The Unbreakable Boy
When Scott and Teresa LeRette learn that their son Austin is both autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry for their son’s future. But with Scott’s growing faith and Austin’s incredible spirit, they become 'unbreakable', finding joy, gratitude, and courage even in the most trying times.
Critics Sentiment
The family discovers climbing proverbial mountains together brings blessings
Scott's alcoholism becomes apparent as he struggles to cope
The film swings from Scott's lowest point dealing with alcoholism (6.5) to the family's peak moment of unity and discovering blessings through their struggles together (9.1).
The Unbreakable Boy follows a clear emotional arc from initial parental fears through personal struggles to ultimate triumph. While some reviewers criticized the focus on the father's journey over Austin's story, most found the film genuinely moving and inspiring. The sentiment builds steadily as Austin's joyful nature transforms his family, with the strongest emotional moments coming when the family learns to face challenges together and discovers the power of unconditional love.
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Zachary Levi
Scott LeRette
Meghann Fahy
Teresa LeRette
Jacob Laval
Austin LeRette
Drew Powell
Joe
Gavin Warren
Logan LeRette
Patricia Heaton
Marcia
Todd Terry
Dick
Liza Marie Gonzalez
Delivery Doctor
Arianne Martin
Nurse
Kurt Yue
OI Doctor
Eric Starkey
Justice
Roy Jackson Miller
Austin LeRette (18 mo / 2 yr)
Kellen Martelli
Austin LeRette (4 yr / 5 yr)
Bruce Davis
Autism Specialist
Peter Facinelli
Preacher Rick
Pilot Bunch
Tyler
Kelsey Griswold
Concerned Nurse
Tyrone Betters
Miles
Katie O'Dell
Teacher
Jason Daniel
Psych War Doctor
Crew
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