# Courageous (2011)

> Four law-enforcement fathers respond to personal tragedy by making a faith-driven commitment to protect, guide, and reconnect with their children.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/50515

## Facts

- Runtime: 129 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Alex Kendrick
- Cast: Ken Bevel, Alex Kendrick, Kevin Downes, Renee Jewell, Rusty Martin, Lauren Etchells, Ben Davies, Robert Amaya
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1630036/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: earnest, inspirational, emotionally direct, family movie night, faith community screening

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