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Deliver Them from Evil: The Taking of Alta View (1992)
Stunningly Realistic
This movie "got it right!" Every detail was taken care of. Hospital setting? CHECK. Violent gunman? DOUBLE CHECK. Extras that seem genuinely frightened and terrifyingly true-to-life? TRIPLE CHECK! This movie runs so smoothly it seems like ONE TAKE!
Edge of your seat excitement guaranteed to wet your cheeks.
Warning for younger viewers: There are some really shocking moments during this movie, including one disturbing scene with an extra bolting out of a closet towards the camera. The job she does is almost too much, the intensity almost made me vomit. I guess this is the job of these movie people, but sometimes during the film I just had to wonder if my anxiety was worth it!
The Elizabeth Smart Story (2003)
Another Great Made-For-TV-Movie!
This program was outstanding. The plot line was original and the setting felt realistic. Five stars! *****
I thought the way they portrayed the main character (Liz) was really unique, and I love the twist with her double life (Augustine!). I'd put this one (story wise!) between Ransom and The 10 Commandments. Stylistically, I'd say it's high-caliber CBS, almost in the same league as Martha, Inc. My only complaint is that I wish the characters could have traveled to some more exotic locations, i.e. Nova Scotia. The movie's antagonist (played by Tom Everett) is your classic villain- Think Lex Luthor or Cruella De Vil- He's lovably evil. Here's to a sequel!