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Provident Music Distribution Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD

A role model for today! Academy Award-winner Cuba Gooding, Jr., stars in the riveting true story of world-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon Ben Carson. Discover how Dr. Carson's own struggle to overcome poverty and learning problems---with the encouragement of a loving mother---inspired him to treat impoverished children from all over the world. As seen on TNT. Rated PG-13. Approx. 90 minutes.

DVD Features:
  • Behind the Scenes of Gifted Hands
  • Triumph and Inspiration: The Journey of Dr. Ben Carson
  • English and French Subtitles
  • Widescreen
  • Closed Captions
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Customer Reviews for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
Review 1 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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True story. Inspiring-A must see for all ages!

Date:May 3, 2013
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Puppi
Age:55-65
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A true story of a modern day role model. A story of overcoming odds, becoming better instead of bitter. A truly inspiring movie that is a must see for all ages.
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Review 2 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD

Date:March 22, 2013
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John Andrew
Location:Long Island, NY
Age:Over 65
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This is a very well presented and compelling adaptation of Dr. Ben Carson's biography of the same name. Here the cast captures the essence of the God driven, Christ centered, amazing story of the fatherless, angry, impoverished Ben Carson's rise from that "deprived" childhood to becoming one of the most accomplished surgeons and Americans in our country and the world's history. Here, the love, faith and determination of Ben's faith driven mother formed a foundation for the living proof of Ephesians 3:20, "[He] is able to do exceedingly, abundantly above all we ask or think, according to the power that works in us." Parents/Grandparents, show this to your children/grandchildren and have them read the book (I did).
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Review 3 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Date:February 13, 2013
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Dee Dee
Location:B.C.
Age:55-65
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This was an excellent movie - have watched it three times with different family members, and would still watch it again!
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Review 4 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Date:September 25, 2012
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ERNIE D
Location:CT
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PRAISE GOD for Dr. Carson and this video; thank you one and all!
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Review 5 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Incredibly Inspiring

Date:August 10, 2012
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cdlink
Location:Burlington, ON
Age:35-44
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I have been inspired as a parent, and my daughter who was struggling in school was also encouraged by this movie. Everyone I've lent this movie to has loved it!
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Review 6 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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This is a great DVD movie

Date:June 20, 2012
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Linda Simson
Location:Ventura, CA
Age:55-65
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This DVD is very well done, good acting, and a great production. It is especially moving because it is a true story. I bought the autobiography of the Doctors life and the movie brings out the jewels of his life story in such a way that it is truly entertaining. Thankfully they do not show a lot of the gore of the surgeries. I recommend this movie to anyone and everyone.
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Review 7 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Well done

Date:May 29, 2012
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Fred
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While this is not an evangelistic movie per se, it does show how faith is important for Carson who has some remarkable achievements.
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Review 8 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Love It!

Date:April 7, 2012
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Landalake
Location:Southfield MI
Age:55-65
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I really enjoyed watching this movie. The actors are great!
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Review 9 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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amazing and inspirational

Date:March 2, 2012
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jessayres1
Location:league city, texas
Age:18-24
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This movie is one of the most powerful I have ever seen and I love that it is based on a true story. Cuba Gooding, Jr. at his best!
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Review 10 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Inspiring movie

Date:January 6, 2012
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phoophoo
Location:Wyoming
Age:55-65
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We were so pleased with this movie that we bought more to give away. It was so inspiring and encouraging. The mom and wife were such encouraging women. I highly recommend this movie.
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Review 11 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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excellent movie

Date:January 1, 2012
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CDLJW
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This was an encouraging and inspiring movie that the whole family enjoyed.
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Review 12 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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This is an excellent product.

Date:December 20, 2011
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mumm
Location:Plum Coulee, MB
Age:35-44
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Our family really enjoyed this DVD. We were inspired by the perseverance of the characters, and appreciative of the excellent acting in the show.
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Review 13 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Fantastic teaching tool

Date:December 5, 2011
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Lynn
Location:British Columbia, Canada
Age:35-44
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I have read the novel, "Gifted Hands" to my students for a number of years. This was the first year I did it as a class novel study with my fourth graders. They loved it! I had boys who never enjoy reading eagerly anticipating reading class. The book is filled with so many life lessons that could be applied to grade 4 and up. Though Ben is a Christian the book is not "preachy" and could easily be use in most public schools. It is well worth consideration for class use by teachers. The movie was the icing on the cake for my students. I was particularly impressed with how true the movie was to the novel.
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Review 14 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Excellent movie for the youth!

Date:December 2, 2011
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Aurum
Location:Canada
Age:Over 65
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This movie is excellent for showing to young people as a role model especially to those who are failing in school. The life of Ben Carson gives encouragement for success. Great movie!
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Review 15 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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One of the greatest movies I've ever seen!

Date:November 21, 2011
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Donna
Location:Dauphin
Age:45-54
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This was so inspirational. Filled with great love and compassion!
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Review 16 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Date:November 9, 2011
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Alexia
Age:18-24
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I just love the message in this movie. Touching and encouraging!!
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Review 17 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Dreams can be reached.

Date:April 16, 2011
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Ganny
Location:Pennsylvania
Age:55-65
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Very good movie for a family to watch. A true story that shows compassion, dedication, and love blending to illustrate dreams can come true. A doctor who practices with humility and kindness, giving God credit for his gifted hands, Ben Carson's story is heartfelt and one to be remembered.
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Review 18 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Awesome Movie

Date:April 1, 2011
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Kimberly Doyle
Age:45-54
Gender:female
My husband and I loved, loved, loved this movie. I recommend it to everyone. This movie is so inspiring and based on a true story. It focuses on the desire to achieve for the good of others while trusting in God for the strength and guidance. Great movie!
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Review 19 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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Very good movie, must see.

Date:March 29, 2011
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duddlebug
Location:South Carolina
Age:45-54
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I wish that movies like this one could be viewed in our public schools. Children need to know that they can become what they want to be, by putting in the work to study. So that their living circumstances, does not effect their future.
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Review 20 for Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, DVD
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This is a very inspirational story

Date:March 25, 2011
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Mark Woods
Location:Winnipeg, MB
Age:55-65
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We showed this video at a family film night at our church which includes people from ages 8 to 80. Everyone enjoyed it. What I found interesting was how inspirational it was to the children (around age 10 - 12). I could just imagine this video motivating some of them to pursue medicine as a career with the intention of helping others.
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