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The miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream begins in the1940s, when Joseph Jackson (Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs) and Katherine (AngelaBassett) meet and fall in love, and ends in the 1980s, when their sons reunitefor the 1983 Victory Tour that brought them back together as the Jacksons. During the first part, "The Early Years," the couple starts a family, andalthough times are tough, Joseph still finds time to play music on the side. When he discovers that his sons have inherited the same talent, the Jackson 5are born.They sign with Motown and start churning out the gold records.Thesecond part, "The Success Years," begins in 1970 at the peak of their fame, butby 1976, the hits have started to dry up.If the acting is uneven and the storysomewhat sanitized, Bassett is affecting, and the series includes Emmy-winningchoreography and a combination of original and re-created material, ranging from"I Want You Back" (1969) to Michael Jackson's "Beat It" (from 1982's multi-platinum Thriller). --Kathleen C. Fennessy ... Read more

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Nicely done
I liked this movie. Much better than some of the other movies about stars from that era. Like the Osmonds, Partridge Family, and Brady Bunch. ... This one however, had more time to go into the WHOLE story with 6 hour play time instead of just 2. I thought the actor who< did Joseph did well. If the movie is a true depiction of Joseph Jackson, he's not that abusive, just strict for those times. Would be considered abusive for this "time out for brats" era. I loved the little guy who played the little Michael. Wonder where he is now. Was that really him singing. He was so cute! Was that Jermaine's son who played the young Jermaine. Looked just like him and just did a wonderful job. The oldest Jermaine was a terrible actor. The only Marlon I liked was the youngest one. The other two were casted terribly and he wasn't that ugly! They did a wonderful job casting Tito on all the ages. Those actors did a great job. The youngest Jackie was believable but not the other one. Vanessa Williams did a great job too. The two older Michaels, I don't think were as good as the first little guy but I guess were acceptable. The oldest ones voice was too deep, and he was skinny enough to be Michael. Did an alright job dancing though. The middle Michael sung well, but wasn't near as cute as the REal Michael Jackson was and not near of good dancer.

Brilliant Flim, Yet good and Bad casting
The Jacksons an American Dream is entertaining MOVIE and well planned with a well thought story. Yet some of the cast wasn't that belivalbe, because some of the kids didn't even look a little bit like the real Jacksons. Even Michael wasn't that well done. the adult one had a deep voice and wasn't skinny enough. And most of all, his nose was too big. couldn't the casting crew just find an MJ inpersonator.The 2nd Micheal was great though. Like a clone. But the Jermaine was not anything like the real thing. He wasn't even that good looking. Yet kathrine was done well by Angela Basset and Joseph played by Laurence. Sussane De Passe was played by Vennessa Williams perfect as a picture. Despite some of the casting, the movie is brilliant,with, fun yet emotinal lerning things you never thought you would know about talened yet troubled Jackson Family!The movie also features some of your favorite classic hits from I Want You Back, ABC, I'll Be There, even Bilie Jean and Beat It Showing hoe MJ became the KING OF POP! If you haven't seen it, SHAME ON YOU!!!!!!!!

great film, the people that play Micheal are amazing!
This is an amazing mini seris! It's the perfect gift for any Jackson fan! The people that play Micheal are awesome and could pass for the real Micheal Jackson! I must also give credit to the person that played the father because that is a starnge and power person and he made the character even more amazing. The rest of the cast was cute and good! But I am just so amazed by the person that plays Micheal in 1976- 1983 that was one of the best parts of the movie but the best of best part of the movie is when Micheal performs "Billie Jean" is amazing and is actually like Micheal did it. Please see this movie you won't regret it!

Great DVD, but...
Great story line and music. But, I would have like to have some behind the scene footage. I had originally taped it from WABC in 1992 on my VCR, and was pleased when it was released in this format.

MARLON GETS THE BUTT-WHUPPIN' OF A LIFETIME!
In one early scene, Marlon screws up on a dance number, and Joe gets very angry at him. As a punishment, he has to go out and pick a switch to get the butt-whuppin' of a lifetime. When he comes back in, his shirt is off, and Joe's a busy beatin' him until his back is red. He's crying and screamin', "DADDY, WHAT DID I DO?", while his brothers look on. Please see this scene, it's funny! ... Read more

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Gentle sentiment turns The Locket into an old-fashioned weeper for anyone who loved Driving Miss Daisy. It's not nearly as effective as that 1989 Oscar®-winner, but this Hallmark Hall of Fame production--adapted from the novel by Richard Paul Evans--has similar charms of its own, and its warm-hearted themes of love and compassion offer a welcomed alternative to network sex and violence. After caring for his terminally ill mother, an aspiring medical student named Michael (Chad Willett) works at a nursing home, where an elderly resident (Vanessa Redgrave) teaches him valuable lessons using her own past--and a long-lost love--to illustrate the importance of second chances. Their friendship, and an unexpected court trial, encourages Michael to reconcile with his estranged father (Terry O'Quinn), with the support of his loving fiancée (Marguerite Moreau). No surprises here, but have your Kleenex handy just in case. --Jeff Shannon ... Read more

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As a young child, Rebecca Hoffman (played by Academy Award® winner Mercedes Ruehl) was raised by a loving and caring family, knowing she was adopted.Following her parents' deaths, Rebecca begins a search for her natural family.She is contacted by a Navajo woman looking for her own siblings, who were stolen from her mother at birth.As the two women talk, they suddenly realize they are sisters, and that Becks has found her birth family!Excitedly, Rebecca decides to take her children to meet her family on the reservation.They are welcomed with open arms, and begin learning the language and traditions of their rich ancestry.Her husband (Jamey Sheridan), however, is branded an outsider and has difficulty becoming accepted as part of the Navajo community.As the differences between the two cultures come to the surface, the family discovers a commitment to each other that runs deeper than circumstances and a heritage that captivates their hearts. ... Read more

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Very Heart Warming
This is a very heart warming movie about coming home. It reinforces the strong family bonds even through years of separation. It explores the need to stand up against unhealthy traditions in a changing world, as well as, traditions which can help define who we are in an ever changing world.

COMING HOME
Adopted by a middle aged Jewish couple and doted on by her mother young Rebecca Hoffman leads a conventional life. Then her mother dies and her father remarries. In his new marriage there is no room for Rebecca. She is one to be tolerated. She no longer has a home. Years later Rebecca searches for her birth parents and comes to the realization that she is not white nor Jewish. Rebecca is Navajo.

Lost Child is a film based on the the autobiography, Looking For Lost Bird, by Yvette Melanson. In this picture we see the life of a child stolen from her birth parents and made to assume a new identity. Her adoptive father's reluctance to have her, her feeling of isolation and her quest to find her identity is both moving and tragic as we see a young woman so far from her home.

Mercedes Ruehl plays a sensitive and savy Rebecca who tries so hard to be accepted by her adoptive father. Her discovery of her Navajo roots gives her comfort and a sense of completion. Yet, she too and her family undergo some heartaches and challenges as she returns home. This movie shows the hope of a mother seeking a reunion of her children. We witness the reintergration of a woman back to her heritage. We also see the ugly side of cultural prejudice as her daughters attempt to fit in with their new family and culture.

This is an enjoyable film that is a sanitized version of the book. Everyone in the picture is so good, so noble to the point of being unbelievable. Of course everything works itself out and the family lives happily ever after. If only life could be that simple. Inspite of that Lost Child is well worth your seeing as you get a glimpse into another culture. ... Read more

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FINALLY!!!!!!! THANK THE DEAR LORD!
This mini-series aired in 1998, and was so moving that it literally changed my life. It brought me closer to the women in my family and is perhaps the building blocks of the feminist that I have become. I was so in love with this movie that I tried EVERYTHING to get my hands on a copy. I checked every search engine on the internet for months, wrote to the network, without a response; I wrote to the UCLA movie database, again without a response. I had given up on it years ago...only to find a copy on the highlight rack in Best Buy last week. I screamed out so loud and started crying, jumping up and down and hugging my best friend until she was ready to leave because she was so embarrassed. The point is, this movie is THAT good! It is such a tear jerker as well, that I had to call my grandmother and take out all my girlfriends for a girls night. If you are deliberating as to whether or not you should buy this movie, BUY THE MOVIE! I promise you won't regret it!

Finally!
It's ridiculous how long I've waited for this DVD. I've been searching ever since the miniseries came out, and I'm relieved they finally decided to listen to fans. I found this miniseries amazing and extremely moving. Even its deviations from the original novel were well engineered. I highly recommend this movie for everyone!

Finally...
I saw this mini-series on TV when it first aired. I thought is was one of the greatest movies I had ever seen, despite it's negative reviews. After it aired, I tried to get a copy of it but was unable to obtain one. When I heard it was being released on DVD, I was quite excited. This movie was just as good the second time around. It is a must see for all women, as its story is empowering.

A will of thier own
I am 13 years old and this movie really showed how far women have come in this society. We had no say in what we wanted and were only used to have children and it is amazing that only 40 years ago we were still treated terrible it has amazing facts in it showing that women are important in todays socitey and we need to stick to what we believe in sure there a few inapropreate parts for a younger audience but it has terrifac morels in it and how women and girls shouldn't give up on your dreams and should remember what are back rounds are and who we truly love and how women are equel to men in this country buy this movie u will love it. I had a lifetime movie day 2 days before school started and this movie really helps u about everything and just plain makes u feel good please get it it makes u happy and sad u will love it

Courtney

Wonderful Movie of a Strong Woman
This is a great movie of a womans courage to go out and experience life for her self. She sets her own goals and keeps them. She strugles but doesn't ever stop until she gets what shes sets out for. Brilliantly masterly made. ... Read more

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Want Cagney and Lacey on DVD
This show is a must for release on dvd.I would buy it by season.It is one of my favorite shows of all time.I'm surprised there is no release as of yet.....Thank You Donald Davis,Houston, Tx

I want Cagney & Lacey on DVD and on sale in the US!
I have bought the C&L DVD 1st season dvd set from the UK and it was very difficult and bothersome to try and find a way to watch it because of the regional differences.I loved the show growing up and would very much be interested in purchasing the show on DVD when it will become available.Please hurry and allow the many fans of the incredibly talented cast to see some of their favorite characters as we can only remember them.Thank you. ... Read more

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THE HOTTEST SUPERCOUPLE ON TELEVISION!!!!
Johnathan and Jennifer Hart were the quintessential super sexy couple of the late 70's and early 80's!!!! They rocked as the jet-setting, totally in love, detective duo!!! They had it all, wealth, glamour,passion, and no kids!!!
I just loved the way they stumbled on to those unexpected exciting adventures and murder mysteries. They made it look so easy!!! This show worked on so many levels, you had Jennifer who was sexy as hell, and you didn't hate her because she was so beautiful. She was just so lovable!!! Then there was Johnathan, handsome, but not beefcake, had a great sense of humor, and the guy was completely smitten with his adoring wife. Let's face it they had the ultimate fantasy dream marriage that only existed on prime-time television!!!
I hope we the fans of this dynamite show wont have to wait too much longer for the dvd release, and it would be nice to see a current interview with Robert Wagner & Stephanie Powers. God! I can't believe Robert Wagner turned 75 recently, he looks fantastic!!! Stephanie Powers is still pretty well preserved as well. I would also love to see a couple of her best mini-series come to dvd in America, Mistral's Daughter and Deceptions.

CAN NOT WAIT FOR HART TO HART
Hello,

iam sorry about my english.

I saw HART TO HART first telecast in Germany when I was 14 years old. I love that show from the beginning and recording
on tapes. My love will not ending !!! I saw Stef & RJ in Munich
filming an HART TO HART movie and you can see me in the film, too. I talked with Stef & RJ, thy are so phantastic. RJ is absolutely MR. GENTELEMAN !!! So cool, friendly and nice. We have talkt about HART TO HART and my old FANCLUB.

HART TO HART- Complete on DVD !
That is what all the fans want. The Pilotmovie was never shown
in Germany. We love it so much !!! Hoping to see Jennifer & Jonathan Hart on DVD - than we have the true romance and crime on DVD FOREVER, in our hearts !!!

A true fan & friend from Stef, RJ and Lionel.

Yours, Mario from German (Luenen)

AT LONG LAST!
I've been waiting for this dvd release for years! Let's hope there will be lots of extras like outtakes and a Making of...
This is a series that was great from the start. The Pilot is classic and was never shown in Europe. Bring on the next seasons! You'll enjoy Hart to Hart, believe me!! Stefanie Powers, Robert Wagner and Lional Stander as Jennifer Hart, Jonathan Hart and Max....and when they met -- it was murder!

At last!
Finally!A release of this show on DVD is long over due.Lets hope we get all five seasons with decent extras! ... Read more