Why Such a low rating? I liked this film alot.

Totally agree! This movie was AMAZING--the acting, cinematography, music, writing--everything! I am so disappointed that it did not get the proper recognition and respect it deserved. Christopher Thornton and Mark Ruffalo poured their hearts and souls into this project, which took ten years to make.

The story, to me anyway, was so unique and powerful on so many different levels.
And Chris was absolutely mesmerizing in every scene. Those blue eyes! Laura Linney played the part of the "devil" A&R person perfectly, as usual. Mark should be very proud of his directorial debut. It's a beautiful film.

But why didn't it get more buzz?

I doubt it. This is not a "christian" film. Those types of films are always falling all over themselves to sell christianity and are consequently dull as dirt and schmaltzy. This movie was critical of both revivalist christianity (opening scene) and catholicism (priest pandering for donations and then quitting the church when he realized his own failings).

Yeah, I just got done watching it as well and thought it wasn't fair to give it such a low rating. I thought it was wonderful.