Against All Hope 1982 (Biography, Drama) Michael Madsen, Maureen McCarthy, Cecil Moe | Movie

From despair to deliverance...
Cecil (played by Madsen) is a desperate man; in danger of losing his family, and driven to the edge of suicide by alcoholism. But is rescued by a priest who reaches out to hear his story.
Original title: Against All Hope (1982) AKA: One for the Road
Director: Edward T. McDougal
Writers: Edward T. McDougal, Cecil Moe, Jean Moe,
Stars: Michael Madsen, Maureen McCarthy, Cecil Moe
Genres: Biography, Drama
00:00 Full Movie (with subtitles)
01:34 Struggles with alcoholism, family conflicts, and seeking help from a preacher in a 1982 drama film.
19:42 Family dynamics, struggles, and new beginnings unfold in a rural setting.
22:09 Struggles of a man named Cecil Moe unfold as he faces challenges in work, family, and health.
30:46 Family struggles with alcoholism, leading to ultimatums and tough decisions.
43:50 A man struggles with alcoholism, promises to quit, but faces temptation and relapse, causing family distress.
55:28 Family struggles with financial issues, marital problems, and alcoholism leading to a potential eviction.
1:02:07 A man's life spirals out of control due to financial struggles, addiction, and family issues.
1:12:26 A man finds redemption through faith after a life of struggle and addiction.
1:20:17 A man finds faith and sobriety, leading to a transformed life and hope for his family.
CCC sidenote: Michael Madsen's first film credit. Also it's no coincidence that the main character has the same name as the producer/writer/editor - and cast member.
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Thing about alcoholism is it takes a sheer amount of willpower to resist it since it's so easy to fall into it.

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This is a great film. I really loved it. I didn’t know they were making films like that in the 1980s. Great story. Now I can go back and watch the 12 minute I missed. By the way, it’s much more blind friendly to do a CZcams comment then to try to chat in a live chat. Sorry if most of my messages didn’t get through. 1:30:19

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Michael Madson should’ve played Elvis in a movie 😢

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His best Reservoir Dogs….

[@coldsamon]

Reverend Bird was played by the real Cecil Moe. This movie was based on his life.

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Merci pour le film 😊

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R.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.d.

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Sounds like it’s going to be one of those teensploitation things."😅

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Like literature, acting has become ‘no male authors, nor protagonists…he will be censured out like all ‘male-born.’
Will miss men.

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Easy: Die Another Day

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Terrible acting. Awful movie.