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Emma Smith: My Story

  • 2008
  • PG
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
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Emma Smith: My Story (2008)
DocudramaPeriod DramaBiographyDramaHistory

Before her death, Emma Hale Smith reflects on her life: beginning with her childhood, up through her final years in Nauvoo.Before her death, Emma Hale Smith reflects on her life: beginning with her childhood, up through her final years in Nauvoo.Before her death, Emma Hale Smith reflects on her life: beginning with her childhood, up through her final years in Nauvoo.

  • Directors
    • Gary Cook
    • T.C. Christensen
  • Writer
    • Gary Cook
  • Stars
    • Patricia Place
    • Katherine Nelson
    • Nathan Mitchell
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    377
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Gary Cook
      • T.C. Christensen
    • Writer
      • Gary Cook
    • Stars
      • Patricia Place
      • Katherine Nelson
      • Nathan Mitchell
    • 18User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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    Patricia Place
    • Emma Smith Bidamon
    Katherine Nelson
    • Emma Hale Smith
    Nathan Mitchell
    • Joseph Smith, Jr
    Stephanie Breinholt
    • Julia Murdock Smith
    • (as Stephanie Foster Breinholt)
    Tayva Patch
    • Lucy Mack Smith
    Rick Macy
    Rick Macy
    • Joseph Smith, Sr.
    Dallyn Vail Bayles
    • Hyrum Smith
    • (as Dallyn Bayles)
    Cheryl Kirby
    • Lydia Douglas
    Kalvin Stringer
    • Charlie Bidamon
    Bob Nelson
    • Isaac Hale
    Rosanna Ungerman
    • Elizabeth Hale
    Duff Clawson
    • Martin Harris
    Ryan Wood
    • Oliver Cowdery
    Joy Gardner
    • Sophronia Smith
    Talon G. Ackerman
    • Joseph III
    Rachel Bayles
    • Sister Phelps
    Joel Bishop
    Joel Bishop
    • Parley P. Pratt
    Cam Deaver
    Cam Deaver
    • Jesse Crosley
    • (as Cameron Deaver)
    • Directors
      • Gary Cook
      • T.C. Christensen
    • Writer
      • Gary Cook
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    4stephenchalmers71

    Inaccurate History

    The reason for my poor review has less to do with the technical quality of the film than with its content. Actually, it's fairly well made for a straight to DVD historical biopic. It's simply not a very accurate account of Mormon history. The reasons for anti-Mormon sentiment in Missouri and elsewhere isn't mentioned at all, and polygamy is only mentioned in passing. Not a single one of Joseph Smith's 25+ other wives is even mentioned, nor is the 5000 man strong Nauvoo Legion or Smith's attempts to establish a theocratic dictatorship everywhere he went.

    I know a lot of Mormons, and they are almost universally nice and respectable people. I just wish for once that they would own up to their somewhat sordid past.
    5bkoganbing

    Joe and Emma

    Naturally several aspects of the story of Founder Joseph Smith have been done by the Mormon cinema. This particular version of the story concentrates on his wife, his one and only wife as polygamy had not taken hold in the doctrine of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. You could in fact show a monogamous true love relationship between a man and a woman still in these early days of the LDS church.

    The work of her husband Joseph Smith is seen through the eyes of his wife Emma Hale Smith who survived him by many years. Emma is played by Patricia Place in old age and by Katherine Nelson opposite Nathan Mitchell who appeared as Smith in many films. Against the background of Smith's work in growing the church he founded, a simple and poignant love story is told from the time they met to the time Joseph Smith went to Carthage, Illinois to his death as it turned out.

    I think a lot of people can't quite wrap their minds around romance and LDS theology when they were polygamous. Polygamy was never meant to be permanent, it was a method of growing the church rapidly to be discarded when no longer needed. Or as it turned out in 1897 in order that Utah finally be admitted to the union.

    As is usual with LDS films I've found they are meticulously accurate in portraying the times of the early church in the Jacksonian era. The players are sincere and committed to their roles and the story.

    It's a good romance film as well and a lot more than LDS members can appreciate that.
    7jolson04

    get off your high horse

    Like the summary says, some reviewers need to just shut up. If you did not like the movie then tell us why, don't waist our time with worthless rants. It was made by independent film people who focused on what THEY wanted too. Do you go on the Harry Potter review and rant about why magic is not real and talk about scientific theory to try and prove it wrong? No. because IT DOESN'T MATTER! If you are a member of the LDS church and it increases your faith as you enjoyed the movie then great. cause I notice that they are pointing out parts of the MOVIE they like. this is a MOVIE review not a random blog for you make unneeded comments. I thought the movie was a good story and I enjoyed it, It wasn't my favorite movie and I don't intend on owning it hence the 7 not a 10. but I did enjoy it.
    10lacrosser

    I didn't think I'd like it, but I loved it!

    I really wasn't planning on seeing this movie, because I haven't always been impressed with the movies about LDS subjects put out by others besides the LDS church. I was pleasantly surprised and enjoyed the entire movie. It was done in such a way that it kept one's interest, and also showed the depth of feeling that Emma must have had in her life with Joseph Smith. I thought it revealed the anguish that she felt in his suffering and her compassion for Joseph and their children. It also showed the happiness and intimacy they shared as a married couple. It touched on all the important issues that would have affected Emma. I thought the polygamy issue was handled well, in that not a lot is known about what went on at the time, and many of the stories that have been told about Joseph and polygamy are untrue or exaggerated. In the movie, Emma did say that it was the hardest thing they had to deal with, and I imagine it was. I'm not sure anymore could be truthfully portrayed, considering the controversial nature of the subject. I loved the musical score -- especially how the old hymns were scored. The cinematography was professional. As a woman, I thought the movie an appropriate portrayal of a wife, daughter, mother, and woman of faith.
    10jdhopkins1

    A wonderful, inspiring and romantic film

    I found the film to be truly uplifting. It's amazing to see the challenges that Emma and Joseph went through and found the faith and strength to endure. This film elevated my opinion of Emma Smith and confirmed the love that she and her husband shared. It's hard to fit a life into two hours, but so many key points were touched on, handled well and the time goes by fast. Emma Smith's strength was truly shown here, or more accurately, how she found it. The film also portrays well the tenderness and sweetness of the family's relationships. Photography and acting were excellent and the film left me wanting to know more about their lives. Using the format of an interview between Emma and her adopted daughter brought in an excellent connection for those with a naturally skeptical or challenging views which were answered well by Emma herself. A very tastefully done movie. Thank you to those who made it happen.

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      I Remain
      Lyrics and music by Katherine Nelson

      Performed by Katherine Nelson

      String arrangements by Merrill B. Jenson (as Merrill Jenson)

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    • Release date
      • April 11, 2008 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Emma Smith: Hikayem
    • Production company
      • Morning Dew Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $5,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $881,787
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $94,959
      • Apr 13, 2008
    • Gross worldwide
      • $881,787
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      • 1h 38m(98 min)
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