Saving Grace (1998)
Blessings Come In Disguise
Grace is a homeless teenager. She befriends an unemployed carpenter and he invites her to share his flat. She moves in and to her surprise a delicate relationship develops. He helps her repair her shattered self-esteem and she begins to feel loved and secure. But then she discovers his secret - he tells her he is Jesus Christ.
Director: Costa Botes
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 91 min
Release Date: October 18, 1998
Cast
- Kirsty Hamilton - Grace Kelly Cuthbertson
- Jim Moriarty - Gerald Hutchinson
- Denise O'Connell - Grace's mother
- James Moriarty - Young Gerald
- Tina Cleary - Receptionist
- Wairere Barnsley - Sister
- Phil Grieve - Truck Driver
Screenplay
- Duncan Sarkies (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Sean O'Donnell
Editing: Michael Horton
Production: New Zealand Film Commission
Country: New Zealand
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Faith, Religion and Spirituality
Keywords
suicide, delusion, murder, religion, street kid
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Saving Grace about?
- Grace is a homeless teenager. She befriends an unemployed carpenter and he invites her to share his flat. She moves in and to her surprise a delicate relationship develops. He helps her repair her shattered self-esteem and she begins to feel loved and secure. But then she discovers his secret - he tells her he is Jesus Christ.
- Who directed Saving Grace?
- Saving Grace was directed by Costa Botes.
- Who stars in Saving Grace?
- Saving Grace stars Kirsty Hamilton, Jim Moriarty, Denise O'Connell, James Moriarty, Tina Cleary, Wairere Barnsley.
- How long is Saving Grace?
- Saving Grace has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
- What genre is Saving Grace?
- Saving Grace is a Drama film.
- Where was Saving Grace produced?
- Saving Grace was produced in New Zealand.
- What are the themes of Saving Grace?
- The themes of Saving Grace include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Faith, Religion and Spirituality.