The best of Christian movies

I used to do a weekly post on this blog recommending  a movie every weekend. Now that I'm back online I seem to be going back into that habit. I just watched again one of the best Christian movies ever made and surprisingly it is not made by Christians. The lady who directed it actually also directed the film Twilight which is about vampires and werewolves.
This is supposed to be a Christmas movie but I say let's try and have Christmas all year long. This is simply a wonderful movie and I can't recommend it enough.
It's currently being played on YouTube for free and in completeness. So I would suggest you watch it as soon as possible before YouTube decides to delete it.
"The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight."

Sincerely Laura Lee

The Nativity

I can't find the YouTube link from here but

Do a search at YouTube for "The Nativity full movie" 
and choose "The Birth of Jesus"  from a YouTuber called Astermd.

(from 5 years ago with 755K views)
Good luck God bless and enjoy

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Jan. 13,, 2017)

As they used to say on Monty Python, "and now for something completely different ..."

Last week I recommended a tense, psychological thriller ["Failsafe"]. This week I probably couldn't recommend a film that's more different than 1968's, "With Six You Get Eggroll", starring Doris Day and Brian Keith. 

Doris Day Having
a Bad Hair Day

I watched it a few weeks ago for the first time with the eyes of an adult and definitely got more out of it. I left several good comments at it's YouTube webpage, but a lot of people felt I hadn't raved enough about it. (I had NO idea that so many people had such strong opinions and deep enthusiasm for this film). 

Doris Day Having a
Shopping Day

It's the story of a lovely lady, bringing up three very lonely boys. All of them had hair of gold, like their mother. The oldest one, no pose. 
Til the one day when the lady met a 'fella' and they knew it was much more than a hunch, that this group must somehow form a family. That's the way they all became the Iverson bunch.

The Iverson bunch.
The Iverson bunch.
That's the way they became the Iverson bunch.

So I'm giving in to peer pressure, heeding your opinions and recommending this film for my weekly feature, due mostly to what other people think of it. 

It IS a charming, sweet and [sometimes] silly romantic comedy that basically fills all of  "Laura-Lee's Requirements". So I don't feel too guilty for caving in. 

It's definitely a feel-good film. And I DO hope you feel good as you enjoy this film, your weekend and snuggling up to that someone special (or to someone who may become your "someone special").

You, the people, have spoken. 

Doris Day Having a Romantic Night
with Brian Keith

Sincerely, Laura-Lee


P.S.  I still think the film, "Yours, Mine and Ours" with Henry Fonda and Lucille Ball is the same type of film but far superior to this one, And when I find a good quality upload of it, I will be letting you know.


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK "With Six You Get Eggroll" (from YouTube)

LINK More Info on "With Six You Get Eggroll" (IMDb website)

With Six You Get Eggroll
Promo Poster

(Remember. I welcome "Lookie-Loos" at my YouTube channel to see my other Playlists and Recommendations)

LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

Here is the wonderful "something extra" for those who have scrolled right to the bottom of the page.

LINK to "Brady Bunch" Opening Theme Song (from YouTube)

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Jan. 7,, 2017)

For the first film I recommend for the year 2017 I have decided to "stir the pot" and really freak you out with the 1964 psychological thriller, "Failsafe".

Made during the height of "cold war", nuclear tensions between the Soviet Union and America, this movie will keep you stuck to your seat more than an entire tube of Crazy Glue.

The United States appears to have sent a squadron of bombers carrying nuclear warheads to drop on Moscow only to discover it's merely a miscommunication and a technical malfunction. But how does the President convince the Soviets that's it's all just a big mistake?

And once he convinces the Russians, how does he convince his bombers to stand down and return home after they've reached their "failsafe", which is the point at which they've been trained to ignore ALL commands to abort their mission?

It will grab you in the first 5 minutes, keep you thoroughly engrossed and present you with an ending you will NOT see coming.

... and give you and your date lots to talk about when it's over. 

Make sure you have lots of munchies available so you don't bite your fingernails down to the quick.

MALE Fingernail reaction to this film

FEMALE Fingernail reaction to this film

And take note of an amazing supporting performance by Larry Hagman (Yes. The same Larry Hagman of "Dallas" and "I Dream of Jeannie" fame) as the President's Russian translator.

Larry Hagman & Henry Fonda
do "Social Media" the old-fashioned way

Unfortunately, the upload to YouTube is not the best quality and you'll have to endure a bit of  "Chipmunk-Voice", but soon you'll stop noticing it because of the quality of the story.

I hope your Christmas and New Years was filled with good times and is now replaced with the good memories they left behind.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to "Failsafe" at YouTube Website

LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

(My YouTube Channel: Where "Lookie-Loos" are always Welcome)

LINK to More Info About "Failsafe" (IMDb Website)

"Failsafe" Promo Poster

Convict

File Clerk

             VS

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Dec. 30, 2016)

Linda Purl & Roger Kern
learn a NEW way to "celebrate" Christmas

I found a film that I haven't seen in years and just stumbled on it again today. So this is one of those instances where I will be watching the same movie at the same time as most of you. Right now.

Created by the people who brought us the TV show, "Little House on the Prairie" for all those years and based on a book by Laura Ingall's daughter, Rose, this is called, "Young Pioneers Christmas" and stars Roger Kern and Linda Purl (who was my favorite actress through all my 'kid-years').

As one YouTuber appropriately commented about this film,  "adversity builds character". It's a bit grittier than an average episode of "Little House on the Prairie" would have been and also has the honor of being the final "Wholesome Weekend Date Movie" of the year, 2016. 

I'm hoping to come back tomorrow and make a couple blog posts for New Year's Eve, but for now, I want to thank all of you who visited me every week during these past months to discover which film I recommended. I always found it very humbling AND flattering simultaneously.

I hope you have a good and safe weekend as you celebrate and reflect and also that you come to visit me again in 2017. (I wonder what it holds for all and each of us.)

God bless you, my friends.

Love Always, Laura-Lee 


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to "Young Pioneers Christmas" from YouTube

LINK to More Info of "Young Pioneers Christmas" (IMDb Website)

Promo Poster

(As always, I welcome 'Lookie-Loos' to check out my YouTube channel to see my other PlayLists and Recommendations)

LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things."   Philippians 4:8 (NIV Bible)

(Below is your "something extra" for scrolling all the way to the bottom of the page)

Mistletoe
And a Virtual Kiss ... from ME!

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Dec.23, 2016)

This will be short and sweet. Tonight I am recommending the BEST film version of the classic book "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. 
But this one is done by the Muppets and is aptly titled, "A Muppet Christmas Carol".  If you're not already in love, get ready to be. And I mean with this movie too. It has it all and it is not only my pleasure to recommend it to you but my honor as well.

I would have offered it much sooner but it's been very difficult to find a good quality upload of it. But I simply can't wait any longer. I'm sending you to the best version I could find. You might want to try and find a better one, but I would suggest you don't waste too much time doing that. It only takes a couple minutes for you to be swept away and into this story and won't notice anything else.

Then top off this romantic evening with "Merry Christmas Mr. Bean". This IS a night for good feelings and romance. LOVE is in the air, everywhere.

The ultimate LONG-TERM Love Affair
Kermit & Miss Piggy

(I also hope you will come back tomorrow as well. I've got a few things I am still working on and I hope to come back online after I've finished them up)

Snuggle up my wonderful friends. "It feels like Christmas!"

Love Laura-Lee 


LINK to "A Muppet Christmas Carol" (YouTube)


LINK to "Merry Christmas Mr. Bean" (YouTube)



LINK to More Info about "A Muppet Christmas Carol" (IMDb Website)

Muppet Christmas Carol Promo Poster

LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

(Remember. I love "lookie-loos". So head to my channel and have a look around at my recommendations and Play Lists.)

LINK Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

(Your something extra for scrolling all the way to the bottom of the page)

"Muppet Christmas Carol" BEHIND THE SCENES (YouTube)

"Wholesome" Movie: that CAN'T WAIT for WEEKEND

I have a feature at this blog when every Friday I recommend a great film specifically for those on their first date or are Christians and don't want graphic sex, violence, swearing called the "Wholesome Weekend Date Movie". Below is my entire list of "Laura-Lee's Requirements" that ALL the films I recommend must follow.

But before I started that I did just a regular film review of one of my all time favorite films called, "The Trap" with Oliver Reed and Rita Tushingham.

But, alas, (Yes. I say words like "alas" in real life), when I originally reviewed the film, the version on YouTube (although appreciated) was not very good and actually had several crucial minutes in the middle missing. ACK! (Yes. I say words like "ACK!" in real life too)

I have just discovered a BETTER version uploaded on YouTube. It is not only free and available immediately, but includes the part that was missing from the original YouTube upload. 

Oliver Reed portrays a French Canadian trapper who "buys" himself a bride and takes her to his cabin in the beautiful Canadian wilderness. Since I happen to BE a French-Canadian, I knew he was getting his role right, but I didn't initially know just how huge the transformation from his usual self that his performance was. 

Oliver Reed
(NOT in "The Trap")

Oliver Reed &
Rita Tushingham
(in "The Trap")

But, as with all things YouTube, you never know when something will suddenly NOT BE THERE. So I didn't want to risk waiting for the weekend. I'm also cutting this blog post short (which goes against my "long-winded" nature) so you don't waste any more time.

Walk, run or crawl to your keyboard, mouse or touchpad but see this version of "The Trap" right NOW!

Consider this my "WEEKLY random act of kindness" and I'll see you again Friday for my usual "Wholesome Weekend Date Movie"  recommendation.

LINK to "The Trap" (BETTER upload at YouTube)


Sincerely, Laura-Lee

CAUTION: As usual, "Wholesome" does not mean for children. This film has some adult themes that might not be appropriate for younger or sensitive viewers.

LINK "The Trap" MY Original Film Review


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK "The Trap" More Info (Wikipedia website)

LINK "The Trap" More Info (IMDb Website)

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Why are you still here? Go to YouTube NOW to see this film. 


(I give it 9 out of 10 "little Christian Fishies")

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Dec. 16, 2016)

For this week in mid-December, I want you to relax and be treated to the ultimate feel-good Christmas movie classic, "The Bells of St. Mary's".  

While it does contain all the usual sentiments you'd expect from a 1945 Bing Crosby Christmas film, this one surpasses the others due to the wonderfully written story and realistic performance of Ingrid Bergman. By giving this film it's firm grounding she actually raises it to a higher level than the glut of similar but lesser Christmas movies.

Bing Crosby & Ingrid Bergman
declare a holiday

Bing's "Father O'Malley" comes to take over from the ailing former Pastor of the school but, unknown to the nuns, he is also there to evaluate whether St. Mary's should be closed or remain open. But while the Father is doing his evaluating, the sisters are fervently praying that the rich man who has built a massive and modern building next door will just suddenly give it to them to be their new St. Mary's School.

There are lots of clashes of words, wit, ideals, faith, and personality between Bing's easy-going Father O'Malley and Ingrid's practical Sister Superior that cause both tension and a good deal of humor. But it also leads to the ultimate confrontation between the two when the Sister Superior is re-assigned without a choice away from the school she loves so much at the recommendation of Father O'Malley who goes "over her head" to get it done. 

Whatever happens, make sure you don't miss the final 5 minutes of the film. It's the big "payoff".

I could rave about this film much more but it's time for you to just go and watch it. I'll also be watching it (again) and hoping it enhances your date, your weekend and your Christmas. That's a tall order, but this film can deliver it.

Love, Laura-Lee

Horace P. Bogardus.
"Generosity. Benevolence. And dust."

LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to "The Bells of St. Mary's" (YouTube website)

(I encourage "lookie-loos" to check out my PlayLists and Recommendations)

LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

LINK More Info About "Bells of St. Mary's" (IMDb website)

Promo Poster

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things." 

       Philippians 4:8  (NIV)

(And the "something extra" this week for those of you who scrolled all the way to the bottom of the page? 

"Celtic Woman" live in concert. Cuddle up and enjoy the joy of good music. I hope you're in the company of someone who loves you. You need to know that you matter.)

"Celtic Woman - Home for Christmas" (Concert Video)

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Dec. 9, 2016)

I've wanted to recommend this week's film for a very long time but have had to wait in order to find an uploaded copy that is of a good enough quality so you can actually see and hear it well enough that it won't detract from your viewing experience. And this story is definitely worth ANY wait.

Sally Field discovers
 we really like her.

"Places in the Heart" won Sally Field yet another Academy Award. And rightly so. The story of a newly widowed woman who must find a way to earn a living during the Depression after her husband is shot and killed by a black man.


Enter Danny Glover's character. A down on his luck hobo who knows all about raising cotton. Together they form an unlikely alliance that eventually becomes an unlikely friendship. 

I can't say enough good about this movie, so I'll "shut my trap" and just let you go and start watching it "immediately" and for "FREE". But I'll CAUTION you that there is a "love scene" (aka. adultery scene) which is semi-graphic because it depicts some "pillow talk". But I usually warn you anyway that "wholesome" does NOT mean there are not "adult" themes present. So I doubt you will find this  overly shocking or embarrassing. 

Also, as usual, it is my hope that relaxing with a good film and with good company will be just the beginning of a good weekend.

Deeply and sincerely, 
 Laura-Lee


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to "Places in the Heart" at YouTube Website

(Lots of recommendations and featured items at my YouTube Channel. I invite "Lookie-Loos".)

LINK to "Complete Films Play List" at Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

LINK More Info about "Places in the Heart" at IMDb website

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[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Dec. 2, 2016)

YouTube Recommended this Nicolas Cage (and Shirley MacLaine) film to me and since it's also one of my all time favorites AND it's a good quality upload, I'm going to pass it right on to you.

Nicolas Cage
bringing brunch & a rose bud

"Guarding Tess" is its name and the rest of it I will leave as a surprise. But I will tell you a couple things. Shirley MacLaine is mostly in "Chick Flicks" but in this case,  there isn't much weeping just lots of laughing and the MEN will love it too.

"I wish I had Nicolas Cage go shopping with me too!"
~ L-L

Also, I need to CAUTION  "sensitive viewers" that there is a handful of blasphemy in it. And surprisingly, it's mostly from the character who is portraying the President of the United States. (Art imitating life?)

And, as usual, my wishes for a good weekend to all. Thanks for stopping by again.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee

LINK to "Guarding Tess" now at YouTube




LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK more INFO about "Guarding Tess" at IMDb Website

Promo Poster

(I invite "Lookie-Loos" at my Channel. Lots of Play Lists & Recommendations to see)

LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel

(Something EXTRA to cap off your evening and for scrolling all this way. A short and funny documentary - 23 minutes - with Beavers vs Humans as they build their dam & pond front home. Who will win the title of "Master Builders"?)

LINK to "BBC Wildlife Beavers the Master Builders" Documentary (YouTube)

[Immediately FREE] Wholesome Weekend Date Movie (Nov. 26, 2016)

With the release of Mel Gibson's latest film, "Hacksaw Ridge", there is new attention being focused on another man who was also a reluctant war hero. Alvin York.

Gary Cooper

This film, simply titled, "Sergeant York" is a wonderfully crafted film that has it all, Starring the always loveable and quintessential  "everyman", Gary Cooper, it is the story of a recent convert to Christianity who is trying to determine whether or not it's okay to kill when he is drafted into the army.   

Captivating, dramatic, tense, thrilling and often humorous, this is a film great in its simple telling of the life of an ordinary man who does the EXTRAordinary in the face of insurmountable odds. 
You do NOT want to miss this one.  

Have a good weekend, everyone.

Sincerely, Laura-Lee

LINK to "Sergeant York" at YouTube Website


LINK to Laura-Lee's YouTube Channel


LAURA-LEE'S   REQUIREMENTS:   

• Good Story
• Appeals to BOTH Men & Women
• Funny
• Witty
• Good acting
• Plot Twist
• Evokes "warm fuzzies"
• Motivates snuggling
• No Graphic Sex, Violence or Swearing
• Leaves you with good feelings/thoughts
• "Jazzed" and anxious to share it
• Available on the Internet right now for FREE (so you can watch it Immediately)

LINK to More INFO about "Sergeant York" film at IMDb Website

Sergeant York Promo Poster

Sergeant York
(another) Promo Poster