FAMILY MOVIE NOMINEES... for the Annual "It's a Wonderful Movie" Awards!

"It's a Wonderful Movie"

is once again honoring TV Movies

with the annual Family Movie Awards! 

 

 

This year there will be 9 Voting Categories!

We will have 3 in March...
 

1. Favorite Family TV Movie
2. Favorite Mystery TV Movie (NEW!)    

3. Favorite Christmas TV Movie

YOU will CHOOSE the WINNERS!

There will be 3 upcoming weeks of voting, as follows...

Poll #1: Vote for your Favorite Family Movie from February 29th to March 7th (at 12noon EST)!

Poll #2: Vote for your Favorite Mystery Movie from March 7th to March 14th (at 12noon EST)!

Poll #3: Vote for your Favorite Christmas Movie from March 14th to March 21st (at 12noon EST)!

Please Note: the other 6 categories will take place in April!



And, Now for our First POLL....

Please see the complete list of Nominees, pictured and listed in alphabetical order, with their movie posters + trailers below! Choose which ones were your favorites and then Vote by taking the Poll listed in the right column of this blog. (Be sure to click Vote - after you have checked your favorites!)

 

POLL #1:
Favorite Family Movie Nominees from 2015:

(You may Vote for ALL of Your Favorites - in the Poll listed in the right column of this web-site.)

 

 

Click on the Movie Titles below for more details on each film!

1. A Country Wedding - Hallmark Channel
2. A Gift of Miracles - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
3. All of my Heart - Hallmark Channel
4. Autumn Dreams - Hallmark Channel
5. Bad Hair Day - Disney Channel
6. Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors - NBC
7. Harvest Moon - Hallmark Channel
8. Love by the Book - Hallmark Channel
9. Love Finds You in Charm - UP
10. Perfect Match - Hallmark Channel
11. So You Said Yes - Hallmark Channel
12. Surprised by Love - Hallmark Channel


MOVIE TRAILERS:

1. A Country Wedding



2. A Gift of Miracles



3. All of my Heart



4. Autumn Dreams



5. Bad Hair Day



6. Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors



7. Harvest Moon



8. Love by the Book



9. Love Finds You in Charm



10. Perfect Match



11. So You Said Yes



12. Surprised by Love

Congratulations to all of the Nominees above and the Networks

who aired these wonderful Family Movies on TV!

 

Thank You to Everyone who Participates!

Please Vote in the Poll on the right and Stay Tuned next week for the Favorite Mystery Movies Nominees!!!

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Please Note: There will NOT be any Monetary or Physical Award given out.

This is simply our way of honoring our Favorite Movies... Thank You!

Let Your Hearts Stir this Weekend with an All New Mystery & Marathon!

Premiering Sunday Night...

An All New Mystery...

Gourmet Detective:

A Healthy Place To Die

 

Premieres Sunday August 2, 2015

@ 9PM/8c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries!

 

via Hallmark: When a journalist is found murdered during a gourmet food conference at a luxurious resort, chef-turned-sleuth Henry Ross teams up with beautiful, no-nonsense police detective Maggie Price to solve the culinary crime. Together, they work to untangle... click here to read more!

Also, All Day SUNDAY...

Round UP the family for a day long Marathon

of the TV Series HEARTLAND on UP-TV...

All leading up to the Season Finale on Wednesday-

"Amy & Ty's Wedding"

 

via UP:

 

Based on the Heartland book series by Lauren Brooke, the TV series follows sisters Amy and Lou Fleming, Ty Borden and their grandfather Jack Bartlett through the highs and lows of life on a horse ranch in cattle country. The story details how, although Amy and Lou's mother was killed in a car accident, they continue to keep their mother's dream alive by healing abused and neglected horses through their family business. Amy (Amber Marshall) faces adversity, but she overcomes every obstacle that stands in front of her.

 

Shot on location against the glorious backdrop and stunning vistas of the foothills of the Rockies, HEARTLAND continues the saga of a sprawling multi-generational family as they chase big dreams and manage life's setbacks, while holding on to what matters most: courage, love, family and a home you can always come back to.

EPISODES airing during Marathon, Sunday August 2, 2015 on UP-TV:

Coming Home 10:00am
In their attempt to rescue a horse, Amy and her mother experience an accident, forcing Amy and the rest of the Bartlett family to pick up the pieces.

Coming Together 11:00am
Amy competes with Ashley Stanton at a horse show and Spartan's abusive owner attempts to take him back.

Ghost Horse 12:00pm
Amy's birthday party isn't the only surprise when she discovers that Ty returns to Heartland.

Step By Step 1:00pm
Ty and Amy are finally forced to deal with their feelings for each other after a snowstorm strands them at Jack's fishing cabin in the mountains.

Man's Best Friend  2:00pm
Jack's truck is on its way to rust bucket heaven, forcing him to find the courage to say goodbye to an important part of his past.

In the Cards  3:00pm
After a surprise announcement, wedding plans are thrown into chaos and Amy and Ty make difficult decisions about their future.

Mood Swings 4:00pm
Ty's travel buddies return to Heartland causing a change in Ty's living arrangements.

The River  5:00pm
Amy has an accident, caused by a bear, while out riding Spartan and Ty comes to the rescue.

Candles in the Wind  6:00pm
A mystery horse arrives which may alter lives, meanwhile Ty plans on proposing to Amy and Shane shows up at Heartland.

Great Expectations 7:00pm
A series of unexpected events elevate into a life-changing weekend for the entire family.

On the Line  8:00pm
Amy and Ty are at odds over Ty's risky investment in a barrel racing horse, and things become increasingly complicated when Amy starts working closely with Prince Ahmed.

Be Careful What You Wish For  9:00pm
Amy works with Ty and Caleb's barrel racing horse and ends up riding him in a high-stakes competition causing the mounting tensions between Ty and Amy to come to a head.

There and Back Again 10:00pm
Amy returns from Europe and finds herself struggling to get back into life at Heartland and her relationship with Ty.

Secrets and Lies 11:00pm
A surprise visitor at Heartland makes an unwelcome declaration and Amy is forced to deal with the devastating consequences.

The Pike River Cull 12:00am
Jack and Amy go to the aid of an old friend when in a herd of wild horses faces a devastating threat.

The Heart of a River 1:00am
With the fate of the wild horses hanging in the balance, Amy and Ty make a desperate bid to save them and find themselves drawing closer together.

All I Need Is You  2:00am
With the big day approaching, Amy throws herself into gentling a rescue horse in order to avoid all the craziness, but when Ty is unexpectedly arrested their happy future just may be in jeopardy.


This special Marathon leads up to the Season Finale -
"Amy & Ty's Wedding Episode" on Wednesday...

AUGUST 5, 2015:

Written in Stone  9:00pm
Amy and Ty's wedding day has arrived! While Lou struggles to pull together the wedding of their dreams, Jack says goodbye to an old friend and Georgie has a magical moment of her own.

Enjoy the Mystery & Marathon...

and have a Wonderful Weekend!

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Y'All Won't Want to Miss... Autumn Reeser & Jesse Metcalfe in 'A COUNTRY WEDDING'

Hallmark Channel Presents their last June Wedding Movie,

with A Country Wedding
premiering June 27th, Saturday Night at 9PM/8c.

 

 

Storyline via Hallmark: Before his wedding to his movie star fiancé, country music sensation Bradley Sutton (Metcalfe) visits his rural hometown to sell his family’s former house. After reconnecting with his old friend... click here to read more!

 

For all of you Hallmark Christmas Movie fans... you'll immediately recognize Autumn Reeser as Emily Jones in "Love at the Thanksgiving Parade". And, speaking of Christmas, Christmas in July begins next weekend on the Hallmark Channel!!! So... stay tuned!!!

 

Enjoy this last weekend in June, Everyone!

 

And, if you happen to miss the Premiere of A Country Wedding,

please 'don't fly off the handle' or 'get your feathers ruffled'...

click here to catch the encore airings.

Save the Date - UPDATE! Hallmark Channel's June Wedding Premieres!

The Hallmark Channel is kindly apologizing to it's viewers for inadvertently sending out incorrect information regarding the premiere dates for "June Wedding Month". Please see the Official Correct Dates and Times listed below...

Autumn Reeser and Jesse Metcalfe star in the new Hallmark Channel Movie:
A Country Wedding
image via: Hallmark Crown Media

via Hallmark Press Release:

‘PERFECT MATCH’ (formerly ‘A PERFECT WEDDING’)

A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere

Sunday, June 20 (9 p.m. ET/PT, 8C)

Starring: Danica McKellar, Paul Greene, Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominated Linda Gray

When a young couple has opposing visions of their wedding day, two competing wedding planners are brought in to arrange the perfect event. As the wedding day approaches, the clashing wedding planners find romance of their own and discover that opposites can produce the most surprising results.


‘LOVE AGAIN’ (formerly ‘LAST RESORT’)

A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere

Saturday, June 21 (9 p.m. ET/PT, 8C)

Stars: Teri Polo, Daytime Emmy® winner Paul Johansson, Chloe Babcook, Lini Evans, Malcolm Stewart, Christopher Russell

A couple on the brink of divorce decides to keep their marital woes a secret as they help their daughter plan her wedding. As the two work together on the happy occasion, they soon discover that their own marriage might just be worth saving.


‘HOME & FAMILY: PAIGE & JASON’S DREAM WEDDING’

A Hallmark Channel “Home & Family” Primetime Special Edition

Monday, June 22 (8p.m. ET/PT, 7C)

Featuring: Lifestyle Expert Paige Hemmis and Aria’s Jason Short. Hosted by Emmy® Award Winner Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare.

Two Time Daytime Emmy® Nominated Lifestyle Series “Home & Family” Lifestyle Expert Paige Hemmis and musician Jason Short, of the Australian pop/opera music group ARIA, will be married on a very special “Home & Family” primetime event. “Home & Family’s” lineup of family members – including lifestyle expert Debbie Matenopoulos, Hollywood beauty specialist Kym Douglas, healthy living advocate Sophie Uliano, DIY expert Tanya Memme, medical expert Matt Iseman, garden coach Shirley Bovshow, chef Fabio Viviani, decorator Ken Wingard, dog trainer Laura Nativo, parenting professional Dr. J.J. Levenstein, family man Matt Rogers, financial advisor Jeanette Pavini and renegade chef Dan Kohler - will contribute innovative DIY wedding tips and projects to be incorporated into the wedding and help the bride prepare for her special day. Hallmark Channel’s Daytime Emmy® Nominated Lifestyle Series, “Home & Family,” continues inspiring viewers to live their best lives in 2015 with the help of its co-hosts: Emmy® Award Winner Mark Steines and TV personality and culinary phenom, Cristina Ferrare.

'A COUNTRY WEDDING'

A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere

Saturday, June 27 (9 p.m. ET/PT, 8C)

Starring Jesse Metcalfe, Autumn Reeser, Lauren Holly

A famous country singer set to marry a glamorous Hollywood actress returns to his small town roots. When he crosses paths with his childhood sweetheart – and finally feels inspired to write songs again – he reevaluates his life, his values and his opinion of true love. As his wedding day approaches, he must decide if he has chosen the right woman to be his wife.

I hope you will join me

in attending these 3 all new Movie Premieres
+ a Real-Life Wedding! on the Hallmark Channel
this June!

You are Cordially Invited to Hallmark's June Weddings Month!

Three All New Wedding Movies Premiere this June on the Hallmark Channel!
(video preview below!)

Image via: Hallmark Channel)

Via Hallmark Press Release:

The most popular wedding month of the year is June and Hallmark Channel is celebrating love and romance with Hallmark Channel’s ‘JUNE WEDDINGS MONTH.’ Take a front row seat and prepare to shed a few tears of joy – or maybe catch the bouquet – this June with star talent including Danica McKellar, Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominated Linda Gray, Teri Polo, Daytime Emmy® winner Paul Johansson, Jesse Metcalfe, Autumn Reeser, Lauren Holly, Lifestyle Expert Paige Hemmis, Aria’s Jason Short, Emmy® Award Winner Mark Steines and TV personality and culinary phenom, Cristina Ferrare. Hallmark Channel’s ‘JUNE WEDDINGS MONTH,’ a celebration of love and marriage featuring Hallmark Channel Original World Premieres and a “Home & Family” Primetime Special Wedding Event this June!

The ‘JUNE WEDDINGS MONTH’ Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premieres and Primetime Special Programming include:

*THIS POST HAS BEEN UPDATED WITH CORRECT DATES and TIMES for ALL of these NEW MOVIE PREMIERES!

‘LOVE AGAIN’ (formerly ‘LAST RESORT’)
A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere
Saturday, June 20 (9 p.m. ET/PT, 8C)
Stars: Teri Polo, Daytime Emmy® winner Paul Johansson, Chloe Babcook, Lini Evans, Malcolm Stewart, Christopher Russell

A couple on the brink of divorce decides to keep their marital woes a secret as they help their daughter plan her wedding. As the two work together on the happy occasion, they soon discover that their own marriage might just be worth saving.

This is a screen captured image from 'Love, Again'.

‘THE PERFECT MATCH’ (formerly ‘A PERFECT WEDDING’)
A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere
Sunday, June 21 (9 p.m. ET/PT, 8C)
Starring: Danica McKellar, Paul Greene, Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominated Linda Gray

When a young couple has opposing visions of their wedding day, two competing wedding planners are brought in to arrange the perfect event. As the wedding day approaches, the clashing wedding planners find romance of their own and discover that opposites can produce the most surprising results.


‘”HOME & FAMILY” PRIMETIME SPECIAL WEDDING EVENT’
A Hallmark Channel “Home & Family” Primetime Special
Monday, June 22 (8p.m. ET/PT, 7C)
Featuring: Lifestyle Expert Paige Hemmis and Aria’s Jason Short. Hosted by Emmy® Award Winner Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare.

Two Time Daytime Emmy® Nominated Lifestyle Series “Home & Family” Lifestyle Expert Paige Hemmis and musician Jason Short, of the Australian pop/opera music group ARIA, will be married on a very special “Home & Family” primetime event.


‘A COUNTRY WEDDING’
A Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere
Saturday, June 27 (9 p.m. ET/PT, 8C)
Starring Jesse Metcalfe, Autumn Reeser, Lauren Holly

A famous country singer set to marry a glamorous Hollywood actress returns to his small town roots. When he crosses paths with his childhood sweetheart – and finally feels inspired to write songs again – he reevaluates his life, his values and his opinion of true love. As his wedding day approaches, he must decide if he has chosen the right woman to be his wife.


 I hope you will say 'Yes' to watching these new Movies! 

"A Country Wedding" - a Hallmark Channel Original Movie starring Jesse Metcalfe and Autumn Reeser

MOVIE REVIEW


Movie: A Country Wedding


Network: Hallmark Channel


Original Air Date: June 27, 2015


*Available on DVD / Streaming / Paperback Book, E-Book.

 

on set image via: https://twitter.com/jessemetcalfe

on set image via: https://twitter.com/jessemetcalfe

CAST:

Jesse Metcalfe ... Bradley Sutton

Autumn Reeser ... Sarah

Lauren Holly ... Margaret

Laura Mennell ... Catherine

Aaron Craven ...

on set image via:  https://twitter.com/autumnreeser

on set image via:  https://twitter.com/autumnreeser

 

 

PLOT:

Via Hallmark Press Release:

Before his wedding to his movie star fiancé, country music sensation Bradley Sutton (Metcalfe) visits his rural hometown to sell his family’s former house. After reconnecting with his old friend, Sarah (Reeser), he extends his stay in his hometown through his wedding day. Despite the pressure from his fiancé, Catherine (Laura Mennell, “Gourmet Detective”), and agent, Margaret (Holly), to stay in the spotlight, Bradley finds himself returning to his cowboy roots with Sarah. As his wedding date approaches, Bradley must decide if his heart belongs to his glamorous fiancé, or the beautiful cowgirl next door.

*Available on DVD / Streaming / Paperback Book, E-Book.

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