Saved!

  • 2004


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Positive Reviews 59
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Average Rating 3.1/5
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1.5
Any group that treats the Left Behind series as a plausible look at the future and believes in deprogramming gay teens doesnt need to be exaggerated f .. Av Club
4.4
And that all of this takes place in a sassy and smart teenage comedy is, well, a miracle. Rogerebert
4.0
But it concludes with a renewed commitment to a faith that engages the mind and heart. Common Sense Media
1.5
Its a shame the closing moral about a more pragmatic, inclusive approach to spirituality is conveyed with such a heavy hand. Time Out
0.6
An early contender for the worst film of the year, the painfully unfunny Saved! is every bit as reductive as your average high school underdog fantasy ..
1.0
This isnt just broad humor either.Its two dimensional stereotyping of the worst kind.
3.5
Saved! is clearly the filmmakers way of processing the contradictions of those experiences, and as such it bears the unmistakable stamp of authenticit ..
3.0
Its inspired material, but first time filmmaker Brian Dannelly (who co wrote the script with Michael Urban) doesnt quite go the distance, falling shor ..
4.0
while it offers some hilariously scathing commentary on the inherent dangers of hypocrisy . . . above all the film preaches a message of tolerance to .. E Film Critic
3.8
In the hands of less gifted actors, this moment might have been lurid, but indie film stalwarts Parker and Donovan make it sweet. San Francisco Chronicle
3.0
Despite a soggy ending and the occasional lapse in spikiness, its an original spin on a well worn genre and, as such, deserves praise.
3.5
I dont think too many purebred Christian folk will appreciate the exaggerated humor in this film, but then again, what the shit do I know JoBlo
2.0
If you want to see a funny and effective religious satire, rent Dogma instead. Screen Rant
3.0
Instead the filmmakers want us all to see that God loves hospitality and diversity. Spirituality And Practice
2.0
Comes nowhere near scoring a satirical bulls eye a pity, given that its target is such an inviting one. One Guys Opinion
2.5
The comedy is delivered by taking easy pot shots at the cardboard characters and by tacky jokes that have no bite.I also might add that the timid joke .. Sover
1.9
Unsentimental, non glamorized, and unclouded by the usual overlay of rose colored nostalgia, this is a raw but rewarding motion picture. ReelViews
3.0
The first 45 minutes of this wickedly clever comedy features the smartest, tartest high school satire since Alexander Paynes ELECTION. Tv Guide
2.5
Saved! (2004) 2 1/2 Stars (out of 4) Tweet Brawling from Grace By Jeffrey M. Anderson In this day and age when millions can find salvation in a Mel Gi .. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.0
This confidence is palpable and that Roland would warm to her is perfectly believable.
2.5
Saved!.(October 7/04) Saved! is a heavy handed satire that effectively roasts a very specific target, though it often seems as though screenwriters Br .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
Since it is troubling to think about that, it is much easier to simply deny the existence of homosexuality as a human condition.That is the implicit b .. Lariat
3.0
The film has its share of funny lines and snarky situations its like Mean Girls for the Christian set and its cynical attitude toward religion is cons .. Eric Ds Nider
3.5
To wider audiences it might seem like a silly and thin parody of American Christian fundamentalism. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
The film is missing a degree of commitment, a willingness to dive headlong into this culture Pop Matters
4.0
In short, Saved! is a thoroughly enjoyable teen comedy with something important to say and itll be interesting to see what Dannelly and Urban come up .. View London
3.8
Others find the movies overall tone too sassy and irreverent for comfort. Cs Monitor
3.5
Malone makes an ingratiating heroine, and her personal religious journey is as moving as it is subversively funny. Film Journal International ..
2.5
Whats particularly troubling is that there were obvious opportunities for this dark comedy to be a little more even handed in its treatment of the sub .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.0
Entertaining, if sophomoric, comedy sending up religious extremism. Internet Reviews
4.4
Not since Election has high school life been so deliciously skewered ... its filled with lines that are little gems of biting satire. Internet Reviews
3.1
Has the glitteringly satiric dialogue of Election and the soul of an after school special. Boston
3.8
U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley is resigning, she and President Donald Trump announced Tuesday, blindsiding many administration officials and stirring spe .. Star Tribune
4.5
The result is a not so immaculate conception, and suddenly Marys life is a mess.
3.0
A look at the long day in the busy life of a Toronto councillor In the face of a surprise cut to the number of wards and councillors proposed by the p .. Toronto Star
3.8
A lot of the beats are a bit too familiar from previous entries in the series, which isnt surprising given that this is the fifth film to play off the .. Q Network
4.0
Perhaps the movies greatest achievement is that it manages to satirise Christianity without demonising it. Eye For Film
2.0
In the final judgement Saved! turns out to be wholly lacking in conviction. Bbc
2.0
It has a bright young cast and a clever, eclectic soundtrack, but the tone veers unsteadily from mockery to preachiness, and the story loses its breat .. The New York Times
3.8
Saved!, a John Hughes inspired teen comedy with a twistait is set at a Catholic high schoolasuccessfully manages the tricky balancing act of being sha .. The Movie Boy
3.1
Its obvious that Dannelly didnt want Saved! to be dismissed as mere parody but the film strays too far into spoof territory to be a drama and vice ver .. Hollywood
3.0
Dannelly questions the more extreme and intolerant aspects of their culture, but celebrates their faith even as it matures to embrace the world in all .. Seattle Pi
1.0
Despite Dannellys apparent intent to make a statement about tolerance, Saved! is an intolerant, morally simplistic film that ignores the concept that .. Tony Medley
3.0
Saved! starts out as a feisty satire on organized religion but sputters in its third act to an apologetic footnote for all that has come before. Coles Mithey
3.8
Like Aprils Mean Girls, this is one teenage comedy that remembered to bring a brain. Movie Freak
3.8
This sitcom y decline in creativity is especially disappointing since the cast tries hard to stay true to the smarter spirit that was clearly intended .. Spliced Wire
0.6
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
2.0
miss an opportunity to make a much subtler and more interesting case. Boxoffice Magazine
3.0
While poking fun at religion is nothing new, this sharp send up wears its weird and sinister nature proudly on its sleeve. E Online
3.8
The likable cast and a witty script keep things entertaining and well paced. Three Movie Buffs
0.6
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4.0
Writer/director Brian Dannelly takes a witty but deadly approach to the pitfalls of using a narrow set of rules to decide what Gods will is exactly Killer Movie Reviews
4.4
Genuinely upbeat about kindness and generosity, Saved! is only snide about Christianity as a hypocritical weapon or crutch and never spirituality itse .. The Filmy Ap
4.4
This film..it made me laugh..it made me cry..it affirmed my spiritual path and my life journey.
2.5
Saved is a 50 50 proposition. While you wont be moved strongly to love it or hate it, youll wish you could be pushed in some direction. Waffle Movies
2.0
is an inconsequential teen comedy that sparked some controversy because it aims its satire on fundamentalist Christians. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
3.0
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
3.0
It puts a new twist on the au courant genre of mean teen comedies. Guide Live
2.5
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3.0
It manages to be smart and funny so effortlessly that it is almost mind boggling at times. From The Balcony
2.0
Pretty fearless, at least until backing off somewhat in its closing minutes. Film Blather
3.1
Saved is full of satire and some funny moments.It does have a complicated plot but delivers a message in an hour and a half. Entertainment Spectrum
4.5
In a role that represents the flip side of her sweet natured heroine in A Walk to Remember, Mandy Moore is a demented delight... James Sanford on Film
3.5
The second act is a bit too ordinary, but the smart satiric first half saves this from being drab and makes it worth checking out. TheMovieChicks.com
1.5
Make a mental note to consider watching this films strong ensemble cast when Saved! seeks redemption on DVD this fall. IGN Movies
2.5
That religion as a business has recently discovered the youth market is hardly surprising. Nitrate Online
3.1
Saved! ultimately cant quite go the distance, but its a promising debut by a filmmaker to watch. Seattle Times
3.3
The Plastics in Mean Girls dont stand a chance against Saveds Mandy Moore as the duplicitous Hilary Faye. Film Forward
1.0
Its hard to be genuinely funny when youre so determined to patronise your own characters. Archive Spectator
3.0
Takes cheap swings at easy targets and gift wraps a tidy message of forgiveness thats as empty as (its) put on Christian attitude. Eclipse Magazine
3.0
Saved! tries to turn religious devotion, contradictions, and iconography into a rip roaring satire, but it fails to be at all interesting and, most da .. Film Jerk
4.0
Its a rare occasion when a directors first time feature hits precisely the right balance between commercial appeal and independent fortification, betw .. Metro Weekly
5.0
What finally makes Saved! so rewarding, and so wonderful, is that its snarky humor blossoms into a touching tribute to faith in its many beautiful, co .. Premiere Magazine
2.5
Its wit and subversive charm get lost in a maze of mixed signals. Chicago Tribune
3.0
Intends to flay sanctimonious preaching, but ends up doing a little too much of it. Gost Dog
3.6
Ends up genuinely thought provoking while putting the fun back in fundamentalist. Apollo Guide
3.0
Saved! marks the feature debut of director Brian Dannelly , who co wrote the script with Michael Urban All Movie
4.5
Though no one is likely to confuse Saved! with great filmmaking, its pleasant enough summer fare, and much better than its premise would suggest. San Diego Metropolitan
3.5
I was sorry when I learned that Michaels, the well known childrens hair cutting salon at Madison Avenue and 90th Street, went out of business recently .. Ny Observer
2.0
Set in a Christian high school, Saved! is a message film in the guise of a social satire. The film,however, is not as wickedly funny as it wants to be .. Time Of India
4.5
Though the picture runs out of steam, with a familiar somewhat contrived ending, it remains uplifting and appealing.
5.0
Saved! is a rare original film that utilizes the immense talent working its script to take it from clever after school special material on up to a fil .. Blunt Review
5.0
Its not about religion and it doesnt make fun of the heathens or the believers. It only mocks ignorance and hypocrisy, and everyone can get behind tha .. Cinerina
3.1
For less devout audiences, the movies subversive subtext will be scarcely noticeable amid its humorous vignettes and kindhearted characters. Wash Times
3.0
So dont miss the second instalment of this second season on Fri 29 Oct at the Filmhouse. The List
3.0
Not without its charms, but its a middling effort...In Hollywood, the road to cinematic hell is paved with great pitch ideas. Mixed Reviews



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