The Long Road Home (film)
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The Long Road Home is a family
1999 TV-movie, directed and written by Craig Clyde
. It stars Michael Ansara
, T.J. Lowther and Mary Elizabeth Winstead
. The film tells the story of a city boy
's life after having to live with his grandparents in a village after his parent's death.
) goes to live with his grandparents on their farm. Grouchy old Murdock (Michael Ansara
) is not very happy with the presence of his grandson and is rather hard on him. He was strongly opposed to the mixed marriage of his daughter and doesn't want to hear anything about Seth's Indian father who died a hero in Vietnam when Seth was still a baby. His grandmother (Sandra Shotwell) on the other hand was very fond of Seth but after a while she passes away. Seth also meets the charming yet sporting Annie Jacobs (Mary Elizabeth Winstead
). Seth struggles at the farm with his grumpy grandfather and strives to win Annie's heart at the same time. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0160481/plotsummary
Family film
A family film is a film genre that is designed to appeal to a variety of age groups and, thus, families.In December 2005, Steven Spielberg's 1982 film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial came first in a poll of the 100 Greatest Family Films. The genre today generates billions of dollars per annum.Family...
1999 TV-movie, directed and written by Craig Clyde
Craig Clyde
Craig Clyde is an American actor, screenplay writer, and film director. He lives in Salt Lake City and is the father of K.C. Clyde. He is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints....
. It stars Michael Ansara
Michael Ansara
Michael Ansara is a Syrian-born American stage, screen, and voice actor best known for his portrayal of Cochise in the American television series Broken Arrow, Kane in the 1979-81 series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, and Commander Kang on three different Star Trek TV series.- Early life and...
, T.J. Lowther and Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Mary Elizabeth Winstead is an American actress. She is best known for her scream queen roles in the horror films Final Destination 3, Black Christmas, Death Proof, and The Thing...
. The film tells the story of a city boy
City Boy
City Boy were a moderately successful English rock band in the late 1970s, characterised by complex vocal arrangements and heavy guitars. The band consisted of Lol Mason , Steve Broughton , Max Thomas , Chris Dunn , Roger Kent , Mike Slamer , and Roy Ward...
's life after having to live with his grandparents in a village after his parent's death.
Plot
After his mother died, 12 year old Seth George (T.J. LowtherT.J. Lowther
T.J. Lowther is an American actor. He started as a child star, appearing in Neon City in 1991 at the age of 5. In 1993, he appeared in his most famous role, as Philip Perry in Clint Eastwood's film A Perfect World, alongside Kevin Costner, for which he received significant praise...
) goes to live with his grandparents on their farm. Grouchy old Murdock (Michael Ansara
Michael Ansara
Michael Ansara is a Syrian-born American stage, screen, and voice actor best known for his portrayal of Cochise in the American television series Broken Arrow, Kane in the 1979-81 series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, and Commander Kang on three different Star Trek TV series.- Early life and...
) is not very happy with the presence of his grandson and is rather hard on him. He was strongly opposed to the mixed marriage of his daughter and doesn't want to hear anything about Seth's Indian father who died a hero in Vietnam when Seth was still a baby. His grandmother (Sandra Shotwell) on the other hand was very fond of Seth but after a while she passes away. Seth also meets the charming yet sporting Annie Jacobs (Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Mary Elizabeth Winstead is an American actress. She is best known for her scream queen roles in the horror films Final Destination 3, Black Christmas, Death Proof, and The Thing...
). Seth struggles at the farm with his grumpy grandfather and strives to win Annie's heart at the same time. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0160481/plotsummary
Cast
- Michael AnsaraMichael AnsaraMichael Ansara is a Syrian-born American stage, screen, and voice actor best known for his portrayal of Cochise in the American television series Broken Arrow, Kane in the 1979-81 series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, and Commander Kang on three different Star Trek TV series.- Early life and...
as Murdock Haynes - T.J. LowtherT.J. LowtherT.J. Lowther is an American actor. He started as a child star, appearing in Neon City in 1991 at the age of 5. In 1993, he appeared in his most famous role, as Philip Perry in Clint Eastwood's film A Perfect World, alongside Kevin Costner, for which he received significant praise...
as Seth George - Mary Elizabeth WinsteadMary Elizabeth WinsteadMary Elizabeth Winstead is an American actress. She is best known for her scream queen roles in the horror films Final Destination 3, Black Christmas, Death Proof, and The Thing...
as Annie Jacobs - Sandra Shotwell as Neldra Haynes
- Al HarringtonAl Harrington (actor)Al Harrington is an American television actor. He is best known as his role as "Det. Ben Kokua" on the CBS television series Hawaii Five-O, He had previously appeared in five episodes of the series as other characters Al Harrington (born Tausau Ta'a on December 12, 1935 in Pago Pago, American...
as Andy Lamebull - Craig ClydeCraig ClydeCraig Clyde is an American actor, screenplay writer, and film director. He lives in Salt Lake City and is the father of K.C. Clyde. He is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints....
as Jim Jacobs - Joyce CohenJoyce CohenJoyce Cohen is an American actress. She is known for playing Mrs. Gallagher in the Disney Channel Original Movie Read it and Weep.-Career:She has also acted as:*Ms. Falstaff in High School Musical...
as Missy Jacobs - K.C. Clyde as Rob Taylor