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THE SHORT GAME

"God’s Plan Guiding Us to the Green"

Family Content: +1 Moderately questionable elements. (Discernment required for young children.)
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THE SHORT GAME follows a struggling high school golfer named Jeremy and his attempt to win a golf scholarship at the State Championship. With the help of his friend, his game improves. His autistic little brother, Ethan, tends to get in the way. One day, while playing a round of golf, Jeremy brings Ethan along and finds out he is an outstanding caddie, giving the best possible advice. With a newfound appreciation for his brother and family, Jeremy has Ethan be his caddie for the State Championship in his attempt to compete for a scholarship.

THE SHORT GAME is a touching movie. However, the quality could be better with inconsistent visuals, varying levels of acting, and a predictable storyline. Yet, cliches don't take away from the powerful message. THE SHORT GAME has a great redemptive worldview showcased by Jeremy's journey from dissociating with his family to embracing them. It also contains multiple mentions of scripture, conversations with pastors, and many discussions about Heaven. Ultimately, this movie is worthwhile, requiring discernment for young children.

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Dominant Worldview and Other Worldview Content/Elements:
A strong Christian and Biblical worldview with multiple instances of family prayer, references to God and Heaven. They have scenes where they quote scripture and a service at a church. There is a strong focus on family and redemption;

Foul Language:
Four obscenities, with three instances of the “A” word and 1 “D” word. A character calls an autistic person an “idiot”.

Violence:
A golfer throws his club at his caddie, then smacks his hand. The protagonist throws a basketball at his friend on a motorcycle;

Sex:
No sex;

Nudity:
No nudity;

Alcohol Use:
No alcohol use;

Smoking and/or Drug Use and Abuse:
No smoking or drugs; and,

Miscellaneous Immorality:
The protagonist lashes out multiple times to his family regarding his autistic brother. Instances of speeding and reckless driving as well as gambling and bribery.

More Detail:

THE SHORT GAME is a movie following a struggling golfer trying to obtain a scholarship by winning the State Championship, while juggling family pressure and caring for his younger autistic brother, Ethan. The movie opens with our protagonist, Jeremy, practicing his golf swing as Ethan watches. While practicing, Jeremy’s friend and teammate Tommy drives up to his house. As they chat, we learn that Jeremy has been struggling with golf for the past two years.

Jeremy won the state championship as a freshman but experienced a sophomore slump, followed by another disappointing season during his junior year. Now he’s a senior looking to win a golf scholarship. To add to the pressure, a girl named Carly is filming a documentary of Jeremy’s senior season, filming his first match against Jeremy’s rival, Bruce, who will go to any lengths to win.

Jeremy’s focus shifts toward the last match. Due to the team’s loss, he must compete in the State Championship solo. The stress causes Jeremy to want to throw away his achievements before his dad gives him a pep talk. Jeremy decides to take Ethan golfing with him.

Once there, Jeremy discovers Ethan is an outstanding caddie, giving the best possible advice. With a newfound appreciation for his brother’s gifts, Jeremy asks Ethan to be his caddie for the State Championship in his attempt to compete for a scholarship. When his opponent, Bruce, and his father file complaints about Ethan during the State Championship, Jeremy must look within himself and choose between achieving his goal or supporting Ethan.

THE SHORT GAME is a touching movie. However, the quality could be better with inconsistent visuals, varying levels of acting, and a predictable storyline. Yet, cliches don’t take away from the powerful message. THE SHORT GAME has a great redemptive worldview showcased by Jeremy’s journey from dissociating with his family to embracing them. It also contains multiple instances of scripture, conversations with pastors, and many discussions about Heaven. Ultimately, this movie is worthwhile, requiring discernment for young children.


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