Courageous

When a tragedy strikes close to home, four police officers struggle with their faith, and with their roles as husbands and fathers. Together they make a decision that will change all of their lives.

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“Courageous” tells the story of four police officers who struggle with their roles as husbands and fathers.

The Catalyst: A personal tragedy strikes one of the men, forcing them all to re-evaluate their priorities.
The Pledge: Inspired by their faith, they make a decision to become better fathers, signing a pledge to prioritize their families.
The Journey: The film follows their individual journeys as they face challenges in their personal and professional lives, learning to balance their duties as law enforcement officers with their responsibilities as fathers and husbands.

Director: Alex Kendrick

Writers: Alex Kendrick • Stephen Kendrick

Stars: Alex Kendrick • Ken Bevel • Kevin Downes

2h 9m

PG-13

2011

Drama

Family, Family First, Parenting

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“Courageous” emphasizes family values and the importance of strong father figures, marital commitment, and the sanctity of the family unit. The film has a strong Christian message, promoting faith as a guide for living a virtuous life. The film also reveals a positive expression of masculinity – strong, protective, and guided by Christian principles. “Courageous” subtly critiques aspects of modern culture that it perceives as detrimental to family values, such as the influence of media and the decline of traditional institutions.

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