Best movie ever!

Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

I rated this movie high because I ranked it against other Christmas Movies. The unique thing about this movie is not only is the setting in east Tennessee, i.e. the Smoky Mountains, much of the cast are Tennesseans. Dolly Parton, Lee Majors, Bo Hopkins, and John Ritter are from Tennessee. Well, sort of they are. Lee Majors actually met and was friends with the legendary Pittsburgh and University of Tennessee football coach Johnny Majors and adopted his name. Johnny Majors is a Tennessee native and Heisman Trophy runner-up. John Ritter was the son of famous country singer Tex Ritter. Bo Hopkins is a Good 'ol boy and Greenville, South Carolina is close enough to the Smoky Mountains. And Dolly is from the Smoky Mountains. My favorite line from Bo as the sheriff to his deputy: "Never ever wake that woman." That was in reference to the character played by Anita Morris originally from Durham, NC.

This movie, we have had taped from TV back in the 80's, and I have watched it every year I can remember. From a child growing up, to now a 21 yr. old, I still feel like a kid and get entirely into the movie Every time I watch it. Thank you so much Dolly for the life-fulfilling movie! I will watch this until I die, and when IU have kids they will watch it too. I want to find the songs that she sings in it somewhere. Anyone know? This movie is a recommendation I give to everyone around Christmas time. Being a huge Chrisztmas fan and all, I think that the holiday should automatically go hand in hand with this movie no matter where you go!

Basically, this movie changed my life. I can't think of Christmas without thinking of this amazing film. The music - incredible. The message - even better. If you have a heart, I guarantee you will LOVE this film. It is a shame so few people have heard of the best Christmas movie bestowed upon mankind. I remember watching this movie every Christmas of my youth. I think about it often, but it is so hard to find this film since few people know about it. My best friend got her hand on the DVD. When I received it, well, it was one of the best moments of my life. I cannot express how touching this film is. For those of us who have seen this movie, we need to be doing our best to let others know of this wondrous Christmas epic. Let's do our part to bring this film to every household in Ameica. Everyone needs to take part of that magic that is "Smokey Mountain Christmas."

I saw this movie and it is a great movie. Dolly plays wonderful with the kids. Dan the mountain man keeps watchful eye on the kids. If anyone is interested in buying this movie Amazon sells it on VHS but it is out of stock