Sarah Russell, a 23-year-old aspiring medical school student, visits her family to share some important news but instead finds herself confronting a difficult period from her past.
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Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Amber Tamblyn | ... | Sarah Russell | |
| Jennifer Ehle | ... | Lorainne Morrissey | |
| Henry Czerny | ... | Howard Morrisey | |
| Paul Wesley | ... | Evan Carroll | |
| Tim DeKay | ... | Tim Russell | |
| Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio | ... | Gayle Russell | |
| Daniel Clark | ... | Daniel Russell | |
| Ben Lewis | ... | Jon Morrissey | |
| Max Morrow | ... | Rick Morrissey | |
| Richard Leacock | ... | Dr. Gordon | |
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Richard Fitzpatrick | ... | Ray |
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Rebecca Dreiling | ... | Karaoke Girl |
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Max MacBride | ... | Young Jon |
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William Cuddy | ... | Young Rick |
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Paula Barrett | ... | Fran |
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Sarah Russell, a 23-year-old aspiring medical school student, visits her family to share some important news but instead finds herself confronting a difficult period from her past.
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
27 January 2008 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Hallmark Hall of Fame: The Russell Girl (#57.2) See more »Filming Locations:
Toronto, Ontario, CanadaCompany Credits
Production Co:
Gillham Road Productions, Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, Russell Films See more »
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Times flies. The last time I saw Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio--well, was when she was Tom Cruise's girlfriend in "The Color of Money". Now, she is playing a mother.
Without giving the plot away, the movie deals with guilt, denial, grief, and loss. Secrets are lethal, and they seem to abound in so many families.
This film is a sumptuous production. Only the likes of Hallmark and Playhouse 90 could offer such a magnificent presentation. There is a stellar cast, brilliant direction, and fine editing. The story is true to life, and naturally slow as the arduous events pull at your heart strings. This is a tearjerker, and you will need at least one box of tissue. Generously pass the Kleenex around because all of the viewers will need them. The timing is just right for some serious issues, there is actually some resolution, and the ending is a myriad of emotional fireworks.
I cannot praise this film enough, and rank it a 10 out of 10. This movie is a definite award winner, and a must see. But, it's not just a film for families. It's a film for singles, and everyone. But, to really appreciate this movie, you must be open to feelings, and be willing to deal with issues. Yes, life can be as difficult, as it can be rewarding. But, with just the right measure of love and support, we can rise to life's joys and its challenges. Bravo!