Not Easily Broken is a soul-stirring film based on the inspirational best-selling novel by T.D Jakes. I watched this movie several times and have an appreciation for the messages it portrays.A cord of 3 strands is not easily broken: husband, wife and God. Clarice is sweet, smart, driven, “got your back” kind of woman and she marries her man, Dave. But, life has a way of trying to knock you down. After a car accident which lands Clarice in the hospital and fighting to walk again, the couple’s affection is severely tested. Clarice’s mum moves in to ‘help’ but this help affects the couple. There is physical temptation, financial pressure and emotional challenges.
The problems that creep into the marriage are:
1. Work – appearance is everything
2. Lack of quality time3. Mother in law: she projected her own marital problems onto her daughter and disrespected her son in law
4. ‘Close’ friend of the opposite sex5. Lack of or poor communication: the blame game or the silent treatment
Who we listen to in our marriage actually matters. Ultimately this couple; Dave and Clarice needed to determine whether or not their vows are easily broken. I really liked the appearance of T.D Jakes and his wife as they were having a meal around a table with another couple as well as the Johnson’s. Much about the Johnson’s marriage is revealed by both verbal and nonverbal communication.
Dave moves out of the house and Clarice confronts her mum. Clarice loves her husband but mum is getting in the way. The movie ends on a happy note where the couple make up and are expecting a baby.
It’s an interesting movie to watch with good points to discuss after. Not forgetting the humour with one of Dave's friends who is in touch with his feminine side just a little too much!!!
Compiled by Molly Manhanga
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