Doug Dearth’s compassionate documentary Getting To The Point does just that: in half an hour, Dearth allots time to share the stories of two families, both of whom have had children diagnosed with cancer, and their healing, particularly by means of acupuncture. Immediately speaking, the thoroughness of Dearth’s nonfiction narrative shines through, even with the time budget of 30 minutes. Convincingly, however, he successfully tells two stories around one universal theme of hope in the world.

What is more is that Dearth intends to integrate the principles of eastern and western medicine to achieve this healing, never abiding to why one might be “bad” or “better.” The film seamlessly merges these two unique ideas of medicine together, showing us how we can be accepting of other practices, all in the name of betterment.

Brisk yet inspiring, Getting To The Point is a thoughtful film. Dove is proud to award it with approval for All Ages.