A good history of the midwest.
Added 6/28/2009
We enjoyed the visual accuracy of the film. The farmlands of Nebraska were beautiful. The acting was very good. Worth seeing.
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Wonderful Movie
Added 1/20/2006
This is one of many wonderful movies put out by Hallmark. Thw scenery is beautiful as well. There are several other titles available in their heartwarming tales. You can purchase them at hallmark.com avg. price: $14.98 for DVD. VHS also available.
6 out of 7 people found this helpful.
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A Gripping Tragedy & Love Story
Added 8/2/2005
This is a gripping story that is well acted by all the cast, and is based on the book by Willa Cather. However, this isn't your 'typical' pioneer film. It's very touching, but the ending is very bittersweet. Alexandra's father dies and leaves the farm to her because she is the oldest and has the wisest judgement, even though she is the only girl in the family. Her mother is still alive, but has no interest in the land. Alexandra's brothers listen to her because of their father's command, but sadly really have very little respect for her. Her childhood sweetheart and kindred spirit, Carl, is a budding young artist and leaves town with his family to fulfill his dreams. I found these earlier scenes, played by younger actors to be very sweet and touching. After finding success and making the family rich, Alexandra has to settle issues of her heart when Carl returns 15 years later. She also tries to fulfill a promise to her mother that she will help her youngest brother find a career away from farm life. Sensitive viewers please beware! This is the story of two couples who are separated and are re-united, one ends happily and the other very tragically. I had actually had nightmares after watching this, because it was such a beautiful love story but was rather disturbing in its outcome. Due to the mature storyline of this film & the tragedy, I would not recommend it for younger children. Parents may also find they have to discuss the meaning of adultery, etc. However, I love many of the scenes in this movie which is one reason why the ending was such a disappointment to me. This movie is definitely worthwhile though and has a good message.
11 out of 13 people found this helpful.
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Good literature in a movie!
Added 4/1/2005
I love this movie! it has a wonderful meaning to it, and the acting is superb! This is worth the money BIG time!
5 out of 6 people found this helpful.
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Not worth your money.
Added 2/14/2005
I love Hallmark movies and western type films, but this was disapointing. I thought the story was dull and the only interesting character was the guy who killed the two lovers at the end.
At least he put us out of our misery.
I found it unbelieveable that a strong woman like Alex would fall in love with such a weak and indecive young man.
The camara work was good and some of the locations was beautiful but I wouldn't waste your money. Over all this was a pointless and boring moving.
6 out of 17 people found this helpful.
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A good history of the midwest.
Added 6/28/2009
We enjoyed the visual accuracy of the film. The farmlands of Nebraska were beautiful. The acting was very good. Worth seeing.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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Wonderful Movie
Added 1/20/2006
This is one of many wonderful movies put out by Hallmark. Thw scenery is beautiful as well. There are several other titles available in their heartwarming tales. You can purchase them at hallmark.com avg. price: $14.98 for DVD. VHS also available.
6 out of 7 people found this helpful.
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A Gripping Tragedy & Love Story
Added 8/2/2005
This is a gripping story that is well acted by all the cast, and is based on the book by Willa Cather. However, this isn't your 'typical' pioneer film. It's very touching, but the ending is very bittersweet. Alexandra's father dies and leaves the farm to her because she is the oldest and has the wisest judgement, even though she is the only girl in the family. Her mother is still alive, but has no interest in the land. Alexandra's brothers listen to her because of their father's command, but sadly really have very little respect for her. Her childhood sweetheart and kindred spirit, Carl, is a budding young artist and leaves town with his family to fulfill his dreams. I found these earlier scenes, played by younger actors to be very sweet and touching. After finding success and making the family rich, Alexandra has to settle issues of her heart when Carl returns 15 years later. She also tries to fulfill a promise to her mother that she will help her youngest brother find a career away from farm life. Sensitive viewers please beware! This is the story of two couples who are separated and are re-united, one ends happily and the other very tragically. I had actually had nightmares after watching this, because it was such a beautiful love story but was rather disturbing in its outcome. Due to the mature storyline of this film & the tragedy, I would not recommend it for younger children. Parents may also find they have to discuss the meaning of adultery, etc. However, I love many of the scenes in this movie which is one reason why the ending was such a disappointment to me. This movie is definitely worthwhile though and has a good message.
11 out of 13 people found this helpful.
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