Happy Labor Day weekend, everyone, as we transition from August to September!
Whether you're on vacation, have special plans, or spending time at home, I hope you all find some time to unwind a little and relax over this holiday weekend.
If you're enjoying some downtime, I've noted below Two New Movie Premieres on Great American Family and the Hallmark Channel, Marathons, and More airing on this 3-Day Labor Day Weekend, including two special airings of "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" and the season one finale of "Blue Ridge: The Series"!
See all of the details below...
Saturday, August 31, 2024:
Storyline: When an entitled influencer loses everything, she must humbly trust God to understand what the meaning of true influence is. Desperate, she takes a job at a homeless shelter only so she has a place to lay her head and quickly realizes the joy and purpose that comes from serving others.
Premieres Saturday, August 31, 2024
at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family
Movie Review:
🌟 Divine Influencer – (streamed through Great American Pure Flix)
At first, the main girl, Olivia ‘Liv’ Golden (portrayed by Actress, Lara Silva), is rather conceited and self-centered as a social media influencer, but when she loses her apartment and ends up working and living at the local homeless shelter – we begin to see the incredible influence this has on her life as she opens up to caring for others and discovers a renewed sense of faith.
Overall, the entire cast is spectacular and the production quality is excellent. It was also nice to see Jesse Metcalfe have a role in this, as well, in the supporting cast.
This inspirational, family-friendly movie is heartfelt, humorous, and uplifting! ~Net
Saturday, August 31, 2024:
Storyline: A suburban girl at heart, Addison (Dalton), is off to prove herself in the world of high-end fashion footwear when she lands a life-changing internship at an Upper East Side studio leading up to the star-studded New York Fashion Week. Addison is determined to hold onto her integrity and her family values while struggling to balance it all and forge a path to success and romance, although she may fall head over heels while trying to make her dreams come true.
Premieres Saturday, August 31, 2024
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel
Sunday, September 1, 2024:
Season Finale
Storyline: Justin's world is rocked when his ex-wife and daughter are held hostage at the Blue Ridge police station by an angry army veteran. Desperate to keep his family safe, Justin surrenders his gun and locks himself in with the hostages.
Season Finale
Airs Sunday, September 1, 2024
at 9pm/8c. on INSP
Programming Notes:
Great American Family:
Saturday's highlights - Passport to Love, An Autumn Romance, Prescription for Love, Divine Influencer, Mr. Manhattan
Sunday's highlights - The Winter Palace, A Royal Seaside Romance, Swing into Romance, Divine Influencer
Monday - Columbo marathon
The Hallmark Channel will begin September with a “Fan Favorites Movie Marathon” on Sunday and Monday.
Sunday's highlights - A Country Wedding, Winter Love Story, The Perfect Catch, Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Vows We Have Made, The Color of Rain
Monday's highlights - All of My Heart, Loves Takes Flight, Winter Castle, It Was Always You, Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters
"Signed, Sealed, Delivered" will have two special airings on the Hallmark Channel over the Labor Day Holiday Weekend!
"Signed, Sealed, Delivered: The Vows We Have Made"
Airs: Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 8/7c
"Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters"
Airs: Monday, Labor Day, September 2, 2024 at 9/8c
Hallmark Mystery:
Saturday - Curious Caterer Mysteries Movie Marathon and Nelly Knows Mysteries: A Fatal Engagement encore
Sunday- Crossword Mysteries Movie Marathon
Monday - Psych Marathon
UPtv:
Saturday - Love's Sweet Recipe, Soldiers's Love Story, Love on Trend, Love Stories in Sunflower Valley, Love by Accident
Sunday- Love's Match, Brimming with Love, A Kiss at Midnight
Monday - Reba Marathon
Even though Labor Day weekend is usually considered the last hurrah of Summer, technically, Summer doesn't officially end this year until September 22nd. So... whether you're trying to soak up the rest of Summer as long as you can or you're ready to transition into Fall, September is the perfect time to do both!
Please note: I haven't pre-screened the new Hallmark movie, Head Over Heels. If you'd like to post a review on whether this film is family-friendly, please share in comments below.
Caution: The season one finale of "Blue Ridge: The Series" contains violence and intense situations that are unsuitable for young children. The series is known for the justice and redemption of its characters and moral values; however, this episode is better suited for a mature audience. In case you haven't heard, season 2 of "Blue Ridge: The Series" is coming next year! (see details here)
Recommend: I've seen Great American Family's new movie, Divine Influencer, and having thoroughly enjoyed this humorous and inspiring story, I highly recommend it. Please see my movie review above for my complete take on this film. This movie is ideal for the entire family!
Happy Labor Day Weekend!
Blessings to You All!
Net
☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT: ☀️
Come to me,
all who labor and are heavy laden,
and I will give you rest."
—Matthew 11:28
Will be watching Divine Influencer on Great American Family. The 4 Pure Flix movies that have aired already all have been so good. I am hoping that they will air more Pure Flix movies after The Engagement Plan airs.
ReplyDeleteGigi, I hope you enjoy "Divine Influencer"! I would love to hear your thoughts on it, if you have a chance to share over Labor Day weekend.
DeleteI agree; the Pure Flix presentations have all been wonderful! I've truly enjoyed these faith-based, inspirational films.
The next four movies premiering on Great American Family have all first premiered on Pure Flix, but these films aren't faith related.
Love's Second Act - September 14, 2024
Love at the Ranch - September 21, 2024
Mystery By the Book - September 28, 2024
The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker - October 5, 2024
From what I've seen on social media, GAF has received excellent feedback on the previous Pure Flix movies they have aired on Saturday nights, so I wouldn't be surprised, at all, if they air more of these types of movies in the future.
Have a wonderful weekend! Net
Are there more movies in September 2024 & October 2024?
DeleteThey could add more movies as such A’s Sister Dating Swap
When I saw Soldier Love Story on DVDs at Walmart (Faith & Family film) a longtime ago? It’s supposed to be Hallmark movie under the movie titled Meet My Mom but no wonder they changed to Soldier Love Story.
ReplyDeleteMeet My Mom was aired on Hallmark Channel in 2010 but they changed the movie titled Soldier Love Story on UPTV
Meet My Mom was aired on Hallmark Channel when I saw Soldier Love Story DVDs at Walmart & then Soldier Love Story aired on UPTV
Starring Lordy Loughlin
Meet My Mom was originally titled for Soldier Love Story
That's right! The title of this movie has changed since it first premiered on the Hallmark Channel.
DeleteSince this movie originally aired before Mother's Day in 2010, the network gave it the title, "Meet My Mom."
When the movie came out on DVD, the title was then changed to "Soldier Love Story."
I personally think "Soldier Love Story" is a much better title, since it honors our military.
If you like, you can see images of this movie and my review from when it first premiered, here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2009/09/soldiers-love-story.html
I just recorded this one! I plan to watch it this week. I love Lori Loughlin so I was happy to see an older movie with her that I haven’t seen.
Delete~Paula
The “ Divine Influencer” and “Head over Heels” both look really good so I’ll be recording both and watching at some point over the weekend. I hear you Net, I feel like it’s still summer over here in central CA where we are because we just can’t get out of the triple digits! Im excited to be entering September though, one step closer to fall 😊
ReplyDeleteWe are doing something exciting this weekend- we are surprising our 6 year old with a puppy! Our first family pet. I had a mini Pomeranian when I was a teenager and I know how much work it is to have a pet, especially an indoor one so I’m a little nervous 😳 but she has been asking forever and I know her and our son who is 3 will love it. I wish I could post a photo on here to show you guys the puppy. So she was in love with this cute show called “Fancy Nancy” when she was 2 years old & we still watch it now and then. Nancy had a poodle so she has always liked them and that’s what we are getting her, but a toy poodle so it’s supposed to stay small 😊
~Paula
Paula, It's been terribly hot with high humidity here in the Midwest, too. I hear relief is coming soon, though. We sure need it! This Summer has been a scorcher. I sure hope cooler temps will be coming your way, as well.
DeleteHow fun that you are getting a poodle! They are absolutely adorable! Dear friends from our church had one when I was younger, and I loved going over to their house to play with it. We've always had bigger dogs on our farm through the years, so I loved how little he was. I'm sure your children will be over-the-moon!!! Have a wonderful weekend with your new fur-baby!!! :)
And, I hope you get a chance to enjoy the new movies, too... at some point!!! :)
Happy Labor Day!!! Blessings, Net
Thank you Net! So we got the puppy on Saturday, it is so cute and tiny, looks like one of my daughters beanie babies Lol
DeleteSo I suggested the name Teddy, Charlie, Ollie or Toffee for his hair color but she vetoed all my ideas and chose Curly, which matches his curly hair. We ordered a dog car seat from Amazon so I feel like I have 3 children 😂
~Paula
Aww, Paula... That is sooo sweet! Curly is such a cute name, but I adore your name suggestions, too! In fact, we had a kitty cat that I called my Teddy Bear because he loved to snuggle, and like your puddle, he had curly hair, especially on his tummy. They certainly do become special members of the family! I can just imagine all of the excitement and giggles from your lil' ones... Enjoy!!! :)
DeleteHappy Labor day weekend! I'll be watching both new movies. (and doing some SSD re-watcches!). -Maria
ReplyDeleteMaria, I hope you like the new movies! I'm almost certain you'll love "Divine Influencer."
DeleteI also plan to rewatch/record both "Signed, Sealed Delivered" movies! Do you think they would give any hint to the next SSD movie coming in 2025??? Or, is it too soon? Hmmm? Now I have to watch and pay close attention to the commercial breaks to find out!!! :)
Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend, my friend! Net
Hmmm, I'm not sure on that front. I've already re-watched One in a Million and Lost Without You on DVD. :)
DeleteEnjoy your holiday too! -Maria
3rd wave of celeb guests for Christmas Con NJ announced today (Chad Michael Murray, Rachel Leigh Cook and Sam Page are among the guests):
ReplyDeletehttps://people.com/chad-michael-murray-rachael-leigh-cook-and-more-heading-to-christmas-con-exclusive-8704411
-Maria
Happy Labor Day all!
ReplyDeleteThank you for these weekly reminders, Net. Your posts are always so lovely.
Oh, thank you so much! That is so sweet of you to say.
DeleteHave a blessed, Labor Day weekend! :)
I plan to watch the SSD and like you said Net, I am really hoping they mention the upcoming one!!
ReplyDeleteThe Heiress and the Handyman supposidly has a gay person in it. Just in case anyone was curious. -Maria
ReplyDeleteMaria, I'm so grateful you discovered this information and shared with us. I'm kind of not surprised - due to the lead actress and all.
DeleteDid you hear this information from a review on-line? Is that why you said, "supposedly"?
I'm rather bummed because I usually like Corey Sevier's movies, but again, I'm so grateful to know this. I will be skipping this one.
Thank you! Net
Yes, I heard about it in a review. -maria
DeleteI watched The Heiress and the Handyman on HMN, the guy who plays Jodie Sweetin’s assistant does have mannerism of a gay man, but nothing is ever said about it. He appears twice for a total of about 3 minutes, at the beginning & end.
DeleteThe movie is okay, but the story has been done. Think Harvest Moon, but this movie isn’t nearly as good. It felt cheesy somehow and Jodie’s acting felt stiff, kind of fake. It’s a one time watch for me.
Allie B, Thank you for sharing this extra detail on the movie, "The Heiress and the Handyman," with us. I will be sure to post your review when I share this movie when it premieres so others are aware.
DeleteI appreciate you sharing with us! Net
Heiress & Handyman was really cute. It compares well with UPTV type of movies. The "gay" assistant...nothing was ever said clarifying he was gay. The movie needed more, but was worth a watch for the pig & animal scenes alone. It feels very traditional with hints of Harvest Moon, but not as comedic unfortunately. It's not a bad watch at all & is actually fall themed. I didn't even notice the wig people seem to be obsessing over. -Megan
DeleteHave a wonderful weekend. I've just returned from taking my college kid back to campus.
ReplyDeletedstoutholcomb -Oh, honey... our hearts go out to you. I just saw on IG yesterday that Kristoffer Polaha & his wife took their second son to college, as well. These are such important times, but difficult ones, too.
DeleteI hope your son/daughter is going to have another great year!
Hugs to you, honey! Net
Head over Heels is clean and fantastic! -Maria
ReplyDeleteHappy Labor Day to everyone! Praying all will have a safe and restful holiday!
ReplyDeleteLoved Divine Influencer! -Maria
ReplyDeleteHi everyone! Happy Labor Day. Wow, this year has flown by. :-(
ReplyDeleteAnyway, not to be negative but "Head Over Heels" was terrible. I could not get through even half of the movie. Tired retread of "Devil Wears Prada" is what I thought as I was watching it. However, on a more positive note: I am really looking forward to seeing "Divine Influencer." So, far every single recent movie, on Great American has been so insanely good.
Joan, I wholeheartedly agree! The inspirational films on Great American Family have all been truly fantastic! What a blessing they are!!!
DeleteAlso, thanks so much for giving us your take on "Head Over Heels." Sorry to hear you didn't like it. I haven't given it a try, yet.
Have a wonderful Labor Day! You are so right; this year is flying by! :)
Blessings, Net
Hi Net,
DeleteThank you for the warm Labor Day wishes! It was so nice just chilling over the long weekend. :-)
My husband and I watched "Divine Influencer", last night and like the rest of the movies that aired over the last few weeks on GAF, it was very good. I thought it started out a bit slow but we were hooked about ten minutes in and we really enjoyed the remainder of the movie. It was sweet and made me cry and smile. Oh, the ending made my heart sing! It was so uplifting. God is good.
Blessings to you as well!
Joan, I should've warned you that the beginning was a little annoying with how snobby she acts and everything, but when everything changes, the story certainly becomes much more interesting and deep. Glad you enjoyed it! :)
DeleteWe watched Divine Influencer yesterday, Net, and loved it!
ReplyDeleteThe lady who works with Liv at the shelter is so sweet and all of the supporting cast is great. I was surprised, though, that Jesse Metcalfe’s role was so short. Wonder why? It would’ve been nice if he could’ve been in it more.
Anyhoo, I love seeing movies like this on GAF. Christie
Christie, I'm glad you enjoyed "Divine Influencer," too. I was also surprised that Jesse Metcalfe's role was rather short in it. I hope we'll see him more involved in Pure Flix or Great American Family movies in the future. I just rewatched God's Not Dead 2 the other day, and wow, that movie is so powerful. He is fantastic in it.
DeleteThank you for sharing your review! :)
where's my review of Head over Heells at? -Maria
ReplyDeleteMaria, It's posted above! Thanks so much for sharing! :)
DeleteI’m not so sure Head Over Heels (2024), I have to skip this one because I didn’t record it. Why did they have same movie titled Head Over heels (2001) starring Freddie Prinze Jr., & Monica Potter? Its looked like The Devil Wears Prada (2006) starring Meryl Streep & Anne Hathaway
ReplyDeleteMeet Me in New York (2022)
ReplyDeleteStarring Corey Savier & Brooke Nevins
Itts never aired on TV but it’s available on YouTube
I love this sweet movie! Can't believe GAF, Hallmark, or UPtv hasn't obtained it. I think it would be great on any of these networks, but at least it can be seen on YT! :)
DeleteI watched Meet Me in New York on streaming service, Freevee & is family friendly about Kelly Broussard is an event planner at Horizon Events. Joe Barker’s Mom named Penny brings her 9 years old Granddaughter named Willow to her Son’s place. Joe’s Niece; Willow to stay with her Uncle Joe to plan to celebrate her 10th birthday party. Joe’s Sister; Sarah is with her Daughter at her Brother’s place while Joe is out on the date with Kelly & Emma is with Eli Forest. Eli owns The Forest Cafe. The studio is ruined during the storm. Joe & his Niece; Willow walk to the park to surprise Willow’s 10th birthday. Kelly has quit her job but she starts her own event business. Joe isn’t going anywhere, this his home is his heart is heart his family, friends. & even Kelly.
DeleteMeet Me in New York is available on streaming services; Freevee, Prime, & YT
DeleteReally is strange - you've got to wonder why this was never picked up one by of the main channels considering that Brooke Nevin and Corey Sevier were in the leading roles - Florence
DeleteOkay the “Head Over Heels” with Freddie Prinze Jr and Monica Potter was hilarious! We watched that movie over and over in high school Lol
ReplyDelete~Paula
I watched Love at the Ranch on Freevee or Prime. Love at the Ranch is family friendly about Journalist Allison Sawyer who works at Seattle Daily & she writes an article about one of her favorite authors, Annabelle Harper. She visits the remote Clybourne Ranch, where Harper's novels are set. While Allison is working on her story, she meets rancher Hank Cybourne. Marie’s Grandma named Susan. Romance novelist Stella Cybourne’s pseudonym adopted by a book author; Annabelle Harper. Ivy & Lynn arrive at Cyboune with Hank when Allison announces Night Under the Stars. Stella announces Cybourne Ranch donation fell short. Ivy’s Grandpa was simile to the ranch. She writes a check when Cybourne Rsnch is saved.
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