First, the cars have to be right for a period movie and they were for the late 60's. I hate it when I see a 70's car in a 60's period movie. This is a TV movie that contains some exceptional acting. I agree with "jonathangrubbs" that Cloris Leachman, Darby Camp and Chandler Head were very good. There was one scene, however, where Corbin Bernsen was downright GREAT.
26 Reviews
Good Movie
taylornan09097 April 2021
Warning: Spoilers
I enjoyed this movie, what a talented cast.
I don't understand why towards the end of the movie the Grandmother (Ruby's) death is never addressed. The grown granddaughters return to the home and their Grandfather is alive and bedridden BUT I never saw or heard anything about Ruby. This kinda left a hold in the story for me.
I don't understand why towards the end of the movie the Grandmother (Ruby's) death is never addressed. The grown granddaughters return to the home and their Grandfather is alive and bedridden BUT I never saw or heard anything about Ruby. This kinda left a hold in the story for me.
Poignant moments, but a fun film to watch
cindynavarro7136 August 2021
I enjoyed the film. The well-known actors gave solid performances and I thought the rest of the cast performed well. To be honest, I read the book several years ago and liked it, but didn't love it; something seemed to be missing for me. The actors put flesh on the characters and brought them to life in a most satisfactory way. I was able to fill more emotionally attached. There were poignant moments but the movie stayed mostly lighthearted. There were also a few examples of turning the bad into something beautiful that appealed to me.
The soundtrack is great! I was 12 in 1967, so many memories were stirred via the music, fashion, and more included in the film. It takes place during a turbulent time in American history and has sad elements, but it was also a kinder, more simple time. The laughter, in the film and from the viewers, remind us that it's possible to keep finding joy despite heartache and misunderstandings. But the final message all should receive is the importance of family and forgiveness and the need for faith to sustain us. This is definitely a "popcorn movie" to enjoy with friends, but I believe it's worth seeing. Check it out!
The soundtrack is great! I was 12 in 1967, so many memories were stirred via the music, fashion, and more included in the film. It takes place during a turbulent time in American history and has sad elements, but it was also a kinder, more simple time. The laughter, in the film and from the viewers, remind us that it's possible to keep finding joy despite heartache and misunderstandings. But the final message all should receive is the importance of family and forgiveness and the need for faith to sustain us. This is definitely a "popcorn movie" to enjoy with friends, but I believe it's worth seeing. Check it out!
One amazing movie
jewelch4 June 2021
Melissa Gilbert and Corbin Bernsen give amazing, flawless performances that together stand When We Last Spoke on its admirably sturdy spine. This movie will surely make you laugh and cry. James Welch Henderson Arkansas 6/4/2021.
Decent Movie
bookwormgal-903654 August 2021
What a joy to see Melissa Gilbert in a film. This is a slow moving story line for a movie but the acting is decent and there are some heartfelt scenes. This story covers a lot from war to death to dancing and joy. I really enjoyed the quirky characters of small town America and to see two young girls grow up together amidst hardship. This is a family film but there are scenes of war (nothing too gory) and also a scene of a person who has just passed away so just view with caution if watching with kiddos. There is a unique love story between an older couple that I thought was unique and added a lot to the film.
Overall this a decent movie. It isn't one I would watch over and over but still better than a lot of movies coming out these days.
Four Stars.
Many thanks to Last Spoke Partners for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.
Overall this a decent movie. It isn't one I would watch over and over but still better than a lot of movies coming out these days.
Four Stars.
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AN ENCHANTING STORY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
plasmapilot10 August 2021
An important film about love, forgiveness, family values and the strength provided by strong role models! See Melissa Gilbert transform from a child on the prairie to a MAMAW raising grandchildren during the Vietnam "war". Cloris Leachman & Corbin Bernsen were both a joy also. Watch this film with children of ALL AGES because it's a teaching moment. If you have no kids, borrow some because you might just learn some lessons yourself! 💘
Warm and cuddly but predictable
dedawson-8256120 October 2019
This one's for Lifetime fans. Two young sisters lose their parents when dad goes to Vietnam and mom splits for the bright lights. Two tracks to the story: The girls live with their grandparents (Melissa Gilbert and Corbin Bernsen) on a farm in 1967 and the adult version of the girls return in 1996 after years of estrangement. Added complication for the little girls is learning to understand their senile great-grandmother (Cloris Leachman). Mild drama, mild comedy. Happy times, sad times. Made-for-TV level production. Predictable, not memorable.
This sweet, nostalgic film will make you yearn to hug, call, or drive home to your loved ones.
Cover-Lover27 July 2021
Oh my. I'm feeling all the feels. I laughed, sighed, gasped, and cried (a lot) during the last hour and forty-seven minutes. When We Last Spoke overflows with love, family, friends, and the sweet spirit of forgiveness.
I enjoyed every single character in this meaningful film. The unconventional family dynamic of Walt (Popo) Ruby (Mamaw) Juliet (Rabbit) and Evangeline (Squirrel) warmed my heart.
It was fun being transported back to the music and atmosphere of the late 60s, and the southern culture and the stability of the North Star gave this story added depth and charm. I loved the actors, the acting, the humor, and the touching moments. I loved Cloris Leachman's humorous and tender moments, Corbin Bernsen as an older, gentle soul, and Melissa Gilbert as the endearing family matriarch. But I especially enjoyed Darby Camp and Chandler Head (the young girls.) They are remarkable and lovable little actors!
This sweet, nostalgic film will make you yearn to hug, call, or drive home to your loved ones.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Last Spoke Partners for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.
I enjoyed every single character in this meaningful film. The unconventional family dynamic of Walt (Popo) Ruby (Mamaw) Juliet (Rabbit) and Evangeline (Squirrel) warmed my heart.
It was fun being transported back to the music and atmosphere of the late 60s, and the southern culture and the stability of the North Star gave this story added depth and charm. I loved the actors, the acting, the humor, and the touching moments. I loved Cloris Leachman's humorous and tender moments, Corbin Bernsen as an older, gentle soul, and Melissa Gilbert as the endearing family matriarch. But I especially enjoyed Darby Camp and Chandler Head (the young girls.) They are remarkable and lovable little actors!
This sweet, nostalgic film will make you yearn to hug, call, or drive home to your loved ones.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Last Spoke Partners for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.
It's a "mell of a hess"
Jackbv12329 May 2021
Warning: Spoilers
My title is one of my favorite quotes from the film but it also describes one of my feelings toward the movie. It rambles with a lot of little tidbits here and there pieced together to tell a sad story of two little girls who deserved better in life, but at least had grandparents who loved them very much and provided good role models.
They were better off with grandparents who loved them, but no child should learn that her mother doesn't want her. Even so, I think Evangeline overreacts a bit by staying away so long. And the movie didn't do a good job of justifying her very quick change of heart at the end.
There is a series of shots juxtaposed between their dad being killed in Vietnam and the girls enjoying themselves running free at home. Not only did it not impress me, but I thought it was too "artsy" with scenes in near darkness and shots with a strobe like effect combined with some out of focus.
Cloris Leachman did her part well as a free spirited great-grandmother going senile near the end of her life. Melissa Gilbert carried much of the film with grace. The two child actors also were good. I really believed their characters as they were meant to be shown.
I just never got hooked by this movie, but it was pleasant enough.
They were better off with grandparents who loved them, but no child should learn that her mother doesn't want her. Even so, I think Evangeline overreacts a bit by staying away so long. And the movie didn't do a good job of justifying her very quick change of heart at the end.
There is a series of shots juxtaposed between their dad being killed in Vietnam and the girls enjoying themselves running free at home. Not only did it not impress me, but I thought it was too "artsy" with scenes in near darkness and shots with a strobe like effect combined with some out of focus.
Cloris Leachman did her part well as a free spirited great-grandmother going senile near the end of her life. Melissa Gilbert carried much of the film with grace. The two child actors also were good. I really believed their characters as they were meant to be shown.
I just never got hooked by this movie, but it was pleasant enough.
Horrible
prdmyepkys30 October 2020
Good clean movie
clairamarie13 June 2021
So Enjoyable and Winsome
crazi-swans2 August 2021
A fun-filled, heartwarming film for the whole family, this movie caught my eye with it's old fashioned setting and featuring of some of my favorite actors.
Melissa Gilbert and Corbin Bernsen were excellent as Grandma Ruby and Papo, who take in sisters Juliet and Evangeline when their father goes to war in 1967. This was an engaging and well written and acted film, wholesome and heartwarming it is a feel-good movie that you can comfortably share with others, knowing that it will bring smile to their face. I had such a great time watching this one with my parents. The pacing was great, I never felt like there was a dull or stagnant moment.
This was such a fun entertaining film, I loved that it had its lighter moments as well as more serious ones, as the sisters struggle to understand what is going on around them. I was so impressed with this movie, and its wholesome winsomeness and charm, as well as its well paced plot and endearing characters. The late Cloris Leachman is a gem as Great-Grandmama, though Papo had to be my favorite! I would highly recommend this movie to fans of the popular When Calls the Heart or Little House on the Prairie.
I received a complimentary code to view this movie. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Melissa Gilbert and Corbin Bernsen were excellent as Grandma Ruby and Papo, who take in sisters Juliet and Evangeline when their father goes to war in 1967. This was an engaging and well written and acted film, wholesome and heartwarming it is a feel-good movie that you can comfortably share with others, knowing that it will bring smile to their face. I had such a great time watching this one with my parents. The pacing was great, I never felt like there was a dull or stagnant moment.
This was such a fun entertaining film, I loved that it had its lighter moments as well as more serious ones, as the sisters struggle to understand what is going on around them. I was so impressed with this movie, and its wholesome winsomeness and charm, as well as its well paced plot and endearing characters. The late Cloris Leachman is a gem as Great-Grandmama, though Papo had to be my favorite! I would highly recommend this movie to fans of the popular When Calls the Heart or Little House on the Prairie.
I received a complimentary code to view this movie. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
All of the feels...
jonathangrubbs28 October 2019
Based predominately in the late 1960s, this film has many happy and sad moments, just like real life. There are some hilarious times, some beautiful sentimental moments, and some very sad moments. Oscar and Emmy award winner, Cloris Leachman steals the show. Young power houses Darby Camp and Chandler Head also hold their own with veterans Corbin Bernsen and Melissa Gilbert.
Great movie!
lc_thayer13 April 2021
This movie brought back memories from my childhood. I watched with my daughter and 10 yr old granddaughter and they enjoyed it just as much. I thought the actors were great as well as the storyline. I read the book first and was really looking forward to the movie.
Not worth the time
movies4000026 August 2021
The world according to Ronald Reagan - even beautiful white Christians sometimes have troubles - predictable cliche ridden - well enough acted but worth nothing- did find it interesting that there could be a town so white.
Warm, nostalgic
cmcd5130 July 2021
Great Family Film
coolandrew1231 August 2021
When We Last Spoke is a movie based off a book by Marci Henna. This film won awards in each of the five categories at the 2021 ICVM Crown Awards and some of these included best picture and best narrative. The movie takes place in the last 1960's in a small town called Fireside. Juliet and Evangeline ended up being raised by their grandparents, Walt and Ruby. The girl's father, James went to serve in the Vietnam War. Their mother decided at this time that she no longer wanted to raise her children. She made a decision to move back to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a singer. While living with their grandparents' we see the girls face challenges and adventures. Along the complicated life, their great grandmother moves in with them and she is losing her memory. This movie also travels back and forth between the past and the current lives of the girls where viewers can witness the full scope of the storyline. The sister lost touch when one of the sister's kept the painful truth of the past that their mother didn't want them anymore. She left town and vowed to never return. An unexpected event causes them to reconnect.
I would recommend this awesome movie to anyone who enjoys a great family film. The film covered topics like forgiveness, healing from the past, learning to adjust to changing family structures, the importance of family, and much more. I liked how entertaining the film was and how there was a mixture of humor but also of sadness. I also loved the chemistry between the sisters and how they continued the story going from the past to the present to show the conflict and the healing they were able to experience. I immensely loved the cast in this movie and some of my favorite was Cloris Leachman (Raising Hope) and Melissa Gilbert (From Little House on the Prairie). I loved Cloris Leachman and the character she played she reminded of the same personality on Raising Hope. She added humor to the film along with in dealing with the difficult topic of dementia. This was also one of the last few films she appeared in since she passed away in January 2021. If you're looking for a clean family film, then check this one out!
I would recommend this awesome movie to anyone who enjoys a great family film. The film covered topics like forgiveness, healing from the past, learning to adjust to changing family structures, the importance of family, and much more. I liked how entertaining the film was and how there was a mixture of humor but also of sadness. I also loved the chemistry between the sisters and how they continued the story going from the past to the present to show the conflict and the healing they were able to experience. I immensely loved the cast in this movie and some of my favorite was Cloris Leachman (Raising Hope) and Melissa Gilbert (From Little House on the Prairie). I loved Cloris Leachman and the character she played she reminded of the same personality on Raising Hope. She added humor to the film along with in dealing with the difficult topic of dementia. This was also one of the last few films she appeared in since she passed away in January 2021. If you're looking for a clean family film, then check this one out!
Great movie
cevans-152887 August 2021
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It's hard to find wholesome movies with a good plot and wonderful characters, and I love this movie because it had both. I would like to have heard a little more about the fight the sisters had and whether Evangeline came home for Ruby's funeral since it wasn't mentioned in the movie. Other than that, it was an excellent movie.
Excellent film, very memorable, clean
Drewboy-21 November 2020
Not rated yet, but I'd give it a PG. Clean language, wonderful story! Watch for touching moments with Melissa Gilbert's character that recall Michael Landon's musical passion from Little House on the Prairie - like a tribute to him!
I wondered who bought Hallmark
EddiesFathersSon3 September 2021
Turns out it was Jeff Bezos. Or at least this title which is has everything you expect from a Hallmark special and more. Small townyness, Heartwarmyness, lossyness, salt of the earth people, over the top period costumes (1960s). God in an easy to swallow package and some very well executed drawls. Oh-and among the best small town sexy dames with a heart of gold ever. Played by Johanna Jowett. Also a Great list of forgotten actors delivering quality performances, Corbin Bernsen of LA Law, Melissa Gilbert from - was it little house on the Prarie? And the a delightful (albeit Hallmarky) performance from the amazing Cloris Leachman, who we often forget won an Oscar for her performance in 1971s "The Last Picture Show" since she's delivered great performances in everything from the Mary Tyler Moore Show 'Ten cents a dance, thats all they pay me, gosh how they weigh me down' to Mel Brooks "Young Frankenstein" 'Stick Close to the candles, theeese stairs are trecherous'. If you like shmaltz, this is as good as it gets, If you don't (I don't) Its still a perfectly OK way to spend time.
But please also watch the really great things some of these actors were in.
But please also watch the really great things some of these actors were in.
Good movie about family and forgiveness
davick-279333 August 2021
This family-oriented film tells the story of two young sisters who are abandoned and raised by their grandparents. It is a heartwarming, and sometimes humorous, story that kept my interest and had a good message of forgiveness. Be sure to watch the lower left corner to see when the time period changes, as it jumps back and forth between 1967 and 1996.
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Very Good Performances
salt-morton17 March 2022
We almost bypassed this one, not immediately recognizing who stars in it. And I have to say that the vast majority of movies we watch (or try to) on the Hallmark Channel have pretty blasé acting and repeated storylines set in different settings.
Not so this film. Everyone put in a solid performance, and the storyline is one we hadn't come across before.
The two dance scenes are outstanding. And we enjoyed the endearing story of a gift Ruby gets.
Not so this film. Everyone put in a solid performance, and the storyline is one we hadn't come across before.
The two dance scenes are outstanding. And we enjoyed the endearing story of a gift Ruby gets.
Heartwarming Story.
mnndavid7 March 2022
Plot is great and well developed as are the characters. The actors are all stellar. The story truly is moving and a wonderful look into the love of essentially to orphan girls being taken by their grandparents. Sadly, as wonderful the writing is the ending is a disappointment. It is not well written and really does not come to a conclusion. Beyond this, it is spiritualistic, which is troubling for a Christian viewer.
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