The Journey Ahead

This is a great movie to watch with people you love - and it'll make you want to phone them if you're not with them. Holly Robinson Peete was perfect as was Kaylee Bryant. A perfect pairing. The entire cast was well chosen. Kudos to all. There were a few moments that seemed a little slow but the story and acting made up for that. Beautiful scenery as well. I'd definitely watch this again. Two hours well spent.

A staple in Hallmark movies, Holly Robinson can be depended upon to give a fine and satisfying performance, but this may be her best yet. She is terrifically authentic here, acting with all the right edge, feelings, emotions, (sometimes) comedy, and genuine warmth that the variety of scenes require. It's a natural and professional performance that you can't help but enjoy. Matching her talents, is Kaylee Bryant, who is equally effective. They have a film chemistry that is totally believable and they serve the script perfectly.

Kudos must go to writer Engman, director Hayter, the editors and the cinematographer. They have created a sort of unique Hallmark film wrapped up in an attractive and totally interesting package. The supporting actors are all very good, particularly the actress who plays Bryant's mother. All in all, something different from Hallmark that really works well, particularly because Robinson and Bryant were able to carry it off.

Not the typical Hallmark movie, interesting story line with a great message but...

As in many Hallmark movies, there were quite a few disconnects. Some small, some larger. For example, the unrealistic rafting scene, the restaurant scene where the child comes over and silently colors on a paper at a table occupied by the main characters, and the dinner scene where in the middle of dinner, one character asks for pie and gets up to get it while the other two are still eating. A guest would never do that. Especially a prominent actress who prides herself on propriety. These are just a few examples but there were others. I find these take away from the credibility of the story.

A thoroughly enjoyable female bonding road trip movie with excellent writing and a good story line. The actors were well chosen and so believable in their roles. Their conversations were real and not their emotions not forced. I have nothing negative to say about this movie. Hallmark - more movies like these that have a lot of depth and honesty would be most appreciated! And if you could put these well written movies on your regular Hallmark channel (my sister isn't able to watch HM&M) that would be great!

This movie was one of Holly Robinson Peete's best. Probably the only one better was The Christmas Doctor.

The journey of theses two women, who are an unlikely pair, was special, enlightening, sweet and humorous. The evolution of the two women was interesting and sweet.

The storyline was different. The two main characters were a hoot together. The scenery was beautiful. This movie made me laugh and cry.

Although it was a very unique story, I gave it a 9 instead of a 10 because the ending was expected. There were no last minute surprises.

But overall a really good movie that I would watch again.