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A Holiday Romance

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Whether it is sold under the title "A Song for the Season" or "A Holiday Romance", this is a cozy, stress-buster Christmas season movie.
It has held up over several viewings for me. All of the actors are very good, as is the story. Naomi Judd's Lily Waite is just the kind of teacher you would have wished to have, or would want for your child. The
often under-rated Gerald McRaney is perfect, as is the entire cast. The small town setting of Bethleheim will make you dream of moving from the suburbs, or city. A perfect, "let's relax with a cup of cocoa" holiday movie for the whole family. Also, if you are a teacher, this one will inspire you to give it even more.

Also is sold on DVD under the title, " A Holiday Romance".
Have enjoyed this film over the years during the holiday season. It seems to be just as touching, sweet and enjoyable each time. The actors are all very good, as is the story. It captures the message of the season, love and caring for family, friends and community. Naomi Judd's Lilly Waite is just the kind of teacher you would want to have had, or would want for your child. The often under-rated Gerald McRaney is perfect, as are the entire cast. The small town setting of Bethleheim will make you dream of leaving the suburbs, or city. A perfect 'let's get cozy with a cup of cocoa' holiday movie for the whole family. Also, if you are a teacher, this one of those uplifting films about good teachers.

This Holiday movie is excellent. Gerald McRaney, Andy Griffith and Naomi Judd make this a very homey Christmas movie for people of all ages! I truly enjoyed watching it again this past month! I recommend it to all who love the Christmas Holidays and viewing Christmas movies. It is fun to watch even when it isn't Christmas!

The acting in this is supurb, as is the story. I was greatly surprised at how good it was. It's a great Christmas story, adorable love story, and just a great movie to watch all year, not just at Christmas. I have definitely added this to my annual Christmas movies to watch. I have to admit, I've watched it several times since Christmas has been over!! You'll love it!!

Yes, if you're looking for a feel-good movie, you should definitely get this one. Darrah Cloud knows how to put together a story with bang-up endings, and this movie with its two story threads has two great endings, back-to-back.

But there is some bad news. Naomi Judd (unless of course you're a fan of hers) is not much of an actress here. Her scenes look more like a personal appearance, with lines.

The daughter is cute and believable. The uncle is also credible.

The love story is totally botched. The pacing is disjointed. And there is a lack of motivation. It is simply not credible, so don't expect to be touched by it.

Andy is Andy, and he adds a touch a quality that makes the others look more amateurish than they otherwise would.

The rock music (and the absence of Christmas music) was a bit grating. It was sad that the school kids couldn't relate to any Christmas carols. They had to have rock. The raw, harsh tone of the girl singing what were supposed to be Christmas songs was a dischordant note for me. Others might not be bothered.

Still, I say don't miss it. There aren't that many that you can afford to pass it up. Darrah Cloud's "A Holiday for Love" is a much better movie, so if you're only getting one, get that one instead.

One of the first projects Naomi Judd worked on after giving up touring and traveling due to a personal illness. We are glad she did this project.

Her spirit really shines through in this film. Her(Lily's) gentle and feminine heart are a good contrast to Gerald McRaney's brusque and crusty character. It is a story of how she helps Gerald's niece, Fern, heal from past hurt and in the same course changes (Cal)Gerald's outlook on life too. She proves to him that its ok to take off your blinders that we've put on to stay on a straight and narrow road and deviate a little for the greater good of others. And in the end how Fern, Gerald's niece, changes their lives too!

Andy Griffith turns in his kind and community-based guy we are so used to seeing for a strict, overbearing, and aging military man. Watch for the changes in his life too!

A lovely little made-for-t.v. movie.

Formerly sold under the the title of "Holiday Romance" and aired initially on CBS in 1999. Rest assured, this IS the same movie as "Holiday Romance"!! I am glad I was able to finally track this one down. Still sold by Feature Films For Families under the title of A Song For A Season. Something commonly done when a company sells/shares the distribution rights on a title.

"A Song for the Season" is a incredibly sweet story about love, and the healing power of music. This story is touching and the music is unbelievable. The actors did a wonderful job with this moive.

These days it's hard to find a good, family movie that tells a great story without being too sentimental at the same time. I really enjoyed the way Naomi Judd brought out the best in Gerald McRaney and his niece. This was a heart-warming movie of many triumphs.

This Christmas movie is a great family show. A teen who has moved from town to town, just like her uncle did as he was growing up... He is a hatch-man for the school board, and like most needs to cut the Music Program to make ends meet. Schools should go a long way to keep Music Programs in place. The reunion of the B-17 crew was predictable, but heart-warming. Andy Griffith, Naomi Judd, Gerald Rainey... What a great cast!

This is a good family movie or one to make you get in the Christmas Spirit.When you need an uplift watch it any time of the year.Very rememberable and enjoyable to watch.