DVD Review: When Calls the Heart

When Calls The Heart

DVD Price:                                           $19.98 U.S.
Release Date:                                       November 19^th, 2013
Total Running Time:                              89 minutes

Michael Landon Jr. – Director: Michael Landon Jr., son of the late television legend Michael Landon, has been in the film business for over 25 years. With two of the highest rated films in the history of the Hallmark channel, and several top ten releases targeted to the Christian market, Michael has become known for creating heartfelt, inspiring films that connect to the family. He has developed and/or produced, directed, and written screenplays for Fox, CBS, NBC, Disney, Sony, Lifetime, and others.

My Review:
When Calls the Heart is a beautiful, heartwarming Hallmark movie directed by Michael Landon, Jr., based on the book by Janette Oke (my mother-in-law's favorite author). It is the story of a 22 year old cultured and pampered young teacher in 1910, Elizabeth Thatcher, who received her first teaching post in a coal mining town in the Western Frontier. She struggles with her fears and doubts but at the same time desperately wants to prove to her family that she could survive on her own. Her sister, Julie, doesn't make it any easier, either. The discovery of her aunt's secret diary helps unlock Elizabeth's own courage and determination to leave the comfort of her home and face the adventures and obstacles ahead. Her aunt (also named Elizabeth) was a teacher in a prairie town who had her own struggles and fell in love with a Royal Canadian Mountie. Using her aunt's diary as her guide, inspiration, and encouragement, the young Elizabeth took a step of faith to follow her dream, escorted by Edward, a Royal Canadian Mountie who is her childhood friend.

I enjoyed the movie and I'm glad that it is made into a television series (coming out in 2014). I really like the old-fashioned love story that involves chivalry and gentlemanliness :). The movie is also about overcoming fears, seeing purpose of pain and hardship, trusting God, using your God-given gifts to make a difference in the world, and discovering that "assuming" is to be avoided. Remarkable performances by the cast. Elegant and graceful costumes (modest, too). The special features on the DVD include cool deleted scenes, trailer, and exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the movie. Check out this wonderful family film!

~I received a free copy of this DVD via Edify Media, Inc. in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Comments

Giveaway: Charlie Church Mouse Super Pak

I received this CD-rom, Charlie Church Mouse Super Pak ($19.99 retail price) which is a 3-game set, including Preschool, Kindergarten, and Early Elementary for ages 2-8 from Left Behind Games. I used it once for a review which you can read here . It's still in like-new condition. My youngest child is 9 so I just want to bless another family who has a younger child(ren). At the same time, you would be helping me, too :). Thanks, everyone, who enters my giveaway! To Enter (required) : Click here to rate my book review of Primal by Mark Batterson. You'll need to enter your email address and then click the link in the email they send you after you rank my review in order to verify your email address; otherwise, your vote doesn't count. Please leave a comment here after you verify your email address. Deadline: May 31st at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern time)/8:59 p.m. (Pacific time) This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. Extra entries: 1. Click here to rate my other book revie

When Calls the Heart Season 2 Premiere Review plus Giveaway

UPDATE : The giveaway is over. The winner (randomly chosen using random.org) is Karen Lossing ("Victorianlady8"). Congratulations to Karen! Thanks, everyone, for entering my giveaway! About the series: The series is inspired by Janette Oke’s bestselling book series about the Canadian West. “When Calls the Heart” tells the captivating story of Elizabeth Thatcher (Erin Krakow), a young teacher accustomed to her high society life, who receives her first classroom assignment in Coal Valley, a small coalmining town where life is simple, but often fraught with challenges. Lori Loughlin plays Abigail Stanton, a wife and mother whose husband, the foreman of the mine, along with a dozen other miners, has just been killed in an explosion. The newly widowed women find their faith is tested when they must go to work in the mines to keep a roof over their heads. Elizabeth charms most everyone in Coal Valley, except Constable Jack Thornton (Daniel Lissing) who believes Thatcher’s wealthy

DVD Review and Giveaway: A Mile in His Shoes

A Mile in His Shoes is a family-friendly movie (PG) about a young man diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome (a form of autism) and how his God-given talent (his amazing throwing ability) helps him and others. It's about overcoming challenges in life. It is based on the book "The Legend of Mickey Tussler" (a true story). It's directed by William Dear, the director of "Angels In the Outfield." It stars Dean Cain who plays Arthur Murphy, a baseball coach and Luke Schroder who plays Mickey, the main character. Excellent performances! My family and I enjoyed this movie. It spoke to my heart deeply because one of my kids has symptoms that are similar to Asperger's Syndrome but the doctors diagnosed him with anxiety disorder, instead. My son is very athletic and great with numbers like Mickey. He is also sensitive to noise and crowds like Mickey. When Coach Murphy sees Mickey (a farmer boy) throw apples at a bucket for his pigs, he knows that he has just fo

Fruitbearers

Search This Blog