Soul On Fire (7.3/10)

A new biographical drama with a powerful story at its core—but one that never fully reaches its potential. The film has all the ingredients for something memorable, yet its execution ultimately falls short. Where the film struggles most is in its performances and dialogue. The acting is consistently underwhelming, at times some of the weakest in recent memory, which makes it difficult to fully connect with such an emotionally heavy story. The dialogue doesn’t help, often feeling unnatural or overly forced, pulling you out of moments that should carry real weight. That said, John Corbett stands out as a clear exception, delivering a performance that feels grounded and believable amidst an otherwise uneven cast."A biographical drama about John O'Leary, who, at age nine, suffered burns on 100% of his body in a 1987 fire, defying a 0.1% survival chance to live a full life. Based on his memoir, the film follows his painful recovery, highlighting the unwavering support of his family, community, and broadcaster Jack Buck."