Golden and his young associate, Paul Bruce, are in new "uncomfortable" territory. Laura Lundy Wheale is such a natural and does an outstanding job as Paul Bruce's young bride. The story of getting to trial and living the small town life is richly told, and so real. Fred Thompson, as Golden's senior partner who has retired due to a stroke, provides sage advice as Golden and Bruce prepare for trial. The dialogue is sparse and to the point. The characters are likable and I thoroughly enjoyed this independent film from start to finish. The ending has much to reveal and I don't want to give it away, but suffice it to say it was just right, and a total surprise. The title fits the film. If someone had told me this was written by John Grisham, I totally would have believed them, I actually can't wait to see it again.

I recommend this film for anyone and any age.

A Larger Life is one of the best movies I've ever seen The story is a sad one where a defenseless middle aged woman with cerebral palsy was neglected in a nursing home and that acute neglect resulted in her tragic death. Even tough the woman dies there is somewhat a positive end to the story when a small town law firm takes on a big city corporate law firm representing the nursing home and wins. This being a true story of elder neglect in a nursing home setting could place this movie in a position of being required viewing for the elder care industry. Everyone is accountable for their on actions and A Larger Life, proves that.

A Larger Life, was not only about tragedy but it is filled with delightful side stories about living in a small southern town.

Fred Thompson, was the only well known actor in the movie. However the talent in this film was outstanding from the young lawyer roll played by Todd Litzinger, to the writer of the story Bill Lundy, who also played the lead roll as the senior attorney in the case. Other performances worth noting were Catharine Lundy and Laura Wheale.

The music track produced by Fred Story, was perfect for this film and the photography and editing by Caroline Clonts is worth praise.

Mary Walker and Tiff McGruder, both veteran actors from the Rome Little Theatre, Rome, Georgia presented outstanding character rolls. Nice Film!