The 2006 film The Ultimate Gift is about a wealthy young man named Jason Stevens (Drew Fuller) who is in line to inherit his grandfather's multi-billion dollar estate. However, before he can receive his inheritance, Jason must complete 12 tasks that are designed to teach him the true meaning of life.
Jason's grandfather, Howard "Red" Stevens (James Garner), is a tough and demanding man who believes that money is not the most important thing in life. Red wants Jason to learn the value of hard work, compassion, and humility.
The 12 tasks that Jason must complete include:
- Giving away $1 million dollars
- Working in a soup kitchen for a month
- Living on the streets for a week
- Volunteering at a hospice center
- Spending time with a dying child
- Helping a homeless man find a job
- Writing a letter to his mother apologizing for all the pain he has caused her
- Forgiving his father, who died when he was young
- Facing his deepest fear
- Learning a new language
- Performing a selfless act of kindness
- Discovering his true calling in life
As Jason completes each task, he learns more about himself and the world around him. He also begins to develop empathy and compassion for others.
By the end of the film, Jason has transformed into a more mature and responsible person. He realizes that money is not the most important thing in life, and that true happiness comes from giving back to others and living a meaningful life.
The Ultimate Gift is a heartwarming and inspirational film that teaches us the importance of living a life of purpose and compassion. It is a reminder that true wealth is not measured in money, but in the relationships we build and the lives we touch.
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Cast
- Drew Fuller as Jason Stevens
- Bill Cobbs as Mr. Theophilus Hamilton
- Abigail Breslin as Emily Rose Drummond
- Ali Hillis as Alexia Drummond
- Mircea Monroe as Catilin
- Brett Rice as Bill Stevens
- Lee Meriwether as Miss Hastings
- Brian Dennehy as Gus Caldwell
- James Garner as Howard "Red" Stevens
In addition, then Mayor of Charlotte, North Carolina Pat McCrory has a cameo appearance as himself, while Jim Stovall, the author of the book the film is based on, has a cameo as the limo driver near the end of the film.
Director: Michael O. Sajbel
Writers: Cheryl McKay
Box Office Gross: $3,438,735
Distributor: The Bigger Picture
Release Date: March 9, 2007