Plot Summary
When Rayne is caught shoplifting, she is given the choice between juvenile detention and community service. She opts for community service and is assigned to a local home for special needs teenagers who have nowhere else to go. She is immediately befriended by a resident named Andy, much to her chagrin, who constantly shows an interest in her as a person, something no one has ever done before, especially her drunk father. Will Rayne’s walls come down and will she learn to love another person?
Production Quality (1.5 points)
It’s clear that the effort that went into this film was honest and caring. The budget was likely limited in this effort, however, which keeps the production from being all that it could be. Video quality is fine, as is camera work. Yet there are some minor audio issues, although the soundtrack is fine. Sets and locations are somewhat limited and are sometimes oddly lit, but they are mostly realistic. There are some odd special effects throughout, but they really appear to be trying. Editing is just average but is better than most films. Overall, this is an applaudable effort that will hopefully yield better results down the road.
Plot and Storyline Quality (1 point)
Though this story is quite simplistic and linear, it’s an honest look at real people and is a realistic portrayal of people and the struggles they endure. Special needs people are given a good platform and character backstories are believable and demonstrate and connection to the real world. Thus, character development is mostly good, even if the dialogue isn’t as creative as it could be at times. The writers definitely meant well with this plot, yet it needs a little more development and complexity to be dynamic. The ending is very touching and shows that this creative team isn’t afraid to take risks. It will be interesting see what they write up in future projects.
Acting Quality (1.5 points)
Though this is a semi-amateurish cast, they post some good performances. However, there are some forced emotions and line delivery throughout. Yet like the rest of this film, it seems like they mean well and have a general grasp on what they are doing. Some upgraded coaching would make them dynamic.
Conclusion
Andy’s Rainbow is another one of those low-budget first-time films that desperately needs a remake because it presents realistic and honest characters that the audience can connect with. Yet the plot needs an upgrade, as does the acting coaching and the production. With these minor changes, this creative will make a big difference in the Christian film world. Hopefully they will be able to have the resources to make a better project soon.
Final Rating: 4 out of 10 points
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