# Heaven Is for Real (2014)

> A small-town pastor defends his young son's account of visiting Heaven while faith, family, and community loyalties come under pressure.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/135543

## Facts

- Runtime: 99 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Randall Wallace
- Cast: Greg Kinnear, Kelly Reilly, Connor Corum, Thomas Haden Church, Jacob Vargas, Lane Styles, Darren Felbel, Ali Tataryn
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1929263/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: sincere, earnest, inspirational, family viewing, faith discussion

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