Tuesday, February 05, 2019

"The Least of These, the Graham Staines Story" Movie (2019)

Last Saturday afternoon I made a point to watch the new faith-based movie about Graham Staines.  I followed the story years ago and was anxious to see how his story was portrayed on the screen.  This movie is based on the true story of a modern day martyr, missionary, and mate from down under.  

Stephen Baldwin portrays Graham Staines.  I have seen Stephen Baldwin in a few other movies, UnMiracle (2107) and God's Club (2015). The Indian actor, who portrays a reporter and Staines' antagonist, does a great job of acting as well. 

"The Least of These, The Graham Staines Story," gives a glimpse of the life of a missionary in India. Graham Staines spent 35 years on the mission field as a medical missionary treating the lowest of the low, lepers. A wife, a daughter and two young soccer playing sons accompany Staines on the field and share his work.  

Something that stood out to me about the movie was that it clearly shows how diabolical the media can be.  Misreporting, maligning and manipulating the news is not merely a U.S. phenomena.  Watch the movie and see the impact of the media.

Also, Christian persecution is not the exclusive domain of radical Muslims.  The movie also brought out the viciousness of radical Hinduism.  I don't think most people realize that Hindus and Buddhists and other lesser known religions also persecute Christians across the world. 

I found the movie to be slow moving in parts, but overall it did get its message of selfless service, love for God, family and others across very well.

I would recommend this movie, for its educational, spiritual and entertainment value.

I would give the movie * * * * 1/2 stars.





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