The Chosen One

2010 "Our fate is in his hands . . . He just doesn't know it yet"
4.5| 1h41m| PG-13| en
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Paul is an ordinary man who is at the end of his rope. He hates his job, his beautiful wife has left him, and his mother and gay, Buddhist-monk brother constantly remind him of his shortcomings. Although Paul doesn't know it yet, his life is about to change in a big way.

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Glimmerubro It is not deep, but it is fun to watch. It does have a bit more of an edge to it than other similar films.
Megamind To all those who have watched it: I hope you enjoyed it as much as I do.
KnotStronger This is a must-see and one of the best documentaries - and films - of this year.
Catangro After playing with our expectations, this turns out to be a very different sort of film.
MrJodie Rob's been accused of a lot of controversial activism, but he's a decent human being and this movie is a gem. Especially for those interested in watching movies that enrich as much as entertain. *SPOILER* The ending is underwhelming, because it's entirely predictable, but, as the Buddha would extol, it's better to travel well than to arrive. The journey is so worth it. As in Eddie Murphy's Holy Man, the character that Schneider creates is heartwarming and so likable that you don't even care if there's a story. His personal struggle and philosophical ponderings make you think. The romance that blossoms will make you warm and feel just a little jealous. It's all wonderful but, like many theological musings, has layer upon layer of hidden meaning that will keep you thinking about it for a long time.
stephthewriter The first time I've seen this movie, I was absolutely flabbergasted. The way how Rob Schneider acts as the character, Paul, is amazing! He delves into the real side of depression of the pessimism and overwhelming feeling that any depressed person suffers. It wasn't just the movements he learned for his character but also how he delivers the dialogue. His acting was superb! You would usually see him in a comedy film but this time he tries drama. A great change for him and his career!With the theme of the film about believing in yourself is an excellent point. I believe that makes a good movie. Also the story of it was very well. It's about a man who learns that he has to save the world but also has to save himself. I applaud to the writers of coming with the thought.There may be some parts in the movie that might go slow, yes, but it's still a movie worth watching. All of the actors, like Buscemi and Gomez, were great as well; no matter what.
hellokitty_9 My husband and I rented this movie. I knew right away this movie would be bad but we decided to get in anyway.I can't even begin to tell you how awful this movie is. I get what Schneider is trying to accomplish but seriously this movie was so painful to watch. I think I fell asleep 45 min into the movie. This movies has absolutely no purpose. I think there was only one slightly funny scene with Buscemi and the woman that plays his mother. Other than that there was nothing.I don't even know most of the actors in this movie. This movie was a complete snore fest. Do not rent this movie.
Gordon-11 This film is about a depressed car salesman who becomes the chosen one to make a Colombian mountain snow again for the sake of Iguaca tribesmen's existence.I thought "The Chosen One" was a comedy, but I was wrong. In fact "The Chosen One" is a emotional drama that sees Paul find meaning in his tragic life. Paul tries to kill himself early on in the film, and he spends most of the time being depressed. This negative energy does have its effect on the viewers, causing unpleasant surprise and disappointment to people who expected comedy. If you look beyond that, "The Chosen One" has a nice message that priorities in life is not about money, and that there are things that transcend materialism and wealth. I hope "The Chosen One" will be appreciated for a good enlightening drama that it really is.