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Plot: Recently moved to upstate New York from the comfort of their Vermont homestead, the Benjamin Steed family makes their way into the established social structure of Palmyra. In their attmpt to settle pe...( read more read more... )acefully into the new community, they discover that the help they have hired to clear their land is at the center of a religious controversy - a controvery that threatens to tear the family apart. As two of the Steed brothers contend for the favor of a wealthy merchant's daughter, they find themselves on opposite sides of the religous question. Although the family struggles to smooth the contention, they soon face deeper issues of family loyalty and the pursuit of truth.

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Recent Reviews


  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    April 24, 2008
    A fair amount of drama and it may not appeal to those who aren't already members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
  • No rating.
    MCT:
    October 23, 2007
    It's been too long for me too fairly judge this; I don't even remember what I thought of it, tho I'm sure I liked it.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 21, 2007
    Hello Mormon blockbuster!!

    Been forever since I seen this though.

    And the guy on the cover, who I'm only assuming is Jo Smith, looks just like George!! o.O !!
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 1, 2007
    This stirs within me the deepest and most profound feelings of eternal love and faith. I'm LDS and so it is near and dear to my heart.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    February 13, 2007
    Amazing rendition of the books! I think people that aren't mormon would like this movie and appreciate it.Its a very well made movie! The books and movie follow a loosly based fictional family(the Steeds) that joins the Latter Day Saint Church or the "Mormon Church." It follolws the struggles that the family had to over come,,and the prophet Joseph Smith as well. All of the events that happened to Jospeh Smith in these movies really DID happen.It a wonderful telling of Mormon History,and United states history.Even if you aren't Lds,or "Mormons" as most people call us,I hope you'll give this movie a chance cause it really is a beautiful movie based on true events.The movie is well made and the acting is superb.And as you watch it you can feel a real truth,peace,and light when you watch this movie and the others.Keep an open heart when you watch his,and most definently the holy ghost will testify to you the truthfullness of this show.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    February 5, 2007
    Beautifully done, historical accurate and great acting. Sam Hennings is believable and charismatic. A story that needs to be told.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    November 9, 2006
    These movies are so sad, but really good. Part of what makes them sad is the fact that they are based on what really happened.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    September 11, 2006
    I really like Gerald N. Lund's book series of this, so I was skeptical about this film, but it met my expectations pretty well, actually. Everyday life in the 1830's is portrayed nicelyl (besides the fact that they would all be dirtier, but who wants to watch a movie with a bunch of filthy people in it?). The actors do a really good job, especially Brenda Strong and the actor who plays Joshua Steed, although I was surprised that someone from Desperate Housewives would act in an LDS film. All told, I am really happy with the way it turned out.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 19, 2006
    This is an awsome movie. This is the movie to see for all those interested in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Even if you're not, it's a good movie to watch because it depicts mormon history quite accurately. If You have ever had a question about what we [Mormons] believe, this movie will help you to understand.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 17, 2006
    Filmed by Oscar winning cinematographer TC Christensen, this is a timeless story of religious belief and persecution. It chronicles the founding of the LDS church and their search for a place to call home in a dark period of religious persecution in America. Based on the award winning series of novels.
  • 1.5 Stars
    MCT:
    May 16, 2006
    Not very good. I don't think Joseph Smith would have really whacked people over the head with the gold plates, but then again...?

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  • cinemacutie0320
    This movie is a great representation of how the church was persecuted during the restoration. I especially how they portrayed Joseph Smith. I felt like they truly showed how he turned the other cheek and how he always tried to be respectful.
    posted 485 days ago
  • duncandonuts92
    If u ever wanted to know anything about z Mormons, this is the film 2 watch (other than Legacy). It is sooo good! Its so cute! The actors are awesome and work 2gether perfectly. It keeps you interested from start 2 finish. This is a historical fiction movie, that I would reccommend to everyone, everwhere. I'm LDS and I LOVE this movie. Everyone should watch this 5 star movie if they get z chance 2. Even non-LDS ppl I know who've seen it, absolutely LOVE it.
    posted 499 days ago
  • jaredbarton
    Amazing movie. It was portrayed very well and very well represented. The acting was good, i think it portrayed the feelings and emotions nd actions of the times very well. I would recomend this movie to any and all who are interested.
    posted 799 days ago