🎄More Christmas Movies On The Way🎄 Hallmark Channel's Countdown To Christmas Begins In One More Day...

Can you feel the excitement? 

Hallmark's 

*Countdown to Christmas* 

is almost here!

Starting at 6am EST. TOMORROW, Friday, October 18, 2024, the Hallmark Channel kicks off its annual Christmas movie event with Christmas Waltz, starring Lacey Chabert and Will Kemp!

Other beloved Christmas classics air during the day on the Hallmark Channel, such as: The Christmas Cottage, Let it Snow, A Very Merry Mix Up, Christmas Next Door, Crown for Christmas, and more... all leading up to the first premiere, 'Twas the Date Before Christmas!

And if you enjoy the Christmas movies on Hallmark Mystery, too, I have even better news for you! Although the network says their launch into Miracles of Christmas is officially tomorrow, the schedule says otherwise. Two Christmas movies will air TONIGHT, leading into Christmas classics airing from then on throughout the holiday season 24/7 around-the-clock!

The first Christmas movie airing on Hallmark Mystery tonight, Thursday, October 17th, at 8pm EST., is Christmas at Grand Valley, starring Danica McKellar and Brennan Elliott.

Christmas movie classics that follow on Hallmark Mystery include: The Christmas Promise, A Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas, A Joyous Christmas, To All a Good Night, A Homecoming for the Holidays, A Veteran's Christmas, and more!

Be sure to set your DVRs now for all of the Christmas movies you most want to see! I personally see so many favorites that I love... Christmas Waltz, Christmas Next Door, Crown for Christmas, A Joyous Christmas, A Veteran's Christmas, and so many more! Hallmark really is beginning this weekend with some of their best! Which ones do you most want to see or record?

Stay tuned for my weekend post tomorrow, which highlights all of the NEW Christmas movies airing this weekend!

Have a Blessed, Merry Day!

Net🎄

Great American Family To Premiere SIX Great American Pure Flix Movies Over SIX Weeks - SEE HERE:

Great American Family Announces 6 weeks of Saturday night movie premieres from the Great American Pure Flix library of films.

See six movies that exemplify themes of faith, family, loyalty, inspiration, good over evil, and love.

I've included the promo trailer for this special movie event below.


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August Movie Premieres:

 


Mr. Manhattan

Premieres: August 3, 2024

Starring: Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega

Storyline: In "Mr. Manhattan" Carlos PenaVega plays an ambitious attorney who struggles to balance his career and the demands of fatherhood after becoming caretaker to his niece and nephew. Along the way, he’s forced to reevaluate his priorities and lost faith.

Movie Review:

🌟 Mr. Manhattan – I thoroughly enjoyed this family-friendly movie from Great American Pure Flix starring Carlos and Alexa PenaVega.

There is a bit of a sad element to the story, however, as two young children lose their parents in a car accident and must move from their home and live with their Uncle Mason (Carlos PenaVega) in the city. Alexa PenaVega portrays Mason’s ex-fiancé, Dani; the two work together to care for the children after their loss.

Mason is struggling with the decisions he has made with his life and is currently dating a woman, Tish, whom he is obviously not in love with. The children are gradually adapting to life with their Uncle, but there are still difficult moments of sadness and everyday troubles. However, there is also a mix of joy, hope, and peace- with many delightful, uplifting moments, too!

Best of all, faith is also weaved into the movie subtly, but beautifully, as Dani encourages Mason to trust in God when he is discouraged with raising the children, finding the right housing, and his work.

I think most viewers will enjoy this inspirational movie when it premieres on Great American Family. Carlos and Alexa’s performances in this dramatic storyline are excellent, along with the children who portray Carlos’ nephew and niece.

This movie does a good job of showing grief and happy times. It’s a hopeful story of overcoming loss. ~Net

🌟 Mr Manhattan is soooo good! –Maria

🌟 I totally agree. (in response to Maria’s comment) The movie had more debth than a lot that are playing these days. Faith was a better part of the mix, especially since I thought it was subtle and not in your face. We definitely could use more of these. Thought when Alexa held new baby it must have been a hard scene to do. ~JoCo

🌟 We loved Mr. Manhattan! I think it’s Carlos and Alexa’s best movie together, and the kids were fantastic. Christie

🌟 Mr. Manhattan was a great movie! Great story of loss, finding love and returning to faith in God. Good acting all around, but the little girl stole the show! Highly recommend this movie! ~Joyce in Carolina

🌟 Mr. Manhattan is family friendly is tearjerker about Mason Bradley’s life turns upside down when he unexpectedly becomes the sole guardian to his late Brother named Billy’s children named Reuben & AJ after prioritizing his law career at Columbia Law School & ending his engagement. Masan & Dani take care of Reuben & AJ. Reuben & AJ lost their parents named Billy Tanya Bradley in car accident. ~Anonymous

🌟 We did enjoy "Mr. Manhattan'" though. The more movies they do together, the better they are. I love everything Alexa and Carlos believe in and stand for. They are pure magic together. I thought the two child actors were very good. The story line was definitely heavy but the end was uplifting. :-) I am beyond grateful Alexa and Carlos continue to make clean and faith-based movies. We certainly need it as there is so much ugliness in the world today. ~Joan


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God's Country Song

Premieres: August 10, 2024

Starring: Justin Gaston, Mariel Hemingway, John Laughlin, Christopher Michael, Justene Alpert, JJ Miller, Coffey Anderson

Storyline: Only God knows if Noah can be the man and father he’s meant to be. Will Noah stop chasing selfish dreams, heal broken relationships and start down God's path for his future?

Movie Reviews:

🌟 LOVED God's Country Song!! -Maria

🌟 I enjoyed God’s Country Song. The little boy is super cute, I only wish the back story could’ve been a little different. Christie

🌟 God’s Country Song – This movie is for a mature audience only. Although this is a faith-based film, there are several adult themes throughout the story.

The main character, Noah, is a budding country music star, who is completely wrapped up in himself; he’s often prideful, disrespectful, and selfish. In the first 15 minutes or so of the movie, Noah learns he has a young 4 year-old son (out of wedlock) who he has been given custody of, but that doesn’t make him change his poor lifestyle choices right away.

For more than an hour into the movie Noah drinks too much and finds himself in a whole lot of trouble. We can clearly see that he has an issue with alcohol abuse and although it is not seen, it is made known that he has been promiscuous with multiple women. Mixed in with his bad attitude and drunken behavior, are verbal fights and a violent bar fight.

However, this is a story about redemption, forgiveness, and rediscovering faith. Noah’s parents provide a stable environment for his son, J.J., and they are the main compass for leading Noah back to God.

The little boy, J.J., is so cute; I only wish we could’ve seen him more throughout the movie.

I hope "God’s Country Song" touches many people who are going through a difficult season, so they can seek forgiveness and discover God’s meaning and ultimate purpose for their life. ~Net

🌟 God’s Country Song is a charming but troubled country singer named Noah Bryan learns he has a 5 years old Son named JJ that he didn’t know existed. Struggling with alcohol addiction, he must know decide whether to raise the boy or leave his family behind to pursue his dream of musical stardom. JJ lost his Mom & he’s with Luanne Harris from CPS. Noah receives a letter until his manager Larry reads to him… He’s a Father of JJ.

Noah arrives at his parents named Jeremiah & Sara Bryan’s place… His family own farm with a stable & a dog named Dash. The Bryan family go the church - the Pastor mentions Philippians 3:8. Cole talks with Larry to give Noah a second chance to sing in front of the crowd .

They edited some content in the movie ~Anonymous

🌟 Net-thank you for the heads up on God's Country Song and the heavier elements, I was glad to know what to be ready for. I haven't decided if I'll let my older teen watch, but I think I may because the story of redemption is really so powerful and it is well done. I liked the parents and their faith and unconditional love for their sone and new grandson. -LR



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Nothing is Impossible

Premieres: August 17, 2024

Starring: David A.R. White and Nadia Bjorlin

Storyline: Scott Beck's life has not gone according to plan. Working as a janitor at the high school where he was once the star of the basketball team, he's dealing with an ailing father, a busted truck, and memories of Ryan, the girl he loved long ago. Opportunity soon arises when Ryan, now the owner of the Knoxville Silver Knights, decides to hold open tryouts. Scott tries to make the impossible happen by not only making the team, but getting back the woman he loves.

Movie Review:

🏀 Nothing is Impossible – Great American Pure Flix scores with another inspirational film! This movie delves into reflection, regret, and redemption. If you’ve ever seen a Christian film, like ‘God’s Not Dead,’ then you likely recognize the star of “Nothing is Impossible,” David A.R. White.

In “Nothing is Impossible,” David plays Scott Beck, who is fairly low on life and his future until he realizes he might have a second chance at two of his biggest dreams. Rediscovering his faith in God also plays a pivotal role in Scott overcoming past failures.

If you’ve ever watched the Soap Opera, “Days of Our Lives,” then you may recognize David’s co-star, Nadia Bjorlin (who has played Chloe Lane on and off since 1999).

“Nothing is Impossible” is a sports-themed, faith-based movie that will inspire and challenge its viewers to follow the path God has set before them. You’ll find yourself cheering Scott Beck on as he’s determined to pursue his life’s goals.

My family and I enjoyed this uplifting film and its inspiring message. ~Net

🏀 Nothing is Impossible is amazing!!

And is anyone grinning ear to ear at that new GAF Christmas trailer with the first footage of A Little Women's Christmas?! -Maria

🏀 Nothing is Impossible is a beautiful movie!

I especially liked the scene when Scott sat in on the meeting with the kids at school and they shared a difficulty in their life and their dreams. That was the push Scott needed to go after his.

Great ending, too. I’ll be telling others to watch. Christie

🏀 Oh 'Nothing is Impossible' was simply amazing! We loved every minute of it. Knoxville is one of our favorite places and it was nice seeing that lovely city on my tv. But, we also enjoyed the message, the acting, the glory of God's grace on full display. My poor hubby was a mess by the end. I don't understand why the over-all rating on IMDB is so bad. Because that sweet little gem needs to be seen. I am afraid people will see that low rating and dismiss it. Which would be a shame. ~Joan

🏀 Nothing Is Impossible is a wonderful faith based movie. Highly recommend watching this one! ~Joyce in Carolina

🏀 Nothing is Impossible-wonderful, uplifting story with such a great message. I thought the acting was well done and I appreciated that it wasn't as predictable as some--I won't give away the story but just really thankful for movies like this one that carry such a solid message. One of those times again when I am so thankful for you Net and this site. I rarely watch anything other than what you and others here suggest. Blessings!~LR

🏀 Loved “Nothing Is Impossible”! So nice to see a movie quoting scripture and mentioning God in the times we live in. One of my favorite scenes was when the friend was talking to the pastor about how he can help Scott and the pastor told him “you can’t force him” Our job is not to force/convince someone to follow Christ, but to believe, pray, love them, be that light and example to them, and God will do the rest. It’s so hard to do that when it’s a friend or family member we are close to but God gives us all free will. I like that it touched on these real issues believers face.~Paula




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Finding Faith

Premieres: August 24, 2024

Starring: Ashley Bratcher, Jonathan Stoddard, and John Schneider

Storyline: Victoria, a Christian advice columnist writing under the name Faith, begins to lose her faith after a series of life events. On her journey back to God, she finds her way back to love as well.

Movie Review:

🌟 Finding Faith – (streamed on Great American Pure Flix)

This is an impactful story with a heavy plot that deals with marriage difficulties and infertility for Victoria (an anonymous Christian advice columnist) and her husband, Billy, who is a musician, often traveling away from home.

Victoria uses the pseudonym Faith, when giving advice to others, but she’s struggling to deal with her own life issues and finding her faith.

Actor John Schneider portrays Victoria’s father; he’s trying to cope after losing his wife of many years, while Victoria grapples with the pain of losing her mother and a painful secret from the past.

It is revealed that one character had an affair many years ago, and how grace and forgiveness have healed this person’s heart.

Throughout the film, we see the wounds and scars of these characters – and gradually we see their healing after surrendering and turning to God.

Due to the subject content, this is a movie best-suited for a mature audience. ~Net

🌟 Loved the rawness and hopefulness of Finding Faith! -Maria

🌟 We watched Finding Faith without the kids. You were right, Net, the plot is heavy, but it was nice to see something authentic. Christie

🌟 Finding Faith was reality at its finest. I found this movie spiritually uplifting and encouraging. ~kitkat


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Divine Influencer

Premieres: August 31, 2024

Starring: Featuring: Lara Silva, Jason Burkey, Jesse Metcalfe, Micah Lynn Hanson, Rebecca Koon

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.

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! I would love to see this movie also air on Great American Family! (Update: I'm so delighted my previous wish is coming true!) ~Net

🌟 Loved Divine Influencer! -Maria

🌟 We watched Divine Influencer yesterday, Net, and loved it!

The 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

🌟 Divine Influencer was really cute! It had a great message and the acting was superb. I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. Also, I loved that the cast was really stylish and modest. I have teen girls and it's nice to have some shows that showcase that being modest doesn't have to mean being boring! ~Sara

🌟 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. ~Joan


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September Movie Premiere:

 

Engagement Plan

Premieres: September 7, 2024

Starring: Jack Schumacher, Ted McGinley, Mia Pollini, Eva La Rue, Emily Topper, Eric Lutz, Judd Nelson and Faith Ford

Storyline: In The Engagement Plan, Wade (Schumacher) has a plan for everything! Wade’s plan to propose to his girlfriend, Kayla (Pollini) may be the crowning achievement of plans. With a 3-carat diamond ring in tow and reservations booked at the Waldorf for his parents, Dash and Margot, (LaRue, Nelson) and Kayla’s parents, Ed and Mama Marilyn (McGinley, Ford), Wade marvels at the absolute perfection of his engagement plan. Until his plan hits a dead end on a dirt road, a country road. Kayla changes the plan to have Wade meet at her family’s farm to help her mom and dad, whose cow is expecting a calf any day. Dressed in business best, Wade – a fish out of water – has an unexpected – and definitely an unplanned encounter with a family who is not convinced he is right for Kayla. Then Wade meets her ex-boyfriend who tries to prove it.

Movie Reviews:

🌟 The Engagement Plan was as great as I anticipated. I hope we see the guy that played Wade in more GAF movies. ~Anonymous

🌟 Loved The Engagement Plan! –Maria

🌟 Before I leave for church, I wanted to let you know we ended up watching The Engagement Plan and enjoyed hearing all of the scripture references. Amazing job, Great American Family! The world needs more movies like this. -Trish

🌟 It was great seeing Faith and Ted together again. GAF should pair them again in a Christmas movie or something. ~Anonymous

🌟 The Engagement Plan had it all.The cast was great and it was genius casting Faith Ford and Ted McGinley in another movie together as husband and wife. The Pure Flix movies have all been so good and have all been the best movies airing on Saturday night, ~Anonymous

🌟 "The Engagement Plan" was another winner! It was funny, heartfelt and an all around lovely movie. I got a kick out of seeing Eva, Judd, Faith and Ted altogether. I absolutely adored the leading man. He reminded me so much of a young Timothy Hutton. And, yes, I am showing my age by saying that. :-) But, seriously the male lead was the best thing about the movie. He was charming and I would love to see him again on GAF. ~Joan

🌟 The Engagement Plan – This heartwarming film is family-friendly and filled with faith!

Wade, a financial analyst, thinks he has his whole life figured out according to his plan, but when he visits his girlfriend Kayla’s family at their farm, he steps out of his comfortable city shoes, and begins to learn in a deeper way the wisdom in the words from Proverbs 16:9, “A man’s heart plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps.”

While Kayla’s parents aren’t sure if Wade is the right man for their daughter to marry, Wade is determined to prove them wrong.

The setting of this film on a family farm near harvest time is such a beautiful backdrop for this story. It was wonderful to see the way Kayla’s family trusted in and leaned on The Lord, in the big and simple things.

Some of the comedy is a bit silly and, perhaps, outlandish at times, but it made me laugh, so I hope it does the same for you. The faith elements to the story far outweigh any of the silly antics.

The entire cast is excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing veteran actors: Eva LaRue, Judd Nelson, Faith Ford, and Ted McGinley portray Wade and Kayla’s parents. Since Faith and Ted have worked together before, on the sitcom “Hope & Faith” and the movies: “Karen Kingsbury’s The Bridge,” Part One and Two, it was plain to see their natural ease with portraying husband and wife. I was also touched by the biblical wisdom they imparted to both Kayla and Wade.

The lead actor, Jack Schumacher, who portrayed Wade, was, in my opinion, the star of the movie. Whether he was humorous or serious, his performances were excellent throughout. My favorite scene of Jack’s was a quiet moment of reflection and rejection where he talks to God as he's looking around the farm and quotes from the 23rd Psalm, “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want… He maketh me to lie down in green pastures… He restores my soul.” Wade freely admits at a low moment in his life he needs his soul restored.

“The Engagement Plan” is a lighthearted, uplifting, and inspiring movie ideal for all ages. I pray it encourages many to grow and flourish in their faith. ~Net



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Promo video:




I hope you all will be inspired by these Great American Pure Flix films. I have seen three of these movies, thus far, and I can share that all three were deeply meaningful, uplifting, and inspirational- Mr. Manhattan, Finding Faith, and Divine Influencer.

Please share your thoughts on these movies in comments below.

God's Blessings,

Net

Great American Family Caters to Viewers and Brings Back Movies on Weeknights! 🎬 SEE HERE:

Catering Christmas, starring Merritt Patterson and Daniel Lissing
Image courtesy: Great American Media

REMINDER! Starting TODAY, original films, romantic comedies, inspirational stories, and even Christmas movies will return weeknights on Great American Family, 8pm/7c—12am/11c.

I know many of us have been hoping and requesting this for the last two months, and finally, our wish is coming true!

See all of the stars you love: Danica McKellar, Jesse Metcalfe, Brittany Bristow, Dan Jeannotte, Merritt Patterson, Daniel Lissing, and MORE!!!

Great American Family's 

Movie Schedule for this week:

Monday, June 3, 2024:

From Chicago with Love - 8pm

Swing into Romance - 10pm

Tuesday, June 4, 2024:

Craft Me a Romance - 8pm

Passport to Love - 10pm

Wednesday, June 5, 2024:

Harmony from the Heart - 8pm

A Royal Seaside Romance - 10pm

Thursday, June 6, 2024:

10 Steps to Love - 8pm

Home for Harvest - 10pm

Friday, June 7, 2024:

Love Can Surprise You - 8pm

Catering Christmas - 10pm

As for new movies, Merritt Patterson just recently filmed "A Vintage Christmas" with Christopher Russell for Nicely Entertainment.

The story, according to filmink: "In the small town of Oak Creek, Noah Harrington's (Christopher Russell) unpopular construction plans take a surprising turn when he discovers a cache of old Letters to Santa from the 1990s. Seeing an opportunity for redemption, he enlists the help of town historian, Tessa Findlay (Merritt Patterson), to fulfill the long-forgotten Christmas wishes. The pair embark on a heartwarming journey, rekindling the spirit of Christmas in the community, and before too long, an undeniable spark develops. But Noah is hiding a secret: Tessa's own childhood wish is among the letters. Can Noah salvage his job and the love of his life with a Christmas wish?"

I love how this story synopsis has a "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" feel to it!

No official announcement has been made on where this will air - stay tuned!

In addition to seeing Brittany Bristow in a movie this week on Great American Family, I can also share with you that she is another actress who has been busy filming. In April, she filmed a Christmas movie with Marcus Rosner for Reel One Entertainment.

Brittany is currently filming a new movie—today, in fact, is day one! She hasn't revealed her co-star yet, but she is encouraging her followers to guess who it might be.

Here is a behind-the-scenes screengrab from her new movie-

UPDATE: Brittany Bristow has revealed her co-star in her new movie is... Will Kemp!

I hope you all enjoy the movies 

this week on Great American Family!

Happy watching, Everyone!

Net

❤️ Happy Valentine's Day ❤️ Enjoy Rom-Com's Today on Great American Family and the Hallmark Channel

Happy Valentine's Day,
movie friends!

Roses are Red,

Violets are Blue,

I have some *LOVE*ly Movie Picks

Today just for YOU!!!

If you're looking for a heartwarming, lighthearted love story, there are several sweet romantic comedies airing today on Great American Family and the Hallmark Channel that you can enjoy on this Valentine's Day - sweetened up with candy hearts, cupids, "Be Mine" cards, red roses, and of course, lots of romance!

❤️ Valentine's Day Schedule: ❤️

[ February 14, 2024 ]

Great American Family:

A Charming Valentine - 4pm

Harmony from the Heart - 6pm

Passport to Love - 8pm

Hallmark Channel:

All of My Heart - 12pm

Love, Romance, and Chocolate - 2pm

Valentine Ever After - 4pm

Very, Very, Valentine - 6pm

My Secret Valentine - 8pm

I hope you found one or two movies you love in the schedule above.

Also, on this first day of Lent, it is the beginning of a special, holy season as we observe the 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday, marking the Resurrection of Jesus three days after his crucifixion. Jesus' sacrifice on the cross was the most perfect gift of love ever given to mankind. We love because He first loved us!

"Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God."

~1 John 4:7

In His Amazing Love,

Net

🌟 AND THE WINNER for the *IT'S A WONDERFUL MOVIE* FAVORITE TV MOVIE from 2022 is... 🌟 See Here 👉👉

Thank you to everyone who participated by voting in the polls for your favorite movies in the 13th Annual *It's a Wonderful Movie* Awards!

We had many great nominees for Favorite TV Movie in 2022 from Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries and UPtv! See ALL of the nominees and the ultimate winner below...

*IT'S A WONDERFUL MOVIE*

TV AWARD

FOR FAVORITE MOVIE:

Favorite TV Movie 2022 Nominees:

Always Amore - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Big Sky River - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
A Bridesmaid in Love - UPtv
Color My World With Love - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
The Engagement Plot – UPtv
Feeling Butterflies - Hallmark Channel
Fly Away With Me - Hallmark Channel
Harmony From The Heart - Great American Family
Hidden Gems - Hallmark Channel
Home for Harvest - Great American Family
Identical Love - Great American Family
Love in Bloom - Great American Family
Love in the Limelight - Hallmark Channel
Love in Wolf Creek – UPtv
Love on Fire - UPtv
Love on the Road - UPtv
Marry Go Round - Hallmark Channel
My Boss’ Wedding - Great American Family
North to Home - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Prescription for Love - Great American Family
The Presence of Love - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Romance in Style - Hallmark Channel
A Royal Seaside Romance - Great American Family
Styled with Love – UPtv
Warming Up to You - Hallmark Channel
The Wedding Fix - UPtv
The Wedding Veil - Hallmark Channel
The Wedding Veil Legacy - Hallmark Channel
The Wedding Veil Unveiled - Hallmark Channel
The Winter Palace - Great American Family

And the Favorite TV Movie

Winner is...

The Wedding Veil

Channel:

Hallmark Channel

Starring:

Lacey Chabert, Kevin McGarry,

Alison Sweeney and Autumn Reeser

The Top Three Results...

for "Favorite TV Movie" from 2022:

1st Place:

The Wedding Veil

Hallmark Channel

2nd Place:

Harmony From The Heart

Great American Family

3rd Place:

Always Amore

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Congratulations to Lacey Chabert, Kevin McGarry, Alison Sweeney, Autumn Reeser and the entire cast and crew for Hallmark Channel's The Wedding Veil! I was also delighted to see Great American Family take 2nd Place with their sweet romantic comedy, Harmony from the Heart, starring Jessica Lowndes and Jesse Metcalfe! Plus, it was nice to see Always Amore, a heartwarming Hallmark Movies & Mysteries drama starring Autumn Reeser and Tyler Hynes, take 3rd Place!

Thank you, again, to everyone who participated by voting. If you missed the Favorite Mystery Movie results, you can see those here. And please stay tuned; we'll be voting for our favorite Inspirational and Christmas TV Movies during Christmas in July!

Blessings to you all, 

and happy movie-watching!

Net 🎥

The Wedding Veil, Harmony from the Heart, and Always Amore are all available on DVD. Click on the movies below for more details.

Jesse Metcalfe's New Faith-Based Family Drama Coming This Easter!

Recently, actor Jesse Metcalfe (Chesapeake Shores, Martha's Vineyard Mysteries, A Country Wedding, Harmony from the Heart, and numerous other TV movies) shared a first-look on a new movie project he has coming out this April.

This new movie won't be airing on TV, and typically my main focus is only there, but since Jesse is one of my personal favorite actors, and this movie is faith-based, I thought it was important to share.

Jesse's upcoming inspirational movie project is On a Wing and a Prayer; it was first announced back in October, 2021 via Variety, but now we have an official premiere date - April 7th on Amazon Prime Video, right before Easter! (Easter Sunday is April 9th, by the way!)

On a Wing and a Prayer storyline: "After their pilot dies unexpectedly mid-flight, Doug White's (Dennis Quaid) has to safely land a plane and save his entire family from insurmountable danger."

From the production company, MGM’s Lightworkers... Roma Downey (Touched by an Angel) is the producer, and besides Jesse Metcalfe, the film also stars Dennis Quaid (I Can Only Imagine, Yours, Mine & Ours, Soul Surfer), Heather Graham (Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer), Brandon Quinn (A Welcome Home Christmas, Cloudy With a Chance of Christmas), James Healy Jr. (Love at the Christmas Contest, A Thousand Tomorrows), Brett Rice (USS Christmas, The Case for Christ) and more.

Heather Graham, Roma Downey, and Jesse Metcalfe
at the screening of A Wing and a Prayer

According to EW, Dennis Quaid plays Doug White, a real-life man who took control of a twin-engine plane after the pilot died mid-flight. Heather Graham portrays Doug's wife and eventual co-pilot, Terri. Jesse Metcalfe portrays the pilot who connects with Doug from the ground to help him safely land the plane at a nearby airstrip."

Jesse Metcalfe is no stranger to religious, uplifting films; he also starred in the faith-based film God's Not Dead 2, and he has another new movie, titled Golden Influencer, that will be coming out on the faith and family streaming movie platform, Pureflix.

Do you have a favorite Jesse Metcalfe movie? For me, that is such a difficult question to answer since I love all of his movies so much, but if I absolutely had to say, my response would have to be Number 1: A Country Wedding, Number 2: Christmas Next Door, and Number 3: Harmony from the Heart tied with Christmas Under the Stars. Please share your favorites in comments below.

I hope many of you will be able to see Jesse this April in On a Wing and a Prayer.

Blessings, 

Net

Movie Reviews:

✈ I watched "On A Wing and A Prayer" yesterday, and I will say it was entertaining and kept me watching, but I had to fast forward a lot of scenes. Sadly, a lot of it disturbed me. There were multiple bar/alcohol drinking and bar singer scenes, the wife who was a believer dressed kinda sleazy. The daughters as well. -Concerning the revealing outfits.. I know we see this in our secular chic flicks, but I expected better for a Christian film. Also, the character that Jesse Metcalfe played, he and his girlfriend friend were living together, not married, even after the end, in the epilogue. This was a no for me. Hollywood's version of a Christian movie. Too immoral. I wouldn't feel comfortable showing this to my younger siblings or friends. Sad, I was hoping this would be a good one. ~Abigail

✈ On a Wing and a Prayer – I decided to try this movie, which is marketed as a faith-based film, since it was still available to watch free with my Amazon Prime. In my opinion, there are some intense scenes, some brief language, and casual drinking, which I feel is better suited for a mature audience. The one quick scene I must strongly caution is when Dan, a supporting cast member, drinks too much and meets a woman at a bar. They are very flirtatious with one another, and we are made aware that they leave together, but that’s it. The point of showing this is because this character is typically irresponsible, and the next day, he has one of the biggest missions of his life. I thought Dennis Quaid’s performance as the loving husband and father Doug White was excellent, especially when he had to take over flying the plane with his wife and two daughters on board when the pilot perished mid-flight. Due to other circumstances in his life, Doug was seriously questioning his faith in God. Jesse Metcalfe’s character, Kari Sorenson, is a real-life pilot and flight instructor who is coping with the grief of losing his family previously in a plane crash. Kari is suddenly tasked with trying to help Doug land the plane through a storm and what seems like insurmountable odds. This film has a powerful message about trusting and leaning on God through all situations in our lives and allowing God to use our weaknesses for His Glory. Overall, the meaning behind this film was very encouraging and inspirational. I also enjoyed the music that was chosen near the end, including the “Hallelujah” song and the beautiful old hymn “I’ll Fly Away,” which was sung by Dennis Quaid. I would recommend this film only for a mature audience who enjoys action-adventure. ~Net

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Reminder: "Harmony From The Heart" Encore Airings on GAC Family + Movie Reviews... 💕

GAC Family recently posted this news to their Facebook page:

We're happy to announce 4 encore presentations 

of "Harmony From The Heart" 

for you to watch and record!

💕 Friday, March 18, 4a AND 12p ET

💕 Monday, March 21, 12p ET

💕 Wednesday, March 23, 4a ET

on #GACfamilyTV!

"Harmony From The Heart" stars Jessica Lowndes (An Autumn Romance, Angel Falls Christmas, High Flying Romance) and Jesse Metcalfe (Martha's Vineyard Mystery, Chesapeake Shores). There was such a terrific response from my followers here after this movie premiered in February on GAC Family - that I decided to re-share our reviews here... Enjoy!


Movie Reviews for "Harmony From The Heart":

💗 "Loved Harmony Of The Heart. Great chemistry and the singing was beautiful." ~Misty

💗 "Harmony from the Heart is another big win for GAC Family!! And 2 new movies next month?! Squeal!!" -Maria

💗 "Harmony Of The Heart is close to perfection! What a beautiful story! Loved everything about this movie. I have watched it 3 times already. The singing blew me away. To Bill Abbott I say "THANK YOU" for giving us these beautiful stories. Praying God will bless GAC to soar above all expectations." ~kitkat

💗 "So happy to see someone say that didn't like "The Wedding Veil Unveiled". I thought I thought I was the only one!! I just could not get into that movie! The role just didn't seem to fit Autumn Reeser. I finally changed the channel and watched Harmony of the Heart...great movie by the way!" ~Joyce in Carolina

💗 "Heartwarming and hilarious – this Valentine’s Day themed movie is the perfect mix of romance, drama and comedy! One minute, I was misty-eyed and the next, I was laughing out loud! Jesse Metcalfe and Jessica Lowndes had just the right amount of chemistry, starting off at odds, and then gradually, that tension eased. Jessica’s character, Violet, is determined that her musical therapy can help improve one's emotional well-being and physical health, while Jesse Metcalfe’s character, Dr. Blake Williams, a heart surgeon, is not convinced, until he watches, day by day, as Violet works with his grandfather. The ensemble cast was wonderful! Loved Violet’s witty best friend, Desiree, a hopeful romantic - who owns a flower shop, Blake’s fun, energetic brother, Max, who owns a chocolate shop, and Blake’s grandparents, who were equally wonderful in their roles. I truly felt actress Susan Hogan’s heart, as the grandmother, watching her husband struggle with therapy, especially knowing in real life, how she has watched her husband go through medical struggles and triumphs since his fall in early 2020. The singing was beautiful throughout the movie, and I loved the emotion of all of these characters. “Harmony from the Heart” is a very sweet movie, one I look forward to watching over and over again!" ~Net


Hope many of you will enjoy the encore airings of this *heart*warming Valentine's Day themed movie on GAC Family!

If you'd like to share a review for this movie, too, please do so in comments below.

Blessings on your day, Net 💕

💕 Happy Valentine's Day Weekend! 💕 See New & Classic Romantic Comedies and Heartfelt Dramas! #valentinesday SEE HERE:

You are sure to fall in love with the movies airing on TV this Saturday, Sunday, and Valentine's Day, which lands on a Monday this year! There are new, lighthearted rom-coms, beloved, heartwarming movie classics, plus heart-pounding mystery marathons!

See all the details below...

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Saturday, February 12, 2022:

Harmony From The Heart

A music therapist (Jessica Lowndes) and an established physician (Jesse Metcalfe) initially clash over the care of a shared patient. But as Valentine’s Day approaches, they might find that music and love make excellent remedies.

Harmony From The Heart

Premieres Saturday, February 12, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on GAC Family

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Saturday, February 12, 2022:

The Wedding Veil Unveiled

Emmа (Autumn Reeser) trаvels to Itаly to teаch аnd reseаrch а wedding veil sаid to bring its owner love in the second instаllment of the trilogy. She meets Pаolo (Pаolo Bernаrdini), the son of а lаce-mаking fаmily in the аreа, while she is there.

The Wedding Veil Unveiled

Premieres Saturday, February 12, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, February 12, 2022:

Signed, Sealed, Delivered Movie Marathon

Valentine’s day is a special holiday to send a card or letter to someone you love! Watch as the POstables deliver lost letters at just the right time. Included in the marathon is the Valentine-themed movie: “Signed Sealed Delivered: From the Heart.”

Signed, Sealed, Delivered Movie Marathon
on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries:

*Signed Sealed Delivered: From Paris with Love - 9am/8c.
*Signed Sealed Delivered: Truth be Told - 11am/10c.
*Signed Sealed Delivered: The Impossible Dream - 1pm/12c.
*Signed Sealed Delivered: From the Heart - 3pm/2c.
*Signed Sealed Delivered: One in a Million - 5pm/4c.
*Signed Sealed Delivered: Lost Without You - 7pm/6c.

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Saturday, February 12, 2022:

Notable Rom-Com Classics airing Saturday...



Hallmark Channel:

*Amazing Winter Romance
*Love on the Sidelines
*Love, Of Course
*Butlers in Love
*A Country Wedding
*The Wedding Veil: Unveiled - NEW!
*The Baker's Son




UPtv:

*Love Finds a Home
*Love Takes Wing
*Love Begins
*Love is a Piece of Cake
*Cooking Up Love
*Listen Out for Love
*Love at Sunset Terrace
*Love by Accident
*Love on the Road

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Sunday, February 13, 2022:

Notable Rom-Com Classics airing Sunday...



Hallmark Channel:

*Harvest Love
*My Secret Valentine
*A Little Daytime Drama
*Love Takes Flight
*October Kiss




UPtv:

*Brimming with Love
*Art of Falling in Love
*Love Finds You in Sugarcreek
*Love & Where to Find It
*Can't Buy My Love
*The Story of Love - NEW!
*Love Stories in Sunflower Valley
*Love on the Vines

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Sunday, February 13, 2022:

The Story of Love

Ruby, an aspiring romance novelist, joins a writers retreat in Tahoe hosted by her literary hero and hottest writer around, Marcus Harlow, in order to win a lucrative book deal. But when Woody, the outdoorsy hotel owner, shows her the beauty of nature, Ruby wonders if she’s been writing the wrong kinds of stories to impress people like Marcus.

The Story of Love

Premieres Sunday, February 13, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Monday, February 14, 2022:

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries Marathon

Hallmark has a special Aurora Teagarden movie guide you can download - here!

The Aurora Teagarden Mysteries Marathon begins Monday night, February 14th, with Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Bone to Pick and lasts all week long - leading up to all day marathons next weekend and the premiere of Aurora Teagarden: Haunted by Murder on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries on Sunday night, February 20th.

Happy sleuthing!

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Monday, February 14, 2022:



Hallmark Channel's Valentine's Day Movie Marathon
includes these highlights:

*Valentine Ever After
*All Things Valentine
*Very, Very, Valentine
*Love, Romance & Chocolate

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I hope many of the movies mentioned above will pull at your heartstrings on this Valentine's Day Weekend!

It's disappointing we won't have the kitten bowl this Sunday on the Hallmark Channel, which used to be an annual tradition on the day of the Super Bowl. However, you can still see the Puppy Bowl on Discovery+ and Animal Planet, which includes a halftime show with cats!

UPDATE: Variety.com is exclusively reporting today-
"The Kitten Bowl, once a Hallmark Channel staple, has officially moved to GAC Media, Variety can exclusively reveal. The new special, set to premiere on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, will be titled “Great American Rescue Bowl.”

So... we can look forward to the kitties returning next year, along with cats, puppies and dogs, on GAC! As a cat and dog lover myself, I'm so happy to hear this news. Bill Abbott, the CEO of GAC Media, has been such a champion for finding homes for orphaned animals. I'm so glad these cats (and dogs, too!) have found a new home on GAC Family!

I hope you all have a lovely, relaxing weekend. Always remember... God loves you with an everlasting love. Praise God for His unfailing love!

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!

Blessings to You All!

In His Amazing Love, Net

SHARING HIS LOVE:💕

“Though the mountains be shaken

and the hills be removed,

yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken

nor my covenant of peace be removed,”

says the LORD, who has compassion on you.”

~Isaiah 54:10 

"Beloved, let us alove one another:

for love is of God;

and every one that loveth is born of God,

and knoweth God.

He that loveth not

knoweth not God; for God is love."

~1 John 4:7 & 8

💗 Harmony from the Heart 💗 a GAC Family Movie Premiere Starring Jesse Metcalfe & Jessica Lowndes!

Celebrate Valentine's day a few days early with a *heart*felt movie presentation from GAC Family. Catch the premiere of "Harmony from the Heart" on Saturday, February 12th!

See all the movie details below...

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Harmony from the Heart
All-New GAC Family Original
Saturday, February 12, 2022 (8pm/7c.)

Storyline: A music therapist and an established physician initially clash over the care of a shared patient. But as Valentine’s Day approaches, they might find that music and love make excellent remedies.

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Movie Reviews:

💗 "Loved Harmony Of The Heart. Great chemistry and the singing was beautiful." ~Misty

💗 "Harmony from the Heart is another big win for GAC Family!! And 2 new movies next month?! Squeal!!" -Maria

💗 "Harmony Of The Heart is close to perfection! What a beautiful story! Loved everything about this movie. I have watched it 3 times already. The singing blew me away. To Bill Abbott I say "THANK YOU" for giving us these beautiful stories. Praying God will bless GAC to soar above all expectations." ~kitkat

💗 "So happy to see someone say that didn't like "The Wedding Veil Unveiled". I thought I thought I was the only one!! I just could not get into that movie! The role just didn't seem to fit Autumn Reeser. I finally changed the channel and watched Harmony of the Heart...great movie by the way!" ~Joyce in Carolina

💗 "Heartwarming and hilarious – this Valentine’s Day themed movie is the perfect mix of romance, drama and comedy! One minute, I was misty-eyed and the next, I was laughing out loud! Jesse Metcalfe and Jessica Lowndes had just the right amount of chemistry, starting off at odds, and then gradually, that tension eased. Jessica’s character, Violet, is determined that her musical therapy can help improve one's emotional well-being and physical health, while Jesse Metcalfe’s character, Dr. Blake Williams, a heart surgeon, is not convinced, until he watches, day by day, as Violet works with his grandfather. The ensemble cast was wonderful! Loved Violet’s witty best friend, Desiree, a hopeful romantic - who owns a flower shop, Blake’s fun, energetic brother, Max, who owns a chocolate shop, and Blake’s grandparents, who were equally wonderful in their roles. I truly felt actress Susan Hogan’s heart, as the grandmother, watching her husband struggle with therapy, especially knowing in real life, how she has watched her husband go through medical struggles and triumphs since his fall in early 2020. The singing was beautiful throughout the movie, and I loved the emotion of all of these characters. “Harmony from the Heart” is a very sweet movie, one I look forward to watching over and over again!" ~Net

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My Quick Take:

I think it's wonderful GAC Family has created this heartwarming movie to celebrate Valentine's Day, especially since this is the network's very first time marking this holiday.

It's also nice to see Jessica Lowndes on GAC Family again. "Harmony from the Heart" is Jessica's third movie with GAC Family; her previous two films are: "An Autumn Romance" and "Angel Falls Christmas." Jesse Metcalfe, in contrast, will make his first appearance on GAC Family with this romantic comedy. I'm hoping we will see even more of him - throughout the year!

It's also wonderful to see actress Susan Hogan ("The Christmas Secret," "The Wedding March") is part of this ensemble cast in "Harmony from the Heart." As many of us know, her real-life husband, Michael (who starred alongside her in "The Christmas Secret"), has been dealing with a serious medical injury for two years now. As he has been gradually improving, it's been a joy to see Susan acting again.

The movie explores the connection between music therapy and it's healing powers in improving one's emotional well-being and physical health. I'm fully convinced that a cheerful heart is good for the soul and body. As scripture tells us, "A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones." ~Proverbs 17:22

I'm looking forward to seeing how Jessica Lowndes's character, Violet, will convince the strictly by-the-book Dr. Blake Williams (Jesse Metcalfe) in the medicinal power of music. It will also be a treat to hear Jesse Metcalfe & Jessica Lowndes sing in this movie, since they both have such lovely voices.

UPDATE: See my movie review, along with others, above! ^

If you'd like to share a review after this movie premieres, please do so in comments below and I'll be sure to add it to this post above.

Blessings to you all, Net

images courtesy: GAC Family


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