Then, after some time, Lefty joins their rivals the Bullets. I did like that they tried to show what Gloria may see through her eyes and some of the struggles the parents have with interpersonal relationships and finances taking care of low functioning ASD kids. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. I actually watched this movie three times during my 72 hour rental period. Travelling or based outside United States? Video availability outside of United States varies. There's a problem loading this menu right now. Incredible movie! There aren’t many movies out there that dictate the struggles we face as parents of children on the low functioning side of the spectrum. He and his wife take their son to a clinic, where he is diagnosed by a talented psychologist (Stevie), as being autistic. With AnnaSophia Robb, Famke Janssen, Scott Cohen, Israel Broussard. Quickly browse titles in our catalog based on the ones you have picked. But just when Jack think's she's found redemption, her deceitful past catches up and she is forced to confront her true self. Backstreet Dreams is the story of a man, who has a disturbed child. That about sums up Jack of the Red Hearts. Angelo, who lives in the same apartment building and is like a father to Dean, urges on the relationship, sensing that Stevie is luring Dean away from backstreet dealings, and giving him courage to face life in a positive way. Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2019. The story is touching. Sign in to see videos available to you. This is a regular, everyday, Lifetime movie -- one of hundreds. Initially in over her head, Jack finally connects with her new life and beautiful 11 year old Glory in an unexpected way.
Mickey is autistic so he is a little bit off, but still very nice and friendly. Jack (Robb) is a street-smart, street-tough kid who has just turned 18. Good movie. Anna Sophia Robb portrays "Jack," a tough teenage runaway on the lam from her parole officer.
Don't watch this if you are a special needs parent. That about sums up Jack of the Red Hearts. She and her sister Coke (Caruso) have been in and out of foster homes and juvenile detention for years.
Late in the movie, a woman criticizes Jack for being rough with Glory, and she answers, "It's okay. MPAA Rating: (C) 2011 MIHS Films Inc. I understand they had to show progress within the movie with Gloria starting to talk and sitting at the table and using the spoon, however in real life these things take months or years of working on if they even get them at all. The conniving street kid brazenly impersonates a trained caregiver and forms a unique bond with an 11 year-old autistic girl named Glory, brilliantly played by newcomer Taylor Richardson. Also, if anyone thinks the proper way to teach a child is by dragging them back to a chair and forcibly holding them down to get your desired reaction, you are 100% wrong. A teenage con artist tricks a desperate mother into hiring her as a live-in companion for her autistic daughter. 2015 JACK OF THE RED HEARTS, INC. In the end there is a final showdown between the two rivals, and beforehand Murphy persuades Clarence to let his son play again. By purchasing this item, you are transacting with Google Payments and agreeing to the Google Payments. Murphy ends up getting into a fight with Clarence, Mickey's father, and Mickey stays behind. The actress who plays Jack is just terrific, as are all the other players. It's one of the best Lifetime movies I have ever seen. Included with Lifetime Movie Club on Amazon for $3.99/month after trial. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Although the ending appeared to be a happy one, I was disappointed in the abrupt ending and would have love to seen more successes between Glory and Jack. Directed by Janet Grillo. So, Murphy persuades Mickey's uptight parents to let Mickey come to Clayton, Ohio and have a tryout. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Starring Famke Janssen, AnnaSophia Robb, and Israel Broussard. "Mile in His Shoes" is the story of Mickey Tussler, a young man with Asperger's Syndrome--a type of autism--who is recruited by a passionate manager to pitch for his minor league team. 2015 JACK OF THE RED HEARTS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, By purchasing this item, you are transacting with Google Payments and agreeing to the Google Payments. It's one of the best Lifetime movies I have ever seen, Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2018. Anna Sophia Robb portrays "Jack," a tough teenage runaway on the lam from her parole officer. The team he is coaching is starting another losing season, and Murphy is getting pressure from the owner for the team to improve or suffer the consequences. Lefty hires some men to take Mickey out and beat him up, hurting his right throwing hand. So Murphy is sent on a scouting trip to bring talent to the team. The scene with them on the swing and Gloria playing in the background is complete B.S. As a parent with ASD and also two kids on the spectrum, one high one low,I can say I found this movie interesting. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Pick it up - if you can find a copy. It's not realistic nor is it helpful nor uplifting. I can't believe any mother would act the way she did in the beginning ie: frantic, manic, and a little bit oh lets just call it crazy. Cookies help us deliver our services. Murphy sees Mickey throwing some apples, and spies Mickey's arm as talent. I was happy to see a movie that pointed out the toll on the family, and revealed more of the physical and emotional challenges associated with raising a child on the spectrum. Eligible if purchased with select payment methods. Famke Janssen, as the child's desperate mother Kay, also bonds with the imposter, as a surrogate daughter she can actually talk to. When the deception is exposed and the cops descend, loving father Mark (Scott Cohen) struggles to hold his family together as the pieces of this puzzle are reshuffled into a new, satisfying whole. I love that this movie, although my son is extremely low functioning, this touches on both aspects!! Once in Clayton, Mickey proves his talent, and becomes well liked. Mickey shines, and the Rats win. Jack’s probation officer (Patano) is pretty much fed up with her and is ready to send her to adult jail this time, now that she’s old enough. Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2016, TOUCHING, HEARTFELT, AND A FAIR DISPLAY OF HOW AUTISM AFFECTS A CHILD, A SIBLING, PARENTS, FRIENDS, ETC, Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2016. because right behind them is a water source which every ASD parent knows will attract the child like a moth to flame. This is NOT recommend for us. The movie keeps you wanting to watch. And the girl's cute older brother Robert (Israel Broussard) falls in love. Mickey is then out for a few weeks, where Lefty (another pitcher) begins to shine in his absence. Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2016. Stevie believes that she can improve Shane's condition, going back to Dean's apartment and later convincing him that he can provide a better world for his son.
Then, somehow the law finds out about what Lefty did and he is kicked off the Rats (the baseball team). Street wise teen and casualty of a flawed foster care system, Jacqueline cons her way into a job by posing as an experienced caregiver for a family with an autistic child. Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2016. Shame this is only available on Region 1 as it's a decent little drama about a compulsive liar and rebel (Robb) who takes a job caring for an autistic girl. Select the department you want to search in. Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2020. A teenage con artist tricks a desperate mother into hiring her as a live-in companion for her autistic daughter.
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