The Christmas Box (1995) Maureen O'Hara, Richard Thomas

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  • A ski shop owner and family move in to an estate as live in help to an elderly widow.

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  • @seekingwisdom8
    @seekingwisdom8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    My wife and I watched this every year from the first time it was broadcast. Always moved us deeply. She died in September, 2010, leaving the upcoming holidays something to dread. I eventually remarried, but that ended in 2018. I moved back into my house with my adult daughter. Her boyfriend lived with us, sleeping on the couch. In September 2019, my daughter died 2 days before her 30th birthday. I haven’t watched this movie since my wife died, so it must have been 2009. I may watch it tomorrow…♥️.

    • @astornic
      @astornic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I’m sorry. Hope u decided 2 watch. Merry 🎄

    • @jeaninemarielewakowski5974
      @jeaninemarielewakowski5974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Dear Jim, Blessed, Merrry , Christmas, just because it may be the New
      Year, 2022; it is s till Christmas in my Faith. Being all the way to Feb. 3rd.
      Something prompted me yesterday, to look up this movie, & watch it on
      Utube. Your story of your wife, & daughter touch my heart. I am so sorry,
      for the loss of your wife & your daughter. I hope that you will be up to watching watching it once again. It is bittersweet,to be sure, but has so much love in it.👼❄
      Thank you for sharing your feelings.
      Jeanine FaIth Marie Fitzpatrick-Lewakowski

    • @seekingwisdom8
      @seekingwisdom8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      @@jeaninemarielewakowski5974 I did watch it. It was truly bittersweet, especially since I now relate to “Mary”. It is the best Christmas movie, in my opinion. Thank you. I have some friends in Ukraine and they are Orthodox Christian and celebrate Christmas on January 7th. I prefer their traditions because they exchange gifts on New Year’s Day. So New Year’s Eve and day are very festive, secular celebrations, while Christmas is reserved to celebrate the birth of Christ. I attend a Pentecostal church, and though these are my own opinions, my church is why I prefer to keep the focus on Christ and not materialistic gifts to loved ones. I think if there is a tradition of giving gifts on Christmas, we should give to homeless people and people living in poverty. Not buy expensive electronic “toys” for people we could buy for any day of the year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

    • @chantellucky4565
      @chantellucky4565 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Hi Jim, this is December 3, 2022. I hope you are still here in good spirit and getting ready for another Christmas season. I just found this movie again tonight, I watched it last year for the first time. It is so touching! Wishing you a merry Christmas and be well and happy!
      Chantelle from California

    • @garycarpenter2980
      @garycarpenter2980 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm so sorry for your loss and marriage I guess it's hard for you my parents separated and died 26yrs apart and my grandma died in 2014

  • @motherbug2001
    @motherbug2001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I read this book 10 years ago after a family member made a choice, that caused me to be homeless...that year I came across the book and was overwhelmed with the spirit of healing and in the following April's general conference, I was blessed with the spirit of forgiveness. So grateful for the blessings of this book and Our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ.

    • @mamapoppins7422
      @mamapoppins7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      🙋Merry Chrisrmas. God Bless you.

    • @redchojnowski7159
      @redchojnowski7159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And Holy Spirit.
      Sony forget the Holy Spirit.

    • @alvislancaster5967
      @alvislancaster5967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That is awesome...
      I'm so glad you're situation is better and that you are a BELIEVER...

  • @wilburreeves8329
    @wilburreeves8329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    Beautiful story about the true meaning of Christmas! Ms Maureen O'Hara is outstanding as always! She was a special lady, a true professional at her trade with quality sincere performances that will remain in our hearts forever.

    • @stinggodswrestler1143
      @stinggodswrestler1143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      she was also a strong christian

    • @desertodavid
      @desertodavid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I thought Maureen O'Hara was married. Why do you call her Ms.??

  • @grammgale58
    @grammgale58 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Absolutely one of my favorites of all time with Richard Thomas and Maureen O 'Hara!

  • @tericroft7615
    @tericroft7615 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    The Evans family lived across the street from us when Rick was writing this book. Their daughter Jenna is the same age as our daughter and one of our daughter's good friends. It was a wonderful opportunity to be a part of this story and participate in dedicating the Christmas Box Angel in the cemetery not far from here. The actors portrayed the sweetness and tenderness of this story and the family well. Love this!

    • @aprilgreco5976
      @aprilgreco5976 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's really sweet.❤

    • @Independent-p4v
      @Independent-p4v 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for sharing. Lovely heartwarming story

    • @dubaiedge
      @dubaiedge 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's awesome 🤩

    • @genevievesuzi1549
      @genevievesuzi1549 21 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Did you get the pleasure of meeting them all? Maureen O'Hara is my favorite Actress with John Wayne. I love those two together. Thank you for sharing this 🙏🏼 Blessings!

  • @nlryan1
    @nlryan1 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    This never fails to make me cry but it would not be Christmas without it. Thanks so much for posting

  • @TheLadyk53
    @TheLadyk53 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    One of my all time favourite Christmas movies. I have not seen it for quite a few years. So nice to find it on TH-cam. A wonderful story and a fantastic cast. Maureen O'Hara was beautiful right to the very end of her life and such a talent!

    • @GypsyGirl317
      @GypsyGirl317 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you seen the prequel, Timepiece? It's beautiful. 💖

  • @1toshi32
    @1toshi32 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I've never seen this film but now that I have, I will probably be watching it every Christmas. I'm still sobbing. Such a sweet story and it embodies the real Christmas story. I am so glad I found it. Maureen O'Hara was and is my favourite actress and Richard Thomas has always been able to tell such lovely stories. I saw him first in The Waltons and I've seen in other stuff. Always loved both these people.

  • @joeowens6180
    @joeowens6180 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    How I could have missed this precious jewel in all these years, I will never know. Perhaps it's just my religious training, but I knew full well that the first gift of Christmas was a Child. This film should be seen repeatedly! Thanks so much for the post.

  • @MichaelaH2059
    @MichaelaH2059 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Maureen O'Hara was approx. 75 years young when this was filmed and she looked beautiful! This is a wonderful and very poignant story about life, loss and love. So glad I found it ❤ Have some tissues nearby.

    • @ourelton
      @ourelton ปีที่แล้ว +5

      She was gorgeous!

    • @janvdb9258
      @janvdb9258 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very elegant.

    • @sarajaidritzema9285
      @sarajaidritzema9285 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Maureen O'Hara was such a Elegant, Beautiful Woman and my Beautiful Mother died recently after being diagnosed with terminal cancer and She died 2 weeks later. I am so glad that My Mother didn't suffer. God Bless Everyone. 🤗❤️

    • @ourelton
      @ourelton ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sarajaidritzema9285 💜

  • @The2010EMERALD
    @The2010EMERALD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Came here for Maureen O'Hara. She was beautiful until the end of her life.

  • @bevduncan7203
    @bevduncan7203 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That was such a beautiful story.
    How thrilling to be reminded of God's most important gift to us . . .
    His Son, Jesus..
    All our love to You, dear Heavenly Father. ❤️

  • @marypatalano6079
    @marypatalano6079 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I love this special film!! I have loved it ever since it first came out!!!! Everytime I watch it,,it's as if I were watching it for the first time!!! It always brings tears to my eyes at the end of the film. Richard Thomas,,Maureen O'Hara and Annette O'Toole have done a work of art in this great all time beloved film. I thank you TH-cam for putting it back on for all of us to enjoy!!!!!!! Blessings to you all!!!!

    • @mamapoppins7422
      @mamapoppins7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🙋I agree. So Good!
      Have you seen the prequel "Timepiece"? It tells a lot of the back story. Merry Christmas🎄☺

  • @pegeebenbow8313
    @pegeebenbow8313 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Breath taking and soul touching movie. I love this movie and the purity of it how a mother loved her child and before she passed she showed a strength a kindness a love and the ability to share one's knowledge and help turn a young man into a believer of hope and love and kindness he learned what the greatest gift was it was a gift of a child of love. Thank you for such a heartfelt and soul touching story. Pegee Hutchison Benbow

  • @geraldbarreno535
    @geraldbarreno535 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am surprised no more people have washed this movie ...this is one of them movie Richard Thomas have done great movie ....love it ...thank u .

    • @peterwebb725
      @peterwebb725 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What did you wash this movie with?

  • @bluebirdsky64
    @bluebirdsky64 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    This is one of my favorite Christmas movies!! An excellent story about a family who discovers unexpected blessing and friendship while caring for a lonely widow who needs compassion along with their companionship. The touches of humor along the way lighten up the more serious aspects of the story while the film clearly portrays the amazing love available to everyone through Christ's birth. The actors are great in their roles and I especially like Maureen O'Hara's beautiful, touching performance. What a classy lady! Thank you so much for making this special movie available for all to see. Merry Christmas!

  • @judithwilber2540
    @judithwilber2540 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    omg every year i look to see if this is on and it never is,,and never free on youtube..took a chance and here it is!...hope it stays up long enough for me to watch it :) thanks for uploading

    • @eepanusstar5940
      @eepanusstar5940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      same here-been looking for it

    • @eepanusstar5940
      @eepanusstar5940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just lucked out-got it at classicmovie.reel for $15 plus $6 S&H-Amazon wants $70 for 2 reel set-this and Time Piece-I don't think so!

    • @bobsmiley6255
      @bobsmiley6255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel the same way Judith.

    • @tana5098
      @tana5098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I've watched this several times. Each time I see this movie it creates a magical feeling inside me. How important for all of us to cherish the time we have with our loved ones and to not take it for granted.

    • @patmelton43
      @patmelton43 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I look for it every year as well and was so delighted to see it this year. I have loved this story for years.

  • @redchojnowski7159
    @redchojnowski7159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    This movie is much more than a movie.
    It's a classic.
    And it brings tears to my eyes.

    • @E-Kat
      @E-Kat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The government has commissioned this film to brainwash the bad people as they don't get the correct order of their priorities and they generally don't care about being kind.
      But will they watch this film?
      The government needs to order another film, about the drug dealers having dreams about angels and ditching their immoral business!
      Now we need a film for the government, ordered by the ordinary people, to teach the government how not to lie to their people once they get elected and how make the word "bribes"obsolete.
      Obviously, you need more than a pinch of salt ...🤔

  • @LoisHarris-n8e
    @LoisHarris-n8e 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Loved this movie. Maureen as gracious and talented as ever. Thanks for providing access to this movie.

  • @barbaracarlson1331
    @barbaracarlson1331 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Such a beautiful story and lesson. It brought tears.

  • @brendakarason7680
    @brendakarason7680 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have always loved all of Maureen O'Hara's movies & I grew up watching Waltons Mountain. This was a beautiful movie, I know I will watch it again. It reminds me that we are only here for so long & we must not take for granted our loved one's.

  • @sariahmaez5783
    @sariahmaez5783 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Finally a movie about the true meaning of Christmas!! We should all follow the example this movie set and adopt and elderly widow.

    • @alicefinn9222
      @alicefinn9222 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Amen 🙏🏾 ❤

  • @judypasqualone3819
    @judypasqualone3819 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I adored Maureen O’Hara as we all did. She looked so beautiful in this movie at 75. Love this movie.

  • @angelovearth
    @angelovearth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    That was really good! I was about 10 minutes in before I realized, oh wow that’s Maureen O’Hare! I’m used to seeing her in old b&w movies when she was in her 20s. Still beautiful. Still classy and feisty. Love her.

    • @angelovearth
      @angelovearth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for posting btw!

    • @AstralPixie
      @AstralPixie 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, she was feisty-- she went toe to toe with John Wayne!!

  • @colleenwhalen-pg7un
    @colleenwhalen-pg7un ปีที่แล้ว +13

    If you love this movie I highly recommend Maureen O'Hara in a tv movie "Cab to Canada" - based on a true story of an elderly woman who goes to a funeral and decides to hire a cab driver to drive her all the way to Canada. The film is about how these two strangers develop a phenomenal friendship. Stars Jason Behgle - made around 2000.

    • @felicitydaggusesstampinup7479
      @felicitydaggusesstampinup7479 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Watched cab to Canada last night

    • @caroalfonzo2890
      @caroalfonzo2890 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It sounds like "Diving Miss Daisy" with Jessica Tandy and Morgan Friedman in 1989. She, an erderly woman who can not drive any more and a chofer who is black. Throughout the movie they developed a nice friendship in spite of their diffrences and believes. Wonderful movie!!

  • @karenhall4645
    @karenhall4645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    It was years before I finally watched this movie but it was well worth it. A beautiful story and wonderful message. Maureen O'Hara and Richard Thomas are such good actors.

  • @springtimemarion
    @springtimemarion ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is one of my favorite movies, and i will watch it again, and again. I have it onVHS but watched it tonight in You Tube on my computer. Beautiful.🙏🙏🙏❤❤

  • @asheraustin1289
    @asheraustin1289 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This movie is a masterpiece had me in tears😂. Acting great, story great, all and all great.

  • @nwmomman
    @nwmomman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I read this book for the 1st time 20 years ago. I lost a daughter who was 6 when she died, so I related to this story immediately. Richard Paul Evans way of writing drew me in from the start and I've read nearly every book he has written. Richard Thomas did a good job portraying RPE well.

  • @lynneritz6281
    @lynneritz6281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Never got to see this before- was too busy with life, now it will be a great movie to watch over again! Thank you

  • @traijynjakubowski6602
    @traijynjakubowski6602 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What is my favorite part of this film? The entire thing! How closely it follows the book is impeccable. They portrayed Richard perfectly, from his poorly time jokes to his kindness to all. Don’t get me started on the perfection that is MaryAnne, she’s so kind to everyone from the start and gives the same lectures on entirely useless things, truly wonderful. The booming business of the Ski Company, beautiful company name, during the warm summer in Salt Lake. The not needed nor wanted conflict was such a perfect addition for the movie. This movie is going to become a yearly watch for me, truly heartwarming and perfect.

  • @dixiecat666
    @dixiecat666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    What a lovely film & how stunning was Maureen o'hara ?

  • @livefree7735
    @livefree7735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Been watching this movie around Christmas time since I was little (was born in the 90s). Such a beautiful and touching movie ❤️ Truly heartwarming but also thought provoking.

  • @sarajaidritzema9285
    @sarajaidritzema9285 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Watched Again around Christmas time 2022. A beautiful, Classic, Christmas Movie. The Actors were Brilliant. Thank You for Sharing ❤️🤗

  • @michaelcolors
    @michaelcolors 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Such a cathartic movie. Very well written, produced, and performed. Thanks very much for sharing!

    • @desertodavid
      @desertodavid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cathartic-- that's what everybody on the street says.😒

  • @richardhutchison3123
    @richardhutchison3123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Maureen O'Hara was 75 when she made this movie. What a beautiful woman she was!

  • @JustAThought155
    @JustAThought155 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for sharing this beautiful story.

  • @Carolyn1202
    @Carolyn1202 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    My favorite Christmas movie since I saw it when it first came out . Love the music in it , and the story , beautifully done.

  • @gracepursey2166
    @gracepursey2166 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is Christmas 2022 and I just found this GEM …. It is a wonderful movie..a wonderful story…and I will share it.
    Thank you everyone involved with this… ❤️❤️❤️. 👼🏼

  • @roseoreillysievers6057
    @roseoreillysievers6057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We met Maureen O'Hara in 1975. She was very nice and told us which actors she liked working with. We had a cup of tea and Irish soda bread.

    • @astornic
      @astornic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How nice. Do u remember which actors or actresses she spoke of? Possibly Lucy or John Wayne?

  • @justinamarina6741
    @justinamarina6741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love Maureen O'Hara. Great movie.

  • @garycarpenter6433
    @garycarpenter6433 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was the best and last movie Ms.O'Hara ever did she was a favorite of mine Loved her movies and her talent

  • @elizabethwashington8212
    @elizabethwashington8212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love this movie. I am glad that I was able to view it on u-tube. I had to get this movie on dvd.

  • @Biguncron
    @Biguncron ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Ski Company named “The Ski Company” was a very smart addition to the movie. This movie is great for all ages and I highly recommend watching this with your family.

  • @rogergrace2976
    @rogergrace2976 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I saw this movies maybe 10-years ago and couldn't remember it. Wonderful and beautiful.

  • @redchojnowski7159
    @redchojnowski7159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    The bond Jenna and Mrs. Parkin developed really touches my heartstrings.
    And my tear ducts.
    Reminds me so much of my Dearest Mother and me.

  • @billmartinn9851
    @billmartinn9851 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing this wonderful movie.

  • @pamlambert5138
    @pamlambert5138 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    2nd time watching this movie. Enjoyed! Marian O'Hara one of my favorite actresses.

  • @katiekennah8970
    @katiekennah8970 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This movie is so wonderfully done! The addition of all the unneeded and unnecessary comments tie it all together. The whole story is accurate to the book. My favorite part was how Richard decided to go through an old women's stuff and confront her about her dead daughter, literally broke me.
    This movie is such a classic!

  • @pamdelong5113
    @pamdelong5113 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this movie it blesses my heart so!!! Thank you God bless you all!

  • @thomasforsyth8329
    @thomasforsyth8329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    A wonderful movie, the true spirit of Christmas.

  • @tholian_web
    @tholian_web 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Thank you very much for posting this! This is one of my favorite Christmas movies. I watched it today on Thanksgiving. It made my day. 😊

    • @mamapoppins7422
      @mamapoppins7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      🙋I know!! I have watched it several times too👍 If you have never seen the prequel "Timepiece" is adds so much to the story. Merry Christmas.

  • @raymartiberiocroquer6111
    @raymartiberiocroquer6111 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    If you want to see the previous story of this one search on TH-cam and type "Timepiece". That is the story of Mary (the old lady), how she met her husband... and how she left her house to this family. It is a beautiful story that gives you the whole picture that is connected to " The Christmas box".

    • @BrendaBailey-vg5ng
      @BrendaBailey-vg5ng 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So which is part 1 and which is part 2 ..I love them both so much

    • @timmyangeltlc4888
      @timmyangeltlc4888 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@BrendaBailey-vg5ngTimepiece is the prequel to The Christmas Box.

  • @junederksen9205
    @junederksen9205 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful movie…I was very pleasantly surprised ❣️

  • @neilonicko1
    @neilonicko1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    for everyones info im really sorry to say but that little girl her real name is Kelsey Mulrooney she tragically passed away on April 19th 2021 due to some kind of infection in her organs she was 33 years old when she passed away.. I had met her on a trip in 2009 we've been staying in touch I found out today on April 22nd 2021 that she passed from the other people she was with..Rest In Peace I miss you Kelsey!!!

  • @bradleeskinner134
    @bradleeskinner134 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    We read this book in class then watched the film. I loved the sound of crickets...indoors...in the middle of winter. It was a nice touch that I never would have thought of while reading the book. Changing Richard's store from a men's formal wear shop to a ski company called The Ski Company was a stroke of genius. I could really see why business was booming in the middle of summer. Very enjoyable film. Fun for all ages. I highly recommend it.

    • @emmaleeskinner1201
      @emmaleeskinner1201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My favorite part was at 59:37. The man in the bookstore is a perfect, legendary actor. This movie would not be what it is with that oscar winning performance.

    • @bradleeskinner134
      @bradleeskinner134 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@emmaleeskinner1201 Bookstore Clerk is my favorite. He wasn't even in the book. So glad they added him to the film.

    • @keltonseiller279
      @keltonseiller279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I really love the angel statue such a beautiful piece of work but I got to know did anyone find its phone?

    • @elliephillips193
      @elliephillips193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My favorite part was when the music was the same volume everywhere in the house he heard it!

    • @karleebode3678
      @karleebode3678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love how close the movie is to the book!. It’s outstanding.

  • @gailedmonds9107
    @gailedmonds9107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This movie & John Denver's movie, "The Christmas Gift" & then "Christmas Vacation" are my 3 favorite Christmas movies. I have to watch these 3 before any others.

  • @starforge18
    @starforge18 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I like how there was no clouds in the sky but when Mary dies it starts snowing

  • @craigcarolynhagopian3728
    @craigcarolynhagopian3728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Had never seen this movie before. Such a strong message and excellent acting throughout. Hallmark movies like they used to be (a strong script with excellent lead actors and supporting actors). Back then it was quality and not quantity of films turned out like today. Thank you for posting such a great Christmas movie.

  • @meli_bee2289
    @meli_bee2289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    this movie came out when i was a little girl about 5yrs old id watch it with my mom bc were a sap for movies like these, i always loved maureen ohara bc i remember her in john wayne movies and the parent trap. this movie never used to make me cry lol but today it did bc it showed me how precious life is and how we should treasure family, especially now with the last 2yrs how crazy it has been, it has showed me how getting closer to the lord and cherishing my children and husband and family has truly meant to me, idk if its bc im 37 weeks pregnant or the fact that tv isnt what it once was but this movie being a wonderful example of the true meaning of christmas is just wonderful and i am happy youtube has it up. but the tears are sure falling and im excited about christmas, put up my tree and played christmas music now having lunch and enjoying this wonderful movie. please cherish every moment you have with your loved ones. and remember its never to early for chritsmas time bc it does go by so very fast and the sooner you start the longer you can enjoy it.

  • @salannegrant6967
    @salannegrant6967 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Maureen O 'Hara...... perfectly elegant

  • @mamapoppins7422
    @mamapoppins7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    🙋I have watched this movie several times over the years. I always tear up / cry 😢 at then end. As a Mom of 2 and a sister who lost a younger brother way too soon it helps to be reminded of the importance of what each person means to us. We can get so busy that we often forget. Cherish each other and God's love for each one of us. There is an additional movie to this one that explains the back story in more detail. It is called "Timepiece" and is a great addition to the story. Merry Christmas to anyone reading this in 2020. God Bless you.🎄☺

    • @lizmckay5163
      @lizmckay5163 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, watch this movie first and then the Time Piece. Time Piece is the story of Mary as a young adult and this movie is Mary in her advanced years. Both are outstanding, but I like Time Piece a little better.

    • @mamapoppins7422
      @mamapoppins7422 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lizmckay5163
      🙋I'm glad you enjoyed it too. I read the book triolgy this year. His writing was very good. Happy Holidays🎄.

  • @jacobcook1653
    @jacobcook1653 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I just love the fact how this lovely lady cared so much for this family and after passing she left them a missive mansion with no return!

  • @hannahskinner6357
    @hannahskinner6357 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s beautiful to see a film represent the book so greatly, everything was perfect to the book, no complaints here ❤🎉

  • @ohnomychickennuggets4618
    @ohnomychickennuggets4618 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I loved how the company Richard ran was named "The Ski Company", really an inspirational and well thought-out name.

  • @vanillacreem816
    @vanillacreem816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    How can anyone watch this movie and not tear up at the End? What an incredible movie.

    • @geraldbarreno535
      @geraldbarreno535 ปีที่แล้ว

      U right about that I am 55 really give me some tears ..I am man no easy to tears .

  • @earlinehall7939
    @earlinehall7939 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A wonderful movie and so true.God gave his only son for us.

  • @kevinadams6424
    @kevinadams6424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I remember reading this book and seeing the movie not too long after I lost my grandfather. My closest grandfather who use to tape Batman the series for me..R.I.P grandpap.

  • @serenityparanormal
    @serenityparanormal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    One of my favorites! So authentic and a positive message! LOVE Richard Thomas ever since the Waltons!!

  • @jmj5388
    @jmj5388 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mo was 75 here, and remained impossibly beautiful well into her 80’s. She and Loretta Young kept their looks better and longer than any other Old Hollywood actresses of their era.

  • @hollylake9151
    @hollylake9151 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This movie is always my favorite. It’s absolutely amazing how clueless everyone is about every little thing. If it’s the snow in the end everyone is amazed at, or going through the Christmas box looking in the distance everyone always seems to be clueless. This movie is absolutely amazing. Being in SLC and seeing how it is during Christmas, this is no where near close. The lack of decorations always amazed me. If I talked on the phone as fast as Richard I’d be getting stuff DONE! Absolute beautiful movie, definitely all about what Christmas should be about!

  • @pattimccraw6168
    @pattimccraw6168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    richard thomas aka john boy, enjoy watching him in all the movies he is in, maureen ohara was one of my favorite actresses

  • @lindamarsh6711
    @lindamarsh6711 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A lovely movie with the true meaning of Christmas! Thank you for posting it!

  • @michellereed5638
    @michellereed5638 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love this movie because it teaches that God is love and that it is more important to love. The world's way is money--which is supposed to lead to power. However that power often leads to evil and corruption and greed and materialism and disappointment. When we decide to follow God's plan and choose Love over money--the kind of Spiritual love for each other and care and kindness, which leads us to do acts of kindness and caring for one another--this leads to a higher level of living. God will bless those who live this way--with an abundance to make it in this world. Perhaps not the "standard" the world thinks is successful--but it is enough to meet to meet the needs of the individual or family.
    In my case, I choose God and love over money. In that choice I have been blessed greatly. I do not have a pot of money or fancy house. I am living in low income housing with a housing voucher. I live on SSDI, and food stamps--hey--I have food on the table, clothes on my back, a bed to sleep in and a roof over my head, shoes on my feet and my sister lives with me, and together we make it. Our needs are met, we have electricity, phone and internet too. These are luxuries for most people. I cannot complain.
    Thanks for the great movie! I truly enjoyed it. Life is what you make of it--you do not need lots of money to be happy--if you shift your focus on God, love and family and caring for others! Believing in God, and Jesus Christ--does not promise us a rose garden, however, HE promises to walk besides us and to guide us through the rough patches and to provide for our NEEDS. When I lost my job and every penny I had in savings, IRA and 401K--and declared disabled--God did provide. I did not become homeless, things just fell into place and I have been living check to check every since, and on pure faith!

    • @AstralPixie
      @AstralPixie 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good for you. "It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God." Mark 10:25 *In the world, but not of the world*

  • @lindacinnamond2723
    @lindacinnamond2723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    EXCELLENT 👍 MOVIE!! 🎥🎟️. This presentation is absolutely , truly the reason of CHRISTMAS!!! Im thrilled that this movie film 🎥 was actually produced, for all the general audiences!! CONGRATULATIONS! This movie film should be commended into the ORIGINAL CLASSIC for the ages!! Warmest Regards, Linda M Cinnamond 💜🤗🙋

  • @ginenelafontaine8343
    @ginenelafontaine8343 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Lovely movie and it was a joy to see Maureen O'Hara and Richard Thomas together. Thank you.

  • @LauraMonge1974
    @LauraMonge1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So grateful for finding this, thanks so much!

  • @alvislancaster9638
    @alvislancaster9638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm watching this movie because of kelsey mulroney.....saw her recently in second chances.......loved her...she so cute and sweet....and adorable....

  • @louisescanlon7478
    @louisescanlon7478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I Love This Film. I Love Richard Thomas and Maureen O Hara. I know this film ofg by heart as ive watched it so often. Its such a lovely story. Thsnks so much for posting it. 🤗⚘🤗⚘🤗⚘🤗⚘

  • @Sarasdad91
    @Sarasdad91 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for posting this beautiful movie. Been looking years for it.

  • @theresavoomadaffore9466
    @theresavoomadaffore9466 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The eyes of Richard Thomas n Maureen O'Hara are trully their greatest assets in their industry.

  • @zackerymikesell4684
    @zackerymikesell4684 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I loved this movie I was able to relate to a lot in this movie because my grandma died too

    • @HyPnicBtrfly
      @HyPnicBtrfly ปีที่แล้ว

      Omg I can relate to because I am the dead grandma XD

    • @bradleeskinner134
      @bradleeskinner134 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad to hear that...not that your grandma died, but that you were able to relate to it.

  • @siison1390
    @siison1390 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I watched this movie because I love Maureen O’Hara movies. I wouldn’t watch it without her in it. I really really get upset when a man works so hard to provide for his family just to hear them complaint why he’s not home. But bringing work home is unacceptable. I draw the line at that.Just my view on ungrateful families.

  • @angelagilliland5659
    @angelagilliland5659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an absolutely wonderful movie. Such a Beautiful story. Maureen O'hara was always such a Beautiful Lady. She is a true legend. For anyone who's never seen it, i would like to recommend another wonderful movie with Mrs. O'hara. The forbidden street is a really great watch.

  • @springtimemarion
    @springtimemarion ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love this movie . A beautiful movie.❤❤❤

  • @monkeyd.mudbone6364
    @monkeyd.mudbone6364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dreams were very outstanding! Great way to bring music with stone Angel's what a joy!

  • @susanrussell1555
    @susanrussell1555 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I read the book many years ago. This is a tender story. Thanks.

  • @bayleejensen8464
    @bayleejensen8464 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really like how it seems like the cast didn’t get the script until right before filming, it really gave a realistic feel to this. Really inspiring!

    • @granttutty6210
      @granttutty6210 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anyone else notice that most of this cast is from IT directed from steven king?

  • @destynigerman1938
    @destynigerman1938 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the way the movie showed how nice Mary was to everyone, like it was portrayed in the book. And I also love so very very much how it was wintertime in Salt Lake throughout the whole movie.

  • @rebeccamoore2711
    @rebeccamoore2711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Edit to first comment: Richard Paul Evans, I believe one of his first novels. Excellent cast, beautiful story, powerful message. Highly recommend! Thank you for the upload!

  • @marvinabigby5509
    @marvinabigby5509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Those were the most beautiful trees I have ever seen.

  • @karenmallonee3867
    @karenmallonee3867 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just looked for this movie right about Thanksgiving time and couldn't find it. I had bought the book when it first came out, but was unable to read it. For some reason when the movie came out I didn't get a chance to watch it. With this year off 2020 we had I wanted to watch Christmas films I never got the chance to enjoy...well, here I am. What a delightful story, sad at the end. Thank you so much for posting this film, it's perfectly heartwarming for Christmas time!!! ❄️🎄✝️♥️

    • @keltonseiller279
      @keltonseiller279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Glad you finally unlocked the Christmas box

    • @karenmallonee3867
      @karenmallonee3867 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@keltonseiller279
      Indeed. Perfectly put! ❤️

    • @susieqx3
      @susieqx3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, sad, but bittersweet sad. Mary is with her daughter now. I hope when my end comes my son will greet me...

  • @foldelops
    @foldelops 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    ❤❤❤ this Christmas Flick ! ! !
    ❤ the whole series !
    I wish someone would load ...
    The Time Piece & The Letter !
    It's a Great flick when u never get tired of watchin it !
    In my top all time top 10 favs !
    They just don't make them like this anymore 😔 !
    All the stuff on hallmark & LT is so predictable, boring & already been done a zillion x'zzz !
    Maureen O'Hara was such a Great actress ... RIP !
    I keep watchin it over & over bcuz u never know ...
    Well ... let's see how long this stays loaded for !

    • @eepanusstar5940
      @eepanusstar5940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think the Time Piece is up-or else on DVD-this isn't-I am reading the trilogy book now

    • @grannyof0980
      @grannyof0980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I wanted to guy it all was really expensive. All 3 were good and those prequels explain The Christmas Box. Maureen Ohara is one of my all time favorite actresses. She in John Candy in Only the Lonely and Mc Clintock with John Wayne.
      Heaven Sent which is a Michael Landon Jr. Made it....Oh my you will just melt over this story. I bought my digital copy on Vudu.

  • @kuhtone
    @kuhtone ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, I'd never seen this movie. Beautiful, thank you for sharing it!

  • @junkyalfon9908
    @junkyalfon9908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Been looking it here for so many months. Thank you!

  • @edkarenlytle7893
    @edkarenlytle7893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Loved this!! Thank you for this movie!! Loved hearing the audio book too!!!💖💖💖

  • @patmelton43
    @patmelton43 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I try to find this movie every year. It really moves me.

  • @DressyBessie
    @DressyBessie ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I haven't seen this movie for a long time! My favorite Christmas movie! Thanks for posting! 🤗🎁😇

    • @DressyBessie
      @DressyBessie ปีที่แล้ว

      I forgot how funny it is at times too. 😄 🤣 🏂

  • @carsonhensley4351
    @carsonhensley4351 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    From Maryanne being portrayed perfectly from the book to the movie, and Richard having the same mood in both is amazing. Overall 10/10

  • @jm.3617
    @jm.3617 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Just caught this movie On Demand and I absolutely love it. I think it’s right up there with It’s A Wonderful Life. It’ll be a tradition with me now 🎄 🌟 👼