An action-packed slog

It's entirely possible that sending the audience out feeling lousy was intentional

This movie was so-so. It had it's moments, but wasn't the greatest.

Each character in this movie — down to the smallest one — is an individual rather than a type, prone to spontaneous changes of mood and sometimes amusing outbursts of pettiness or ill humor.

Sad to say that a movie with David Carradine and Wes Studi could be a Xmas turkey. The kids are constantly mugging (as opposed to acting), "Wyoming" in December replete with cacti and sunny, snow-free landscape(?!!)--all the stock characters of a Fifties Western are here, but not even John Wayne could have rescued this movie.Michael Parks is the only actor who is really trying, the rest are very trying, indeed. If you want to see the principal players (Carradine & Studi) working their full range of ability, rent/buy "Commanche Moon" or "Bound for Glory". You can catch glimpses here of Studi at least trying to inhabit the role of a very amateur effort. Yes, if you want a G-rated movie for young children, this would work. Sadly, Nicholas the dog gets better direction and lines than his fellow actors. The notable exception is the mustachioed stage driver (Buck Taylor), who appeared in a supporting role in a fantastic Western-- "Tombstone" as Turkey Creek Jack Johnson.If you're looking for something uplifting, get "Little House on The Prairie" or "Dr Quinn", which appear to be the inspiration for this movie-of-the-week knock-off. This was one of a triptych of movies (three movie set for $5), which says it all. Rent this for the kiddies, if you're into faith-based fare, then go out and get a real Western where the actors get to shine, e.g.,any of the Lonseome Dove mini-series, "Tombstone", "Bury my Heart at Wounded Knee", or even "Hidalgo", a great family movie which slipped under the radar a few years back.

This film was shown at our Church's Movie Night and was very well received. Not only was the scenery beautiful, but there were many moral messages shown through several of the characters. The friendship of a young boy with an Idian boy and survival of that relationship through difficulties caused by others was heartwarming. Personality traits of all of us are depicted in the various characters. We are shown that forgiveness is possible in extremely trying situations. There was a broad range of emotions including humorous incidents which added to the content. The music was excellent and added to the tone of the scenes. A few scenes might be a bit too violent for younger viewers.

Miracle at Sage Creek is a great film! Writer/producer, Thadd Turner and director, James Intveld's attention to period detail is remarkable. This western is set during the 1880's in Wyoming. The filmmaker's give equal time to Native American and White characters. This is truly a family film that creates full and authentic characters that are dealing with overcoming hardship and tragedy. The ensemble cast led by David Carradine and Tim Abell give true and convincing performances. Buck Taylor is a standout as "Buckskin Charlie". The film deals with issues such as faith, pride, acceptance and redemption in a realistic and un-preachy manner, which is refreshing. The film suggests that we are all connected whether you believe in the "Great Spirit" as the Native American played by Wes Studi does or you are a member of the Christian faith. This is a great movie to show your kids.

I've watched a lot of westerns in my day, and even written one or two, and I can say with all honesty that the "Miracle at Sage Creek" is one of the best I've viewed in a long, long time. This is how a western should be made. The photography is superb, the dialog is sparse but telling, the character development is very well done, and the musical score is riveting. Wes Studi and David Carradine, as always, give a sterling performance, bringing a true depth to their characters. This ranks right up there with many of the character-driven westerns seen on "Gunsmoke" years ago (and as an aside, even Buck Taylor, Newly O'Brian to "Gunsmoke" fans, appears in this film.) It has the warmth of "Anne of Green Gables," or "The Waltons," and is family entertainment in an old west setting at it's very finest. Three cheers for "Miracle at Sage Creek." It belongs on the Hallmark Channel.