💕🎾 Go on a Retreat and Catch New Romantic-Comedies This Weekend on TV... 🌊🌞

New movies premiere this weekend on Great American Family, the Hallmark Channel and UPtv. See details below...


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Saturday, August 13, 2022:

Retreat to Paradise

Storyline: Ellie (Melanie Stone) tends to injured tennis star Jordan (Casey Elliott) as he heals from a shoulder injury. He's selfish and miserable but with Ellie's help, both start to hope for a brighter future together.

Retreat to Paradise

Premieres Saturday, August 13, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

*Reminder: Great American Family is now airing movies all weekend long - Saturday and Sunday. See the complete schedule - here.




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Saturday, August 13, 2022:

Romance in Style

Storyline: Ella’s (Jaicy Elliot) unique designs inspire publishing mogul Derek (Benjamin Hollingsworth) to include plus-sized fashion in his magazine. It’s not long before Derek realizes that Ella’s influence reaches far beyond the catwalk.

Romance in Style

Saturday, August 13, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, August 14, 2022:

Love, Game, Match

Storyline via UPtv: When economics teacher and new-in-town Liz challenges her high school students to create business plans, she has no idea that the class winners will actually start their own matchmaking service! Asked to set up her own profile to help them kickstart their careers, as well as team up with handsome tennis coach Ted to organize the school carnival, Liz must navigate the dynamics of this new school, as well as the algorithms of her own heart.

Love, Game, Match

Premieres Sunday, August 14, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, August 14, 2022:

Chesapeake Shores

The last and final season of the series begins this Sunday night.

Season 6, Episode 1 - The Best is Yet to Come:

Storyline: The O'Brien family comes together in the aftermath of Connor's heart attack; Jess and David deal with media fallout after Dennis Peck goes on the run; everyone finally discovers who Abby called.

Chesapeake Shores

airs Sunday nights

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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My thoughts on the movies premiering this weekend...

Please note: I am aware that "The Journey Ahead" will also premiere this weekend on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, but I've decided not to promote this movie. From what I'm hearing, the younger woman in the story may be struggling with revealing her sexual identity. Even though I won't be watching this movie, as a Christian, I believe it's important to show the love of Christ to everyone and pray for others.

As for "Romance in Style," which is premiering on the Hallmark Channel, I know there are some mixed feelings on this movie premiere since it focuses on body image. Frankly, I don't think this should be an issue, whatsoever; and I hope it is handled in a mature, respectful way. We'll see.

On a brighter, positive movie note... I can tell you that "Love, Game, Match," which is premiering on UPtv Sunday night, is a delightful, family-friendly movie. Both Maria (a loyal reviewer here) and I got the chance to see this movie early and you can read our reviews here:

"Love, Game, Match" movie reviews:

🎾 "Found an early download of Love, Game, Match, and I can confirm it's clean and enjoyable! I hope you all like it when it airs." –Maria

🎾 “I screened “Love, Game, Match” through UPtv, and it is very sweet and family-friendly. I enjoyed the low-key chemistry between the leads, Ted and Liz, who are both teachers working at the same school and get tasked with working on the school’s annual Carnival Day together. Liz is an Economics teacher and Ted teaches Physical Education. Two of Liz’s students are working on a matchmaking business for class, and they talk her into trying it. It’s great fun to watch Liz go on several bad dates, while enjoying working with Ted on their carnival project. If you are expecting to see a lot of tennis in this movie, based on the title, then you will be disappointed. There’s some talk about tennis, and we see a few short scenes of practice on the court, but nothing substantial. I did enjoy the additional storyline of Ted’s parents celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary and the surprise gift for his father. Overall, there is some stiff acting, here and there, so this wasn’t a grand-slam win for me, but “Love, Game, Match” was still an enjoyable, light-hearted watch. One caution: adults do sip wine at a wine testing and party, but that’s it. Also, I thought the title, “Love, Game, Match,” was very clever– since it relates to both tennis and matchmaking.” ~Net

And last, but not least, for the movies... I'm very excited that Great American Family launches their first Saturday night movie premiere this weekend with "Retreat to Paradise." I've enjoyed seeing the lead actress, Melanie Stone, in previous movies, such as: "Love, Lost and Found" and "Miracle Maker: A Christmas Tale", so I'm hoping this one will be good, too. I read some reviews at Amazon for Retreat to Paradise, and it looks like everyone agrees that the movie is clean family entertainment, so that is great news. We also received an Anonymous review (see here) that the movie is family-friendly.



Whatever you watch or do, I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Note: I have not pre-screened the new TV movies listed above. If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments.

Happy movie watching, everyone!

Blessings to you all, Net

☀ SHINING HIS LIGHT: ☀

"For ALL have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God."

~Romans 3:23

"But God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, 

Christ died for us."

Romans 5:8

"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins 

and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

~1 John 1:9

I hope these scriptures from the Bible will touch the heart of everyone who reads them.

NEW on Great American Family - See MOVIES ALL-DAY Saturday AND Sunday!

Great American Family made this special announcement today via their social media platforms...

"MOVIES are now on Great American Family ALL-DAY Saturday AND Sunday!"


Here's the complete movie schedule:


Saturday, August 13, 2022:

Accidentally Engaged ... Great American Family ... 6 AM
The Office Mix-Up ... Great American Family ... 8 AM
Scents and Sensibility ... Great American Family ... 10 AM
It Happened One Valentine's ... Great American Family ... 12 PM
Save the Wedding ... Great American Family ... 2 PM
The Winter Palace ... Great American Family ... 4 PM
A Winter Wedding ... Great American Family ... 6 PM
Retreat to Paradise ... Great American Family ... 8 PM *NEW
Harmony From the Heart ... Great American Family ... 10 PM


Sunday, August 14, 2022:

An Autumn Romance ... Great American Family ... 12 AM
Love on the Rise ... Great American Family ... 2 AM
Autumn Stables ... Great American Family ... 4 AM
Home Sweet Home ... Great American Family ... 6 AM
The Winter Palace ... Great American Family ... 8 AM
Harmony From the Heart ... Great American Family ... 10 AM
An Hour Behind ... Great American Family ... 12 PM
Love on the Rise ... Great American Family ... 2 PM
The Office Mix-Up ... Great American Family ... 4 PM
Retreat to Paradise ... Great American Family ... 6 PM *NEW Movie Encore 
Coffee Shop ... Great American Family ... 8 PM
Autumn Stables ... Great American Family ... 10 PM


Monday, August 15, 2022:

Accidentally Engaged ... Great American Family ... 12 AM
A Winter Wedding ... Great American Family ... 2 AM
Scents and Sensibility ... Great American Family ... 4 AM


Hope you'll enjoy many of the movies airing this upcoming weekend on Great American Family. Since the airing of "Retreat to Paradise" has been moved up a week, I'm hearing something else new may take it's place next week on August 20th - stay tuned! At this time, "Love in Bloom" is still scheduled to premiere on August 27th!

Please be sure to check back - if there are any additional changes.

Blessings, Net

📣 TV ALERT! *Great American Family* Announces New Movies Begin This Saturday - August 13th!

Surprise news today from Great American Family! Their new Saturday night movie premieres will begin this weekend with "Retreat to Paradise." Stay tuned for details on the rest of their movie schedule for August.

GAC Family Network posted this image below to their social media with this message: 

"Good news! By popular demand, the Great American Family “Retreat To Paradise” network premiere is moving to THIS Saturday, August 13, 8p ET / 5p PT, our gift to you!"

Please note: the schedule on your TV guide may not be updated, yet, but "Retreat to Paradise" is definitely premiering THIS Saturday!

Happy movie watching! Net

Great American Family's AUGUST 2022 TV Movie Premieres! 🌴🌞🌹 SEE HERE:

"Great American Family kicks-off "New Movie Saturday Nights" on Saturday, August 13th, with "Retreat To Paradise" starring Melanie Stone and Brian Krause, followed by "Identical Love," starring Shae Robins and Mason Davis on Saturday, August 20th, and "Love in Bloom," starring Susie Abromeit and Julian Haig, on Saturday, August 27th!

See details on these movies below...

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Retreat To Paradise

Network: Great American Family

Original Air Date: August 13, 2022

"Retreat To Paradise" is an acquired film for GAC Media. It first became available to stream in December of 2020, and is currently available to stream free with ads at Amazon via freevee.

Starring: Melanie Stone, Casey Elliott, and Brian Krause

Storyline: Ellie tends to injured tennis star Jordan as he heals from a shoulder injury. He's selfish and miserable but with Ellie's help, both start to hope for a brighter future together.

Movie Review:

🌴🌞 "Retreat to Paradise is family friendly. Jordan is recovering from a shoulder injury and his grumpiness tempts Ellie, his carer, to leave him to his misery. But will romance finally blossom? Sparks fly between a physical therapist and an injured tennis star who is temporarily living at a tropical resort. When Ellie is a certainly doctor to retreat Jordan’s shoulder injury in paradise? She is gonna leave home to paradise but Neal is reading newspaper 📰 & begs Ellie to stay in paradise. She is sitting on the deck in the paradise by the oceanfront water." ~Anonymous

🌴🌞 "I enjoyed Retreat to Paradise and Love, Game, Match. Both are family-friendly." ~Allie B

🌴🌞 "Retreat to Paradise is a beautiful movie!" -Maria

🌴🌞 "I agree Maria! Really enjoyed this movie." ~kitkat

🌴🌞 "Retreat to Paradise - Family friendly. I enjoyed this lighthearted rom-com. At first, I wasn’t certain about Jordan’s attitude. He warmed up a little when he revealed his insecurities; however, Jordan faltered some near the end. Eventually, he came around again, and I could feel the chemistry between Jordan and his therapist, Ellie. Overall, a sweet movie with beautiful scenery and a happy ending." ~Net

*Retreat To Paradise has 4.0 out of 5 stars at Amazon. You can read the reviews here.

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Identical Love

Network: Great American Family

Original Air Date: August 20, 2022

Starring: Shae Robins and Mason Davis

Storyline: After being left at the altar, Dr. Charlotte Hudson signs up to volunteer in a health clinic in a tropical country, but her plans of escaping are thrown off when she comes across her former fiancé's twin brother, Seth.

Movie Reviews:

🌴🌞 "Identical Love was better than I expected. Beautifully shot and pretty well acted. I actually liked the connection between the widow and ophthalmologist maybe a little bit more than the doctor and dentist, but appreciated how they handled the difficulty of dating your ex-fiance's twin brother." ~Anonymous

🌴🌞 "Identical Love is such a great movie! Beatiful location, a lot of kindness and love!" ~Oksanka

🌴🌞 "Identical Love is family friendly. There’s Bible Verse on the table. Elijah calls off the wedding with Charlotte. Dr. Charlotte Hudson Ph.D takes Dr. Lewis’ place so, she can go to tropical islands calls “The Philippines”, when she signs up to volunteer in a health clinic in a tropical country. When she meets Henry owns Ariana Sallow Medical Foundation? There’s only 3 doctors including Charlotte, Dr. Maya Solis OD, eye doctor, & Dr. Seth Adkins, Dentist. Charlotte sees Elijah there but Henry says Dr. Seth Adkins, a Dentist. Charlotte & Seth knew each other. Seth tells Maya that Charlotte was Seth’s Twin Brother’s former fiancée. Seth & Charlotte have horseback riding & take some pictures while their horses on the break. Charlotte takes a second chance of love for Seth. Henry Sallow is widowed when Maya talks with Henry. Seth tells Henry that Matters of the Heart. Seth & Charlotte try to get along because Charlotte thought about Seth’s Twin Brother; Elijah. Could Charlotte love Elijah’s Twin Brother; Seth, who he is? Seth get bracelet for Charlotte at the market. Seth tells Charlotte that it’s only thing that matter to me is you. When Seth kisses his Twin Brother’s former fiancée; Charlotte. Henry, Maya, Seth, & Charlotte go somewhere else where’s the patients waiting." ~Anonymous

🌴🌞 "Watched Identical Love and really enjoyed a fresh new storyline." ~Anonymous

🌴🌞 "Identical Love is wonderful!" -Maria

🌴🌞 "Identical Love - Family friendly and sweet! I definitely felt a spark between Charlotte and Seth. It was handled in such a gentle, sensitive way, considering she was previously engaged to his twin brother. It was beautiful to see both Charlotte and Seth helping people in remote areas with poor circumstances with their medical needs. The setting was gorgeous. Overall, a very nice movie I’ll enjoy seeing whenever it repeats on Great American Family." ~Net

🌴🌞 "Identical Love isn't a bad movie at all but it could have been so much better. I enjoyed Mason Davis although I had some reservations about Shae Robins. Of course she had a part to play and I couldn't even begin to imagine how it would feel to be jilted on your wedding day. However Seth had no resonsibility for Elijah's actions and while it would obviously be embarrassing to meet up with him again why should you judge him for his brother and treat him pretty shabbily? Moreover looking at it objectively perhaps Elijah was really loth to actually break-up and kept putting it off but if he had realised they weren't really suited wasn't it far better not to go through with the wedding instead of breaking up down the line when children might be involved? Of course he should have called things off far sooner. The highlight of the movie was the scenery which was magnificent and I really enjoyed the gentle burgeoning romance between Scott Christopher and Shona Kay as Henry and Maya two other members of the team and it was heartwarming to see the medical care they all provided to so many. While I don't personally like it where one of the parties has been married before in this case they both had so I don't mind it as things are evened up! The big problem for me is that I don't feel the issues are resolved at the end For most of the movie Charlotte was still struggling with her feelings for Elijah and even close to the end when Seth attempted to kiss her she turned away and was obviously still in thrall to her ex. Does Charlotte really love Seth or is she forcing herself into believing she does? I think Elijah should have mase a re-appearance so she could have made a definitive choice (for Seth of course)! In fact although personally I'm not a fan of sequels (e.g. The NIne Kittens Of Christmas totally destroyed what was one of Hallmark's all time best movies Nine Lives Of Christmas which had the most perfect and best ending of any of their movies) I do believe this one of the few which cries out for one. There is so much scope. Seth and Charlotte could return home and Elijah re-enter the picture deciding he had made the biggest mistake of his life and make a play for Charlotte's affections again trying to throw spanners into the works. We could see the angst Seth would go through and at the end Charlotte could realise who the better man was whom she truly loved and choose Seth without reservation. I would rate this movie a 6 which is a reasonablr score but it had so much untapped potential" – Florence

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Love in Bloom

Network: Great American Family

Original Air Date: August 27, 2022

Starring: Susie Abromeit and Julian Haig

*Images via: Production company - Nicely Entertainment

Storyline: Amelia (Susie Abromeit) has the perfect life; a successful floristry in Chicago and a boyfriend who is about to propose. When her soon-to-be-married little sister and fiancé become marooned at a mountain retreat days before their wedding in Primrose River Australia, Amelia and the Best Man, Grayson Tanner (Julian Haig), are tasked with stepping in to save the wedding. Amelia finds new meaning in the town’s beautiful gardens, and love where she least expected.

Trailer:

Movie Reviews:

🌹 "Love in Bloom - is such a lovely, heartwarming, beautiful movie with a sweet romance, a delightful ensemble cast, and an adorable baby kangaroo; you are sure to fall in love with it! I certainly did! I loved all the flower details that related to love and growing to your potential. Family friendly and simply gorgeous! Love in Bloom is a definite keeper - that I look forward to watching over and over again! Susie Abromeit was so pretty in her sister’s flowy and feminine dresses; she shined in this film, and I can’t wait to see her future projects on Great American Family!" ~Net

🌹 "Love in Bloom is a very beautiful movie! 1000% recommend. Plus, the trailers for 2 of GAF's September movies are wonderful!" –Maria

🌹 "Review: ‘Love In Bloom’ is an awesome romantic comedy on Great American Family Amelia Hart (Susie Abromeit) has a picture-perfect life: a successful floristry in Chicago and a boyfriend who is about to propose. When her soon-to-be-married little sister and fiancé become marooned at a mountain retreat days before their wedding in Primrose River Australia, Amelia, and the best man, a vet named Grayson Tanner (Julian Haig), are tasked with stepping in to save the wedding. Most of the story underscores the values of love and having an affinity for wildlife and the animals in nature. Amelia finds new meaning in the town’s beautiful gardens, and love, when she least expects it. This story is quite inspirational, and hopefully, it will stimulate fans and viewers to form stronger bonds in their personal lives and foster harmony in their relationships. The film’s musical score certainly helps elevate it to a higher level. It’s a neat story about protagonist Amelia Hart finding herself, and it is very warm, poignant, and relatable. It has all the ingredients and it pays a fitting tribute to the timeless and nostalgic romantic comedy. The cinematography is stunning, and the Australian culture and wildlife featured in the film are an added bonus. Susie Abromeit and Julian Haig did an excellent job portraying the female and male leads in the film. Veteran actress Monette Lee was marvelous as the witty and sensational Mrs. Popp, while iconic Australian actor Steven Tandy was remarkable in a subtle performance as Mr. Poppy. Melinda Vidler (Bonnie) and Jason Wilder (Jake) gave viewers yet another quintessential love story within the movie. Equally noteworthy were Lin Yin as Piper and Artin John as Peter respectively. some visually striking scenery and some of the most magnificent animals on the globe." ~Anonymous

🌹 "Love in Bloom is the most beautiful movie I've seen all year! Kudos to Great American Family!" ~Allie B

🌹 "I agree with you, Allie B. I DVRd it. It was a gentle movie, just beautiful. Was that a baby wallaby? It was so adorable!" ~Namegirl

🌹 "I want to join with the others in sending thumbs up for Love In Bloom to GFAM. What a beautiful movie! The dresses were exquisite! A keeper for me." ~kitkat

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It's so nice to see "Love in Bloom" will now have this air date on Great American Family - at the end of August! I know many of us have been looking forward to seeing this movie for awhile now. I sure hope it's as lovely as the movie images above. UPDATE: See my review and others above! 

Have any of you seen "Retreat To Paradise?" If so, I would love to hear your thoughts on it in comments below. IMDB lists it with the rating TV-G. You may be familiar with the lead actress, Melanie Stone, from the movies: My Christmas Inn, Christmas Wonderland, and Love, Lost & Found and the lead actor, Casey Elliott, from An Hour Behind, which also aired previously on GAC Family.

Happy movie watching! Net

PRESS RELEASE: GAC FAMILY to Kick Off New Movie Premieres Every Saturday Night - beginning August 20th!

I received this press release (below) from GAC Family, which highlights all the details of Great American Family’s NEW MOVIE SATURDAY NIGHTS programming event. I wanted to share it with all of you, as well, as we look forward to the exciting return of new movie premieres on GAC Family - next month!


PRESS RELEASE via GAC Family...

MELANIE STONE, CASEY ELLIOTT

AND BRIAN KRAUSE STAR IN

RETREAT TO PARADISE,

US CABLE TELEVISION PREMIERE,

GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY, AUGUST 20

Movie Kicks Off New Premieres Every Saturday Night

NEW YORK, NY – July 14, 2022 – Great American Family, America’s family-friendly destination for holiday movies and seasonal rom coms, today announced Melanie Stone (Little Women, Cupid for Christmas), Casey Elliott (An Hour Behind, Out of Liberty) and Brian Krause (The Closer, Charmed) star in Retreat to Paradise, a US Cable Television Premiere airing on the network, Saturday, August 20 at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT. Retreat to Paradise is the first film in Great American Family’s NEW MOVIE SATURDAY NIGHTS program event, premiering all new movies every Saturday night beginning August 20 through October 22. Great American Family previously announced the network’s highly anticipated holiday extravaganza, Great American Christmas, returns October 28 with all-new original Christmas movies and holiday content 24/7.

In Retreat to Paradise, Ellie Vaughn (Stone) tends to cantankerous and injured international tennis star Jordan Greer (Elliott) as he heals from a potentially career-ending shoulder injury. Jordan’s fear of being in even more pain and his lack of motivation has Ellie desiring to leave him in his misery, though longtime coach Neal (Krause) is not ready to throw in the towel on the idea that Jordan will recover and return to the courts. Little by little, Jordan comes to realize Ellie is exactly who he needs in his life at this moment, and he hopes that she will feel the same way.

Retreat to Paradise is executive produced by Brian Brough, Steven A. Lee, and Brittany Wiscombe. The film is directed by Brian Brough from an original screenplay by Brittany Wiscombe.

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ABOUT GAC Media
GAC Media, LLC is home to Great American Channels: Great American Family: Stories Well Told and Great American Living: Life Well Lived. As the flagship service, Great American Family features family-friendly series, original holiday movies and seasonal romcoms that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Living is the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates American family-friendly traditions every day and every season. GAC Media, LLC was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

** PRESS RELEASE VIA SLAY MEDIA **

You can see even more details and images for Retreat to Paradise - here!

Blessings, Net