juliafwilliams

It is with the utmost sadness that I have read that Bob Clark, the director who turned this little-film-that-could into a minor cult classic and annual television Christmas tradition, was killed in an automobile crash, along with his 22-year old son. The crash happened because the driver of the other automobile was under the influence of alcohol.

It is my hope that if a 25th anniversary edition DVD is released in 2008, it will contain a fitting tribute to the life and career of Mr. Clark.

R.I.P.

Please, please DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE.

Having seen this movie on Lifetime, I would like to say this: All adults, parents and teachers, but in particular, parents have a GUT responsibility to talk to their children about the dynamics of sex BEFORE the children attain adolescence. The younger brother's encounter with pornographic material seems to back up what I opine.

As for the movie itself, like several other movies, whether for the big screen or little screen, this movie HAD to be made in order to educate the public about the consequences of addiction to pornography and the responsibilities of parents to monitor their children's Internet activity. (I believe parents should monitor their own Internet activity, thereby setting a proper example).

Here's hoping this wonderful television movie will be released to DVD soon.

'Playing to Win', 'Champion's Fight (a/k/a 'Shattered Hearts'), and 'The Accident' -- all gripping movies under the popular 'Moment of Truth' franchise. (Oh, let us not forget 'Secret Between Friends'). If ever there is a collection of movies that belongs on DVD, the 'Moment of Truth' franchise is the one.

'The Accident' deals with the dynamics of drinking and driving in a tactful and educational way and should send a strong message to adults AND children (future adolescents) -- DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE, and if you believe you have a drinking problem, or if anyone you know has a drinking problem, GET SOME HELP! For your sake and the sake of those around you.