Overcomer

WHO are you? (And I dont mean your occupation or marital status)

A basketball coach at a Georgia Christian school (Alex Kendrick) is devastated when the local factory shuts down and the school loses half its students, along with a decrease in pay for him and his wife, who also works at the school (Shari Rigby). The principal appoints him to coach the cross-country running team, which consists of ONE girl with asthma (Aryn Wright-Thompson) who lives with her grandmother.

Overcomer (2019) is a Christian-themed drama from the maker of War Room (2015), one of the most inspiring films ever made and a surprise hit at the box office, which aint bad for an indie that only cost $3 million. This one cost $2 million more, but isnt nearl...

Overcomes the "cheesy Christian film" barrier

Very few films these days are as special as this one. Kendrick gives Christians a story that is almost sure to bring tears of joy.

The quality of Kendrick's films has improved steadily. Looking forward to more - especially those with creative scripts like this one.