Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Movies

byronius

(7,971 posts) Sat Mar 21, 2026, 12:41 AM Saturday

Hail Mary is the finest film I've seen in my life. [View all]

I read the book awhile back, and had trouble imagining how a movie based on the book would be possible. I've just returned from the theater with my questions answered.

The story is quite brilliant, and the film makers managed to honor it with serious devotion to detail. It is human and humane, shocking and powerful. Frankly, it moved me deeply.

I urge everyone to take the time to see this film. If you haven't read the book, feel free to wait.

Honestly. I'm blown away. Ryan Gosling is great.

21 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

Hail Mary is the finest film I've seen in my life. [View all] byronius Saturday OP

I am not impressed. Sector 001 Saturday #1

Did you feel that compelled to shitpost? kysrsoze Saturday #3

We can tell a lot about someone from their "latest hits" ... littlemissmartypants Saturday #5

Did you view the video I posted? Sector 001 Saturday #6

I watched it. My assessment didn't change. kysrsoze Saturday #8

I read the book, then saw the movie RainCaster Saturday #2

Looks interesting- will watch! tazcat Saturday #4

I also just saw it tonight with my evemac Saturday #7

I was thinking of seeing this tomorrow. BidenRocks Saturday #9

I'll look for it. Thanks for the rec. Scrivener7 Saturday #10

Plan on seeing it Tuesday on bargain day. Xavier Breath Saturday #11

I went to the theatre. BidenRocks Saturday #12

I absolutely loved the book bif Saturday #13

It's very true to the book, better than most adaptations.. hunter Sunday #21

The movie has leaked online Sector 001 Sunday #14

You really have a problem with this film, which I suppose is your right. byronius Sunday #15

WTF Sector 001 Sunday #16

It's a great movie that you have a problem with. byronius Sunday #17

You are the one having an issue with my honest opinion on a bad movie Sector 001 Sunday #18

Understood. Goodbye. byronius Sunday #19

Simple solution bif Sunday #20