After losing his best friend in combat and his parents in a car accident, Travis returns home to rebuild his life. It is made clear that Travis resents God, feeling abandoned and neglected. When the local pastor and Tiffany reach out to Travis to help them build a shelter for homeless veterans, it takes some convincing, and an eye-opening experience, for him to finally agree to a journey that would reveal life-altering secrets and shape him into who he was meant to be.

My Brother’s Keeper is unique when it comes to faith-based films: it includes heavy, real-life examples like suicidal thoughts, PTSD, racism, and the threat of drug involvement. While each of these components is fairly mild in comparison to similar depictions in other films, they exemplify the necessity for Christ in everyday life. They emphasize the fact that everyone is struggling with their own demons that only God can overcome. My Brother’s Keeper is a well-executed balance of harsh realities and the grace and salvation that comes through faith in Christ.

This film is thoughtfully crafted, including a cast that successfully plays each of their roles, scripting a realistic storyline that is interesting and inspirational at the same time. My Brother’s Keeper was assembled by talented videographers and producers, making it a movie that keeps the audience’s attention from start to finish.

When looking for a moving film for older children and adults, look no further than My Brother’s Keeper. The movie may lead to educational conversations—parents should help children understand the trials that Travis faces as well as relief that only God can bring. With Christ in mind every step of the way, My Brother’s Keeper tackles hard questions through the honest depiction of a man who journeys from rejection to acceptance.

My Brother’s Keeper is Dove approved for Ages 12+.

The Dove Take:

My Brother’s Keeper provides a unique and honest perspective on the typical road to faith journey seen in many Christian films.