I'm Not Ashamed
I'm Not Ashamed

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I'm Not Ashamed

2016
Movie
113 min
English

Based on the journal entries of Rachel Joy Scott, the first student killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users73%
Director: Brian BaughGenres: Biography, Drama, History

Plot Summary

Based on the journal of Rachel Scott, the first victim of the Columbine High School massacre, this film chronicles her life leading up to the tragedy. It explores her personal struggles with faith, friendship, and bullying, and her unwavering commitment to her beliefs in the face of adversity. The movie aims to portray her journey of hope and forgiveness.

Critical Reception

I'm Not Ashamed received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its heavy-handed religious messaging, simplistic portrayal of characters, and melodrama. However, it found a more receptive audience among Christian moviegoers and those who appreciated its inspirational and faith-based themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by some for its inspirational Christian message and portrayal of faith.

  • Criticized for its melodramatic tone and simplistic storytelling.

  • Seen by many as a testament to the victim's spirit, but lacking in cinematic quality.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a moving and inspirational story, particularly appreciating its focus on faith and forgiveness. Some noted its effectiveness as a Christian film, though a smaller portion felt it was overly preachy.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the real-life journals of Rachel Scott, who was killed in the Columbine High School massacre.

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Reno

**Life. For some people it is worth living for something!** Based on the journal of a person who had got killed in the 1999 shooting at a high school in the US. Really inspiring character and the story, till that final horror event. But ...