Unbroken: Path to Redemption (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Unbroken: Path to Redemption is a 2018 biographical drama directed by Harold Cronk, starring Vincenzo Amato as Anthony Zamperini, Bobby Campo and Ali Eagle. It is partly based on Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $6.2 million worldwide on a $6 million budget. Critics gave it 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Harold Cronk
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Pure Flix Entertainment
- Budget
- $6M
- Based on
- Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Unbroken: Path to Redemption About?
The premise of Unbroken: Path to Redemption without spoilers, adapted from Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand.
Following his incredible wartime experiences, Olympian Louis Zamperini struggles to adjust to civilian life, deeply affected by his time as a prisoner of war. He finds love with Cynthia, but their marriage faces challenges as Louis battles inner turmoil and trauma. Seeking help, Cynthia discovers renewed faith and inspiration at a 1949 crusade led by Billy Graham. Can she help Louis confront his past and find peace?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption Themes & Keywords
· 12 tags- christian
- based on true story
- ptsd post traumatic stress disorder
- religion
- world war two
- runner
- evangelical
- inspirational
- alcoholism
- prisoner of war
- 2010s
- christian propaganda
Unbroken: Path to Redemption Cast & Characters
Vincenzo Amato leads the cast as Anthony Zamperini, with Bobby Campo as Pete Zamperini and Ali Eagle as Virginia Zamperini. Directed by Harold Cronk; 20 actors are credited in all.
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Director Harold Cronk
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Vincenzo Amato as Anthony Zamperini - Bobby Campo as Pete Zamperini
- Ali Eagle as Virginia Zamperini
- Maddalena Ischiale as Louise Zamperini
Also Starring in Unbroken: Path to Redemption
· 16 more- Gianna Simone Sylvia Zamperini
- Merritt Patterson Cynthia Applewhite
- Will Graham Billy Graham
- Gary Cole Dr. George Bailey
- Bob Gunton Major Zeigler
- Vanessa Bell Calloway Lila Burkholder
- David DeLuise Howard Lambert
- Andrew Caldwell
- Derek Brandon Chris Johnson
- David Sakurai Watanabe 'The Bird'
- Maddie McCormick Valerie
- James Immekus
- Trisha LaFache
- Allison Bryant
- Lucky Afaratu
- Samuel Caleb Hunt
More from Harold Cronk
More films directed by Harold Cronk, best-rated first: God's Not Dead, God Bless the Broken Road, God's Not Dead 2 and Average Joe.
Unbroken: Path to Redemption Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Unbroken: Path to Redemption 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 39/100, strongest in character & emotion (55) and weakest in art & craft (25).
Unbroken: Path to Redemption Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, the film presents a well-intentioned narrative on faith and forgiveness but is hampered by formulaic execution and uneven craftsmanship. The inspiring central message resonates at moments, yet script and pacing issues undermine broader engagement. Character performances fluctuate between genuine depth and forced sincerity, while technical elements such as cinematography and production design rarely elevate the story. Taken together, the movie offers intermittent insight but falls short of delivering a cohesive and compelling viewing experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 25
In terms of art and craft, the film’s technical execution feels uneven and uninspired. For example, critics repeatedly note the flat cinematography and limited production design that evoke low-budget reenactments. Direction outside a few stylized nightmare sequences often lacks cohesion, and editing choices contribute to jarring temporal leaps. Ultimately, the film’s visual and technical presentation does little to elevate the narrative.
- Character & Emotion 55
When it comes to character and emotion, performances show a mix of earnest effort and uneven delivery. Samuel Hunt and Alexandra Shipp demonstrate some depth in key scenes, while other cast members are described as over-acting or emotionally flat. Moments of genuine connection are overshadowed by false sincerity and shallow interactions. Overall, character work offers intermittent insight but lacks consistent resonance.
- Story & Flow 50
In terms of story and flow, the narrative carries an inspirational premise but unfolds in a formulaic and uneven manner. Observers highlight a moving redemption arc, yet pacing problems and abrupt time jumps undercut engagement. The film’s focus on spiritual conversion comes at the expense of broader biographical context, leading to moments of limited coherence. On balance, the plot holds interest but often feels simplistic and disjointed.
- Sensory Experience 30
When assessing sensory experience, the soundtrack and sound design provide basic support but rarely stand out. Visual style is marked by uninspired cinematography and simplistic production elements, though the hallucination and nightmare sequences offer brief stylistic flair. Sound mixing and musical cues follow predictable rhythms without substantial depth. In sum, the film’s sensory components deliver functional rather than immersive impact.
- Rewatch Factor 35
Regarding rewatch factor, the film’s appeal appears tied to its faith-based message rather than lasting entertainment value. While some viewers may revisit for moments of earnest reflection, the overall formulaic structure and uneven execution diminish motivation for repeated viewings. Limited character development and perfunctory production reduce fresh observations on subsequent watches. Consequently, rewatch potential remains modest outside a niche audience.
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IMDb 5.8 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 40% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 73%
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Metacritic 39 Metascore
User score 4.4
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TMDB 66% User score
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Letterboxd 2.6 /5
5 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.5 /5
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Unbroken: Path to Redemption Box Office & Budget
Unbroken: Path to Redemption grossed $6.2 million worldwide on a $6 million budget, 1.0 times what it cost.
Worldwide gross
$6.2M
1.0× its budget
- US & Canada
- $6.2M
- Budget
- $6M
Unbroken: Path to Redemption Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Unbroken: Path to Redemption | Trailer | Own it on Digital Now. On Blu-ray & DVD 12/11
Cars in Unbroken: Path to Redemption
38 cars on screen, including the 1936 Oldsmobile Six and the 1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible.
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1936 Oldsmobile Six Main role -
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Important role -
1942 Oldsmobile Special Important role -
1948 Buick Roadmaster Minor role
Unbroken: Path to Redemption Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Unbroken 2” and “Invencível: Caminho da Redenção”.
- Also known as
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- Unbroken 2
- Invencível: Caminho da Redenção
- Unbroken: Weg der Vergebung
- Unbroken 2: Weg der Vergebung
- Niezłomny: Droga do odkupienia
- Invincible : Le chemin de la rédemption
- El inquebrantable: Camino hacia la redención
- Invencible (Unbroken) 2
- 永不屈服:救贖之路
- Unbroken: La via della redenzione
- 언브로큰: 패스 투 리뎀션
- Несломленный: Путь к искуплению
+8 more Show fewer
- Boyun Eğmez: Kefaret Yolu
- 坚不可摧:救赎之路
- Незламний: шлях до спокути
- Nezlomný: Cesta vykoupení
- Nezlomný: Cesta vykúpenia
- アンブロークン: パス・トゥ・リデンプション
- לא נשבר: נתיב לגאולה
- Nepalūžęs: Kelias link išgelbėjimo
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Unbroken: Path to Redemption FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Unbroken: Path to Redemption, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Unbroken: Path to Redemption?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Unbroken: Path to Redemption released?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption was released on September 14, 2018.
Who directed Unbroken: Path to Redemption?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption was directed by Harold Cronk.
More films by Harold Cronk Who is in the cast of Unbroken: Path to Redemption?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption stars Vincenzo Amato as Anthony Zamperini, Bobby Campo as Pete Zamperini and Ali Eagle as Virginia Zamperini, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Unbroken: Path to Redemption make at the box office?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption grossed $6.2 million worldwide on a budget of $6 million.
How is Unbroken: Path to Redemption rated?
Unbroken: Path to Redemption has 5.8/10 on IMDb, 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, 39 on Metacritic and 66% on TMDB.
Is Unbroken: Path to Redemption based on a book?
Yes. Unbroken: Path to Redemption is partly adapted from Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand.
Does Unbroken: Path to Redemption have a post-credit scene?
No. Unbroken: Path to Redemption has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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