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Gift of Love [VHS]

5 star:		(37)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(1)
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1 star:		(1)

 

 

I have watched this movie over and over. I think this is what Christmas is all about! The love between these two young people is just a beautiful story and how they struggled to make it happen. Based on Gift of the Maji and follows the story line very well. Marie Osmond gives a excellent performance in her first picture. This has become a holiday tradition around my house and hope it will for you also.

Chances are, if you are reading this review, you are already a fan of this movie, or a fan of Maire Osmond, either of which makes you a superbly fantastic person. Congratulations on the wonderfulness that is you. Now, onto the movie. . . While often passed off just as a Christmas movie (and, don't get me wrong it should be watched at least twice every Holiday season), I also just watch this movie when I am a little down or feeling really happy already. It will leave you warm and tingly for days. I truly don't think the story could be any sweeter, or acted any more lovingly. Now, it is easy to assume that such a sweet love story would be cheesy. It's not, not at all. However, it is the definition of innocence, which can be mistaken as cheesy. The acting, as stated before, is perfect for the story, the one song she sings is haunting and will stay with you, the filming technique (while dated and not high quality) actually adds a warmth and dimension to the film. Get this movie, share it with someone you can snuggle up close to and fall asleep with. Truly wonderful!

This Osmond production is one of the best family movies out there. It is a touching story with excellent acting by Marie Osmond and Timothy Bottoms and all the supporting cast as well. I particularly like the friendship between Beth and Mary the servant girl. My teenage niece said there was only one "cheesy" part when the main characters reunite at the end. I prefer to call it touching, lol! :-) The costumes, the story line, EVERYTHING, is extremely well done. It supports Christian and family values, and there is certainly nothing that is in any way offensive. I would highly recommend this one. The Christmas theme also adds a nice touch. I also will mention that the video is closed captioned, although it does not say so on the case. I am glad for that as the two oldest Osmond brothers, who have a hearing loss, can more easily watch their sister in this outstanding film!

Oh I saw that someone only gave this video 4 1\2 stars!!Well this is a great video.Marie Osmond did a very great job.I love the song she sings in it,I would love to get a copy of that song.This is no lower than a 5 star movie and yes I'm an Osmond family fan and will always be,but one thing you can't go wrong with this movie.I don't cry during movies,but this one I did.So go out and get this one .

THIS IS A GREAT MOVIE AND I WATCH IT EVERY CHRISTMAS..YOU SHOULD TOO WITH YOUR FAMILY. IT WAS MARIE OSMONDS DRAMATIC DEBUT AND SHE WAS REALLY GOOD..SHAME SHE NEVER MADE MORE MOVIES THAN THE 4 SHE DID..BUY IT YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED

I will admit that I heaved a sigh of disappointment when I saw Marie Osmond step out of the carriage. However, she quickly won me over and I loved every minute of this film after that. This story is wonderfully touching and in the end, their gifts to one another are funny but really felt. You KNOW that they are gifts from the heart. This movie really is about love at Christmastime and the actors in this version couldn't have been better chosen. They all do a great job and I would recommend this film to anyone! I plan to watch it time and again!

The Gift of Love is my most favorite Christmas video! I watch it several times a year. It is a touching and heartwarming story of true love. I enjoy the playful and serious side of Marie Osmond and Timothy Bottoms. The two make a great duo - giving O'Henry's story, character and spice! I especially love the part when 'Marie' walks out the door with Mary to try and find Rudy - hoping it's not too late to catch him as he sets sail. To her dismay, she cannot find him - then Rudy comes to her door, finding that she has left with a "hooligan". They meet at the care center (the musicbox is playing) and they vow to love each other through thick and thin -- and plan to marry on Christmas! What a delightful movie!!!

I saw this film way back when it first aired and loved it. Both leads are perfectly convincing as a charming couple in love.
I highly recommnend this to anyone looking for a sweet classic romantic film.

The first time I saw this movie, I was hooked. Great for us to remember what is important.

Marie Osmond shot this film just after completing the film "Goin' Coconuts" with brother Donny. This film is based on the short story "Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry. Marie plays "Beth" in the film, a rich orphan who is assigned to marriage in turn of the century New York. Beautiful period costumes and superb acting make this movie a Christmas classic! Shot entirely at Osmond Studios in Orem Utah in September-October 1978 for airing in December 1978.