{"id":4010,"date":"2019-04-20T14:00:05","date_gmt":"2019-04-20T21:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=4010"},"modified":"2019-04-20T14:45:16","modified_gmt":"2019-04-20T21:45:16","slug":"breakthrough","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2019\/breakthrough\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough \u2013 Heartfelt Story That is Easy to Connect to, No Matter Your Religion"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/breakthrough.poster.jpg?resize=142%2C225&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4019\" width=\"142\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/breakthrough.poster.jpg?resize=189%2C300&amp;ssl=1 189w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/breakthrough.poster.jpg?w=631&amp;ssl=1 631w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 142px) 100vw, 142px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Breakthrough\nis based on the inspirational true story of one mother\u2019s unfaltering love in\nthe face of impossible odds. When Joyce Smith\u2019s adopted son John falls through\nan icy Missouri\nlake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up.\nHer steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue\nto pray for John\u2019s recovery, even in the face of every case history and\nscientific prediction. From producer DeVon Franklin (Miracles from Heaven) and\nadapted for the screen by Grant Nieporte (Seven Pounds) from Joyce Smith\u2019s own\nbook, BREAKTHROUGH is an enthralling reminder that faith and love can create a\nmountain of hope, and sometimes even a miracle. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Calista\nB. comments, \u201cDespite not being religious and usually not enjoying\nmovies like these, I like this movie. Every once in a while, everyone needs an\nemotional yet inspirational story and this is it.\u201d Siaki S. adds, \u201c<em>Breakthrough<\/em> is a phenomenal, inspiring\nfilm. I was intrigued by this film because of the powerful message it shares.\u201d Zoe\nC. wraps it up with, \u201cThis is a very heartfelt movie that will make you cry and\nlaugh at the same time. Based on a true story with a strong religious theme, <em>Breakthrough\n<\/em>is a perfect movie to enjoy with your family. It doesn\u2019t matter what your\nreligion is: it is very easy to connect with this story and to feel very\nemotional. I love the acting and all the positive messages it contains.\u201d See\ntheir full reviews and interviews with cast and crew below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breakthrough<br>\nBy Calista B., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 16 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gXeoMOOmy-Y?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite not\nbeing religious and usually not enjoying movies like these, I like this movie.\nEvery once in a while, everyone needs an emotional yet inspirational story and\nthis is it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrougha.jpg?resize=150%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrougha.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrougha.jpg?zoom=2&amp;resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrougha.jpg?zoom=3&amp;resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This movie\nis based on the true story of Joyce Smith and her son, John, after he falls\nthrough a frozen lake and ends up dead for about an hour. Yet, when his mother\nprays for him to be revived, he suddenly gains a pulse. The rest of the movie\nis about Joyce hoping for John to fully recover. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is\nimportant to mention how this is a movie about faith in God and the love of a mother.\nI am not religious, so I must bring up the question: \u201cDo you need to be\nreligious to enjoy this movie?\u201d I feel that you can enjoy this movie, even if\nyou don\u2019t believe in Christianity. The religious aspect is very prominent,\nhowever it\u2019s not as forced as I originally predicted it would be. Plus, having\nstrong faith in God actually makes sense in the context of this movie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.h.jpg?resize=150%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4018\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.h.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.h.jpg?zoom=2&amp;resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.h.jpg?zoom=3&amp;resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><figcaption>Chrissy Metz (Joyce Smith) stars in Twentieth Century Fox\u2019s BREAKTHROUGH. Photo Credit: Allen Fraser.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In a movie\nlike this, arguably the most important aspect is the acting. While the whole\ncast is pretty great, the main star, hands down, is Chrissy Metz as Joyce. Most\nof the emotion comes from her stellar acting. The scene where she prays over\nJohn\u2019s body really hit me hard. Of course I can\u2019t gloss over everyone else in\nthis amazing cast. A particular favorite is Topher Grace as Pastor Jason Noble.\nHe really helps lighten the mood when the movie needs some relief. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This movie\nis based on a true story and, since John Smith is still alive, one can guess\nhow this film ends. Despite that, many moments in this movie are genuinely\nsuspenseful. When John falls through the ice, it actually startled me, despite\nthe fact that I knew what was about to happen. The actual climax is filmed in a\nvery interesting way which is filled with tension. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My one\nproblem with the film is that it feels as if the dad doesn\u2019t have much to do.\nHe is present in his son\u2019s life and he cares about him, yet it feels like the\nmovie mostly forgets he exists. This movie definitely is more focused on the\nmom, yet that felt weird to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give this\nmovie 3 out of 5 stars and recommend for ages 10 to 18. It comes in theaters\nnationwide on April 17, 2019 so look for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breakthrough<br>By Siaki S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t-w18ofq738?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Breakthrough<\/em> is a phenomenal, inspiring film. I\nwas intrigued by this film because of the powerful message it shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The film was\ninspired by a true story that hit the nation with unwavering faith, hope and\nprayer. John Smith, who the film is about, is played by Marcel Ruiz who grew up\nin the film industry and both parents are award-winning directors. John Smith,\na courageous teen, is Latino who struggled with his identity and learned that\nlove conquers all. John Smith is passionate about basketball and hopes to one\nday become a professional basketball player. His passion helped him endure this\nincident to the very end. Due to excruciating events that occur in this film, I\nrealized and appreciate the miracles that I am able to witness and enjoy within\nmy own life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8IGfainTOeU?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The film is\ndirected by Roxanne Dawson, a theater arts major from University of California\n  Berkeley who is also known as an actress (<em>Baywatch, Star Trek<\/em>). <em>Breakthrough<\/em> was written by Grant\nNieporte a screen writer (Seven Pounds). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/exridLH1J2Q?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What I like\nmost about this film is the friendship of family and friends who become family\nin a tight knit community. They join forces and focus on one major life\nthreatening situation. This film portrays unity, love and compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wqHc51r6bA0?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another\nthing that I really enjoyed is when one rescuer, who didn\u2019t believe in God,\nlearned that there actually is a God and, from that moment on, it changes his\nlife in many ways. The rescuer later received other signs that led him to\nbelieve in God. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_WMLyJuEcL4?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>John Smith\u2019s\nmother is played by Chrissy Metz (<em>This Is\nUs, Sierra Burgess Is a Loser<\/em>) who portrays her in the most believable way.\nShe delivers a powerful message about faith and perseverance. Chrissy builds a\nrelationship with Pastor Jason-Noble (Topher Grace, <em>That \u201870s Show<\/em>). In <em>Breakthrough<\/em>,\nPastor Jason-Noble is intricately involved in helping Chrissy deal with the\nsituation and is an inspiration and light to many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give this\nfilm a 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18 and as well as\nadults. <em>Breakthrough<\/em> comes out in\ntheaters April 17, 2019 so make sure to look out for this inspirational,\neducational and motivational film at a theater near you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breakthrough<br>By Zoe C., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gIvYAdszjxk?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a\nvery heartfelt movie that will make you cry and laugh at the same time. Based\non a true story with a strong religious theme, <em>Breakthrough <\/em>is a perfect\nmovie to enjoy with your family. It doesn\u2019t matter what your religion is: it is\nvery easy to connect with this story and to feel very emotional. I love the\nacting and all the positive messages it contains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.b.jpg?resize=225%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4012\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.b.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.b.jpg?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.b.jpg?resize=1024%2C684&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.b.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the\nstory of a 14-year-old boy, John Smith (Marcel Ruiz) who suffers a terrible\naccident: when playing in a frozen lake, he drowns and is rescued by a fireman\nabout 20 minutes later. He miraculously survives but is in serious condition.\nHis mom never surrenders hope and prays with fervor to keep him alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I like the\nunderwater scenes: I love how they look and how they are filmed. In the movie\nposter we see the main character under the water, and, despite knowing he will\nfall, I still jumped from my seat when the ice broke. I think it is amazing how\na simple story can make such an impact on the audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.e.jpg?resize=225%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4015\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.e.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.e.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.e.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthrough.e.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The story is\nwell narrated. There\u2019s a song at the beginning of the film that could have been\nshorter, although it is good. It feels like a music video trapped in a film\nthat is not a musical, but when the movie resumes, the narrative keeps you\ninterested. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chrissy Metz, who plays John\u2019s\nmother, portrays the character so well, it made me cry; you feel the connection\nwith her suffering, and it is very powerful. She confronts doctors, and, although\nJohn is in a medically-induced coma, she keeps her faith alive. She doesn\u2019t get\nalong with Pastora Jason Noble (Topher Grace) because she thinks he is too cool\nto be spiritual, but she bonds with this man who is very supportive and caring.\nJohn, of course, spends a good portion of the movie dormant, but he makes you\npray for him because you want to see him alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthroough.g.jpg?resize=225%2C158&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4011\" width=\"225\" height=\"158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthroough.g.jpg?resize=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthroough.g.jpg?resize=768%2C539&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthroough.g.jpg?resize=1024%2C719&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Breakthroough.g.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The message\nof this film is never give up and always have faith. Another message is even if\nyou don\u2019t fully like someone it doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t set aside your differences\nand work together. I also think is important for young audiences to understand\nthat accidents happen, and we need to be careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give this\nfilm 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18. <em>Breakthrough<\/em>\nopens nationwide on April 17, 2019<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Breakthrough is based on the inspirational true story of one mother\u2019s unfaltering love in the face of impossible odds. When Joyce Smith\u2019s adopted son John falls through an icy Missouri lake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up. Her steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue to pray for John\u2019s recovery, even in the face of every case history and scientific prediction. From producer DeVon Franklin (Miracles from Heaven) and adapted for the screen by Grant Nieporte (Seven Pounds) from Joyce Smith\u2019s own book, BREAKTHROUGH is an enthralling reminder that faith and love can create a mountain of hope, and sometimes even a miracle. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Calista B. comments, \u201cDespite not being religious and usually not enjoying movies like these, I like this movie. Every once in a while, everyone needs an emotional yet inspirational story and this is it.\u201d Siaki S. adds, \u201cBreakthrough is a phenomenal, inspiring film. I was intrigued by this film because of the powerful message it shares.\u201d Zoe C. wraps it up with, \u201cThis is a very heartfelt movie that will make you cry and laugh at the same time. Based on a true story with a strong religious theme, Breakthrough is a perfect movie to enjoy with your family. It doesn\u2019t matter what your religion is: it is very easy to connect with this story and to feel very emotional. I love the acting and all the positive messages it contains.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[15],"tags":[231,236,233,234,235,232],"class_list":["post-4010","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-feature-film-reviews","tag-chrissy-metz","tag-grant-nieporte","tag-jhn-smith","tag-marcel-ruiz","tag-roxanne-dawson","tag-topher-grace"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/paS5I2-12G","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4010","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4010"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4010\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4023,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4010\/revisions\/4023"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4010"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4010"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4010"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}