🎥 Reach Me (2014)
Reach Me (2014) is a drama film about inspiration, redemption, and second chances, centered on a mysterious self-help book that changes the lives of everyone who reads it.
The story begins when a best-selling motivational book titled “Reach Me” becomes a viral sensation. The book, written by a reclusive and unknown author who goes by the name Teddy Raymond (Tom Berenger), offers a message of courage, forgiveness, and taking control of one’s destiny. Its words begin to ripple through Los Angeles, touching the lives of a diverse group of strangers — each struggling with personal demons.
Among them are Wilson (Kyra Sedgwick), a troubled ex-con trying to rebuild her life; Jack Burns (Sylvester Stallone), a gruff editor and media mogul with a passion for art who publishes the book; Eryk (Terry Crews), a tough cop torn between duty and faith; Augustus (Omari Hardwick), a motivational speaker facing moral doubts; and Roger (Kevin Connolly), a journalist determined to uncover the true identity of the mysterious author.
As these interconnected characters navigate their fears and regrets, the book’s message begins to influence their decisions — urging them to confront their pasts and pursue new beginnings. Eventually, their paths cross, leading to emotional revelations about truth, healing, and human connection.
Although Reach Me carries an uplifting theme about self-discovery and personal growth, it received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics, who felt the story was overly sentimental and uneven. However, it remains notable for its ensemble cast, which also includes Danny Aiello, Thomas Jane, Lauren Cohan, Kelsey Grammer, and Tom Sizemore.
Stallone’s role as Jack Burns is small but symbolic — he represents the artistic and philosophical side of the movie, reminding the audience that belief and self-expression can inspire others.
