The Other Side of Heaven (2001)

The Other Side of Heaven: Directed by Mitch Davis. With Christopher Gorham, Anne Hathaway, Joe Folau, Nathaniel Lees. John Groberg, a farm kid from Idaho Falls, crosses an ocean to become a missionary in the remote and exotic Tongan islands during the 1950s.

“I have yet to catch all of the movie on TMC but I have seen about 7/8ths of it. Itu0026#39;s funny, sharp, very interesting and easy to watch. I found myself laughing and crying with the character. Being based on a true story makes it even more fun to watch. The movie sure does explain more about what a missionary goes through. What a life this man had! He was truly blessed. This movie was a great find. The main actor was magnificent in the role and his portrayal made the movie even greater. The locations were like heaven on earth. The main character had to overcome local prejudice against missionaries, his total removal from worldly possessions, his fears of becoming an elephant (see the movie he explains this) and his loneliness for his wife to be are just a few of his challenges. According to his church elders he must first finish his missionary role before he can marry his true love. This is one rule he is determined never to break. The fellowship and eventual closeness he enjoys with the natives proves to be a grand learning experience for both him and his new friends. u0026quot;The Other Side of Heavenu0026quot; is a must see for anybody.”