Love Comes Softly
by Michael Landon Jr.
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Actor: Corbin Bernsen, Dale Midkiff, Katherine Heigl, Skye McCole Bartusiak, Theresa RussellDirector: Michael Landon Jr.
Brand: HEIGL,KATHERINE
Writer: Michael Landon Jr.
Producer: Brian Gordon
Producer: Faye Schwab
Producer: H. Daniel Gross
Producer: Kevin Bocarde
Writer: Cindy Kelley
Writer: Janette Oke
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround; English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 84 minutes
Published: 2004-09-01
DVD Release Date: 2004-09-14
Audience Rating: Unrated
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Movie Reviews of Love Comes Softly
Movie Review: Warm Family Film
Summary: 5 Stars
Since substantive TV shows such as Christy, Little House on the Prairie and Touched by an Angel no longer exist, there aren't many options for family oriented viewing. This warm and wonderful film from Hallmark Entertainment and Faith and Values Media is a huge exception. Based on a book by Janette Oke and adapted to film by Cindy Kelley and Michael Landon Jr., who also directed, this film fills the void left on television now that the aforementioned have passed into TV heaven.
Beautifully shot by James Wren in various areas of California, it is warm and touching, and has humor as well. It seems to be nothing special for the first 15 minutes or so, but becomes much more as time goes by. Sometimes love is not fireworks, but something that comes softly, and that exact statement from this Hallmark presentation could be said to apply to the film itself. This is a film the entire family can enjoy, but it also has substance and an important message given in a quiet and unobtrusive manner.
Katherine Heigl is terrific as the young bride, Marty, heading west with her new husband to make a life. She has brought her books and dresses to remind her of the culture she is leaving behind. A world of opportunity is in front of the young couple until a tragic accident takes the life of her husband before their dreams together can be realized. Dale Midkiff is also quite good as the young widower, Clark, with a daughter in need of more than her father can provide for her. Clark strikes a bargain with the heartbroken Marty and a marriage of convenience ensues. In the spring, Marty will return to her home back east at Clark's expense. The young loving father Clark will give his daughter what she needs and Marty will have a home and shelter through the winter, as well as passage back home once the blossoms arrive.
You have probably guessed the rest, but this story is told with warmth and humor, and is engrossing. Skye McCole Bartusiak gives a memorable performance as Clark's young daughter, Missie, a tomboy who misses her mother more than she lets on. She and Marty clash at first, of course, but one of Marty's dresses will bring them closer and be the bridge to a bond between the two. Numb at first, Marty slowly feels a warmth again, not realizing that love is different every time you feel it. It is Theresa Russell as her kind and wise neighbor who will open her eyes to just what is happening. Russell is excellent in a role that is quite unexpected and far removed from her usual ones. Corbin Bernsen is also good in his brief time as Russell's second husband, whom she loves dearly.
There is some wholesome humor, such as Marty attempting to make fried chicken from scratch, and a scene where Clark accidentally walks in on Marty taking a bath. The latter is quite hilarious, Clark ending up out cold on the floor in an attempt to escape! A skunk in the barn will also bring some chuckles.
But there is a tenderness here also. Marty's young husband has left her a gift to remember her by. As she is won over by Clark's quiet goodness and his understanding, and spring approaches, she must decide which direction to take her life. A conversation with Clark during "church" will help her come to terms with all that has happened and help her to make her decision. Her happiness is fleeting, however, dashed when Clark does not get her note and is reluctant to ask her to stay, afraid her answer will hurt him more than her leaving.
This is a warm and wonderful film I came across through a friend's recommendation. It is tender, funny, and substantive. This is one film the entire family can enjoy together and I highly recommend it also. Those who miss this type of entertainment on television will hold this one dear.
Summary of Love Comes Softly
A young woman recently widowed on the American frontier agrees to a marriage of convenience for survival and finds love.Genre: Feature Film-Drama
Rating: UN
Release Date: 22-FEB-2005
Media Type: DVD
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