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Stolen Summer (2002)

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Reviews Counted:57

Fresh:20

Rotten:37

Average Rating:5/10

Consensus: Stolen Summer feels like a sugary after-school special stretched out to feature length.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] for thematic elements and language

Runtime: 1 hr 33 mins

Genre: Comedies

Theatrical Release:Mar 22, 2002 Limited

Box Office: $119,841

Synopsis: After being selected as the winner of the PROJECT GREENLIGHT screenwriting contest, Pete Jones got the chance to make his script, STOLEN SUMMER, into a film while an HBO crew taped the process for... After being selected as the winner of the PROJECT GREENLIGHT screenwriting contest, Pete Jones got the chance to make his script, STOLEN SUMMER, into a film while an HBO crew taped the process for a reality TV series. The film tells the story of an Irish Catholic boy, Pete (Adi Stein), growing up in 1976 Chicago. Pete becomes concerned that, as one nun at school has repeatedly told him, he's going to go to hell. He decides that the way into heaven is to convert Jews to Catholicism and makes that his mission. The understanding Rabbi Jacobsen (Kevin Pollak) appreciates Pete's interest in religion and encourages Pete on his "quest." Their lives are further intertwined when a fire breaks out at the rabbi's house, and Pete's father, Joe (Aidan Quinn), a fireman, saves the life of the rabbi's son, Danny (Mike Weinberg). Danny and Pete become friends and think up ways for Danny to be accepted into heaven. STOLEN SUMMER demonstrates Jones' genuine talent as a filmmaker, particularly in the strong performances, while his moving script captures a boy's perspective on friendship and religious belief. STOLEN SUMMER was produced by actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, co-creators of PROJECT GREENLIGHT. [More]

Starring: Adi Stein, Mike Weinberg, Aidan Quinn, Kevin Pollak

Starring: Adi Stein, Mike Weinberg, Aidan Quinn, Kevin Pollak, Bonnie Hunt, Eddie Kaye Thomas, Brian Dennehy, Ryan Kelley, Lindsay Light

Director: Pete Jones

Director: Pete Jones
Screenwriter: Pete Jones
Producer: Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Chris Moore, Patrick Peach
Composer: Danny Lux
Studio: Miramax Films

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  • Stolen Summer
  • Here's the big screen motion picture that fan's of HBO's hit series PROJECT GREENLIGHT eagerly waited to see! From producers Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Chris Moore, STOLEN SUMMER is the touching story of a young Catholic boy, Peter O'Malley, who's on a quest to help a dying Jewish friend, Danny Jacobsen, get into heaven. On an unforgettable adventure marked by conflict and discovery, Pete and Danny will together learn the true meaning of hope and friendship! With Aidan Quinn (LEGENDS OF THE FALL) and Kevin Pollak (THE USUAL SUSPECTS) portraying the families' patriarchs, this critically acclaimed feature also stars Brian Dennehy (TOMMY BOY), Bonnie Hunt (THE GREEN MILE), and Eddie Kaye Thomas (AMERICAN PIE 1 & 2) in an outstanding all-star cast!
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    03/26/09
    David Rooney
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    The background and conditions under which this film (part of HBO's Proejct Greenlight) was produced and documented (with step-by-step accuracy, humor, and cynicism, and self-importance) overshadow by far its underwhelming artistic merits; it's a clunker

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    07/21/05
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    A nice film with some really great actors

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    05/06/05
    Clint Morris
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    Not nearly as entertaining as the behind-the-scenes stories.

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    04/03/05
    Scott Weinberg
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    02/25/04
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    02/01/04
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    ...an affable slice-of-life tale.

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    08/01/03
    David Nusair
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    The young stars are too cute; the story and ensuing complications are too manipulative; the message is too blatant; the resolutions are too convenient.

    Full Review Source: Apollo Guide | comment Comment
    12/31/02
    Ryan Cracknell
    Ryan Cracknell
    Apollo Guide

    Jones has delivered a solidly entertaining and moving family drama.

    Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment Comment
    12/08/02
    Chris Gore
    Chris Gore
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    Debut effort by "Project Greenlight" winner is sappy and amateurish.

    Full Review Source: Netflix | comment Comment
    11/07/02
    James Rocchi
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    11/06/02
    Jeff Strickler
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    A period story about a Catholic boy who tries to help a Jewish friend get into heaven by sending the audience straight to hell.

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    09/23/02
    Manohla Dargis
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    08/09/02
    Robert Denerstein
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    A sweet, engaging family story about the nature of faith and the power of youthful innocence.

    Full Review Source: Journal News (Westchester, NY) | comment Comment
    07/15/02
    Marshall Fine
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