Surprised by Oxford

SURPRISED BY OXFORD WILL BE AVAILABLE TO RENT OR BUY FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER. Step inside the beauty of Oxford University and discover a timeless story about asking life’s big questions. Directed by Ryan Whitaker.

Caro Drake, a brilliant but emotionally guarded American student, arrives at the University of Oxford with the goal of attaining her PhD. Through a turbulent friendship with a charming young man, she begins to open herself up to mystery, vulnerability, and love.

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MY REVIEW: 
Caro Drake (Rose Reid) had a turbulent childhood, but it made her more determined to achieve academic success. Receiving a full academic scholarship to Oxford University was a dream come true, and one that led her to where she never expected to go...into a faith she had dismissed as childish.

This journey also led her to a fellow American in Oxford who happened to be a devout Christian. Kent Weber (Ruairi O'Connor), also known as TDH, patiently pursued her as a love interest but was one of the main people who helped teach Carolyn that faith and intellectual facts are not opposite. Surprised by Oxford explores Christianity on a more intellectual level than many faith-related films which appeals to those who may not be reached by the average Christian film.

The movie is based on the memoir of Carolyn Weber, Surprised by Oxford. Of course, the title of the film is a nod to the book, Surprised by Joy by C.S. Lewis... another Oxford scholarship recipient who discovered his faith in Christianity as an adult. Overall, it's a good film. There are a couple of PG-13 type swear words and adult situations spoken of, but nothing that merits a warning. See it for yourself at Surprised-by-Oxford

Giveaway: A free Vimeo download code to watch the film (Note: This is limited to US winners only.) Please submit your full name and email address by 11/22/23 using #SurprisedByOxfordMIN

Disclosure: Many thanks to Evolve Studios for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.