Dove Review

“The Return” is a fairy tale of sorts that symbolically represents the return of Christ one day for his bride, the church. The story revolves around a woman named Leah (Heather Ricks) who is forced into thievery by her master, the evil Dybbuk. His influence in the village of Nod is a powerful one. But the day comes when a huntsman named Yadid (Simon Provan) appears and offers the community hope. When he lays down his life for Leah her heart is broken. He returns, alive, and tells her there are battles he must fight, but to wait on his return. One day, a glorious reunion takes place!

There are some beautiful woods and nature scenes in this film. We are pleased to award the movie our Dove “Faith-Friendly” Seal for ages 12+. Join the villagers of Nod and wait for the master’s return!

Dove Rating Details

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Faith

None

0

Integrity

Girl grabbed by the throat by man with a knife; knife held to man's throat and face; man is kicked, punched and has a bloody nose; man is falsely accused of stealing and his eyes are put out, only a slightly bloody bandage is shown; another person is seen with some bloody bandages but not gratuitous; man is killed by sword; man is shot through the heart with an arrow but not graphic; sword fight between good and evil.

1

Sex

Brief sexual innuendo.

1

Language

Simpleton-1; Fool-1; Shut-Up-1.

2

Violence

Girl grabbed by the throat by man with a knife; knife held to man's throat and face; man is kicked, punched and has a bloody nose; man is falsely accused of stealing and his eyes are put out, only a slightly bloody bandage is shown; another person is seen with some bloody bandages but not gratuitous; man is killed by sword; man is shot through the heart with an arrow but not graphic; sword fight between good and evil.

2

Drugs

A few drinking scenes with wine; drunk man with a bottle falls down; comment by man about getting drunk.

0

Nudity

None

2

Other

Woman steals from villagers; an evil shadow is seen in some scenes; skeleton in a cell; a man is mocked; man puts a noose to his own neck but doesn't take his life; sword bursts into flames.