Mary Badham's first film in 39 years.
The hound dog in the film was named Rufus in real life and belonged to Joey Feek. Joey was approached about Rufus being featured in the film because a producer heard that Rufus would do anything & everything Joey told him to.
Hilarie Burton's debut.
Hilarie Burton and Autumn Reeser is Best known from 2 series which aired the same year 2003. Hilarie Burton in One Tree Hill (2003) and Autumn Reeser in The O.C (2003)