Ashley and i rented Lars and the Real Girl the other night. It's actually fantastic. i was worried it would be dirty or that it would make fun of mental illness, but it was poignant and hopeful.i was skeptical because the lead character is Ryan Gossling and there are no real big names, which often means no one big thought it worthy to be in. The casting was great though and the story was incredibly heartwarming.
From the perspective of mental health and ministry, this film is wonderful. The town surrounds a young man with love and understanding for his rather difficult delusion, the entire small town. It's beautiful. They all struggle with judging him and how best to help him, but in the end, their collective patience and compassion and love not only bring healing and wholeness to Gossling's character, but to the entire town. The minister even, and the doctor especially, find creative ways to meet the needs of this young man and to bring him into the community in a meaningful way.
i recommend it highly.
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