I had the pleasure of viewing this movie several weeks ago and loved it. The story of young love being torn apart is not unfamiliar, but there are a variety of ways to relate a tale. A young girl, who has a troubled family life, begins a fascination with Joan Of Arc. At a very young age, she and the boy she loves agree to remain pure until they can marry on her 18th birthday. Although he mysteriously has to leave, Sarah continues her vow to wait for him. Of course, this makes her an even greater temptation for the high school boys. However, both her aloofness and her visions also make her an object of ridicule among many of her peers. The arrival of a new boy in school does cause Sarah some conflict though as she finds herself being drawn to him despite her vow to wait for her first love. I was impressed with both the storyline and with the acting. Benjamin Dane's portrayal of a Catholic priest, who is Sarah's confidante and adviser, is very well played. The message of purity is also a very welcome, especially when compared with many of the films promoted for teenagers today.
Review of Echoes of Innocence
