Customer Reviews

Across the Great Divide [VHS]

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This movie was a childhood staple for me. I can recall countless times I watched this movie with my grandparents - so I do consider myself a very reliable source for a review.

It's a great movie for these reasons: it's an adventure that will keep your interest, it's witty enough to cause a chuckle or two and there is nothing remotely "adult" about it (other than a running theme of an alcoholic gambler). It's also very obvious that the movie was made in the 80's on a small, small budget, so don't expect the almost flawless effects you see in kids movies today. Also, the story is set in America's Frontier Era, so be prepared for some not-so-understanding viewpoints from the characters concerning Native Americans and animal hunting (think "Little House on the Prairie" without all the sticky-sweet endings and less crying from Pa).

Here's the story: An alcoholic, drifting gambler comes across two orphaned kids and their dog trying to travel across Oregon. Thinking he can con them into giving him some food and shelter from all the people who are after him, he takes up with the kids on their journey and the rest of the movie is devoted to their adventures along the way to their destination (and maybe, just maybe, the drifter comes to form a bond with the orphans...maybe).

Another great family film and it was the first of four starring Robert Logan who in this film plays the role of Gambler Zachariah Coop, Heather Rattray plays the role of Holly Smith and Mark Edward Hall plays the role of Jason Smith. Coop who's on horse back is running from 6 men who are looking to skin him alive. After Coop loose, his horse he runs into Holly and Jason Smith who's on their way to Oregon. Coop tries to hook up with the kids but they don't trust him. Therefore, Across the Great Divide the kids go with Mr. Coop following them. The Kids deal with many hazards while on their way and the only question that remains, do they make and is Mr. Coop with them. The movie it's self I would give a six however, when you add in the country and its beauty through out the movie then this movie jumps to a 9. This was the first of three films that Heather Rattray did with Robert Logan and Rattray when on years later to play Victoria Newman on the Young and The Restless Soap Opera.

My daughter always loved this movie about Holly and Jason suriving by their wits after they are orphaned on the way to claim land in Oregon. When Mr. Coop enters the picture, the fun begins. Now, twenty years later, my grandaughter loves this movie, too. Robert Logan movies are still the best!

This is a very good movie for The Entire Family. It has alot of
adventure and entertainment for people to enjoy. There is nothing bad about this movie.

this movie has a lot of everything. the card sharp, the kids, dogs, bears, wild cats, Indians, excitments. some scary events. I was holding my breath when the bear was attacking. I wasn't sure if I would like it or not but I did.

It is a good Movie.

I am so excited I can offer this movie to my mom as a birthday present soon. She saw the movie over 20 years ago in another country and now cannot stop asking for it. I am very happy. I watched it and the image and sound are so perfect. Love it. Thank you.

PD: I don't know if the movie has subtitles in Spanish as my mom does not speak English. I'm sure she will love it anyway but I would like advise on this subject if it is possible.

Looking forward to do business again in the future.

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i waited over 30 years for this classic to come out on dvd since i first saw it in the theatre when i was 11. magnificent cinematograpy and authentic actinv makes for a very enjoyable movie about a pair of young children who trek across the rocky mountains while encountering obstacles. highly recommend.

WOW!! What a delight to be able to sit down and watch a movie with my grandchildren and see them enjoy it as much as I did. Robert Logan as Zachariah Coop was great. Heather (Holly) and Mark (Jason) I thought did a great job of acting. Coop saving Jason from the river and at the Indian camp were some heartwarming scenes. The scenery was beautiful and the music was outstanding. Would like to have seen them make a soundtract. I have watched this many times by my self and with family. I thought Robert Logan was great in all his movies, The Wilderness Family 1 & 2 and Mountain Family Robinson. Great Family Movie.

I recall this one from my cable TV junkie days. As a child it opened my eyes a bit to the fact that there was a world beyond the suburbs. The children in this movie conquer obstacles far greater than acquiring designer clothes. I'll update my review after I watch it with my kids... it's been quite a few years since I've seen it. I still remember the music, though.

This movie is one my mom has been wanting for along time. I was so excited to recieve it.