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Soul On Fire
Directed by Sean McNamara (Soul Surfer), written by Gregory Poirier and based on O'Leary's bestselling memoir, On Fire, this film is an emotional and faith-filled portrait of resilience as O'Leary not only battles to survive but ultimately discovers what it means to truly live. From frontline workers to family members, and the support of the wider community, this film is a celebration of heroes. This movie about the courage of John O'Leary who suffered an almost total body burn and yet overcame to become an amazing inspiration to all who have suffered. Joel Courtney is wonderful as O'Leary and he captures his spirit, faith and courage. William Macy also does a great job as sportscaster Jack Buck who befriended O'Leary. Anyone who has ever suffered in their life should see this amazing film and realize that you can go on and that there is always a tomorrow.
 

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House Of Guinness (Netflix)
The consequences of the death of Benjamin Guinness, the man responsible for the extraordinary success of the Guinness brewery, and the far-reaching impact of his cunning will on the fate of his four adult children, Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben, as well as on a group of Dublin characters who work and interact with the growing juggernaut that is Guinness. Guinness trademarked its version of the harp in 1876, nearly 30 years before the Irish government adopted the symbol for official use. Since Guinness trademarked the harp first, the government had to reverse the direction of the harp's when using it as the official national emblem.

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Maintenance Required (Prime Video)
Charlie, the fiercely independent owner of an all-female mechanic shop, is forced to reevaluate her future when a flashy corporate competitor moves in across the street. Seeking comfort, she turns to an anonymous online confidant - unaware she's confiding in Beau, the very rival threatening her business. Maintenance Required is a classic rom-com with an absolutely gorgeous cast. Leading man Jacob Scipio steams up the screen with leading Madelaine Petsch. Supporting cast is comedy gold, especially Katy O'Brian. Director and co-writer Lacey Uhlemeyer did an amazing job with the film.

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