Straight from the Heart [DVD]

Many other reviewers have stated all the good things about this movie. Yes Teri Polo is tremendous as is the rest of the cast. The production was outstanding as was the story line. Why not a 5 star ratting. My reason was not suggest by any other reviewers; it was the stupid last minute ending, where the male lead comes in from Wyoming to win Jordan (Teri Polo) and enters an art show with his horse. (Am I that stupid?)

The movie was a far sight better than most of the inane hallmark movies being made today which are usually so convoluted, fluffy, and make so many obnoxious main characters that it's nearly unbearable to watch then. These characters were down to earth, not overly bubble-headed or annoying, and they both seemed to have a grip on who they were and realistic expectations in life and experience. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Wish hallmark would make more intelligent movies like this one.

I'm torn about how to review this one because I did like it. There are just a lot of issues and plot holes. The lead actress has a boyfriend of 5 years that she's in love with and he treats her well but at the mention of answering a personal ad she just goes and leaves her life behind. There never is a time where the boyfriend is shown in a negative light unlike the cowboy who is the perspective love interest that you see coming from a mile away. He treats her like trash. I have a huge problem with the idea that when a perspective mate treats you poorly, you just need to hang on and love them through it. Nevermind the fact that the lead here is in a long term committed relationship, you can't love someone better and that would be a huge burden to start out with. There are other things like the fact that the lead is a photographer with no job but lives in New York City in a very expensive apartment. If you are looking for a simple movie that you will have to overlook some things, it's good. If not, skip this one.

The plot of "Straight From The Heart" revolves around two distinct lies, yet somehow it works. The character of Tyler Ross is one which was difficult to make believeable and sympathetic, but Andrew McCarthy makes Tyler exactly what the story line requires. He is downright magnetic! Teri is so naturally pretty, and she is at her peak in this one. Her character of Jordan Donovan is accomplished, self-assured and sophisticated. She is all that but also vulnerable. She is thrown into a situation not of her own making, travelling from NYC to Wyoming into what seems, at first, like a whole new planet. However, the on-screen chemistry between McCarthy and Polo is obvious right from the beginning. The story takes twists and turns to a truly romantic ending. Why these actors didn't make it bigger in movies is a mystery to me. Teri Polo is certainly so much prettier and a far better actress than the likes of Jennifer Aniston (not pretty, can't act), Ashley Judd (pretty, can't act), Sarah Jessica Parker (not pretty, can act a little), etc. I would far rather see Polo anytime. McCarthy is, in a word, superb. Well written, well directed, very well edited, and extremely well acted, "Straight From The Heart" deserves its place on a permanent shelf of really good movies. Except for too loud "fakey" horse noises at times, the sound tract is excellent. In spots, the mix is especially terrific! The scenery is beautiful; so, all in all, this movie is one which can be watched over and over again without boredom. It is definitely on my list of "Favorites." NOTE: The looks on Polo's face when she tries to milk a goat are priceless!

Teri Polo plays Jordan Donovan, a New York Photographer. On her birthday her friend, Carla gives her a magazine for single men looking for a wife. It the ad she saw Tyler Ross's ad. She wanted a commitment from her boyfriend, who didn't really want that at all. So with determination she heads to Wyoming. She had a hard time adjusting to Tyler's cold manner to her. When Tyler's sister Laurie levels with her, all she wanted was to make ammends with Tyler. After awhile Tyler's cold heart was being won over by Jordan. During Laurie's wedding Tyler opens his heart to Jordan about his wife, and baby he couldn't save. When unlikely circumstances drove them apart.Jordan trying to help with the wild horses, almost got her hurt. She headed back to New York with her boyfriend who finally proposed. She was unhappy without Tyler. All she could do is wait and be patient for that happy ending. She got the pictures back from the time she was with Tyler. SHe told Edward she couldn't marry him. She knew deep down it wouldn't work for them at all. She wanted to settle down, have a family, and a doting husband. When The horse show came about, she was more excited doing the pitcures than givning the show. Tyler after much thought, knew what he had to do. With a little pushing from his sister, he goes to the city with the young horse they both found. Once there, it was up to fate to bring about a change in them both. Love was in the picture for these two people.

Von Erstarrung in seine Gefühlstraumata zum gefühlvoller und subtiler Herauskommen durch neue Perspektiven. Klare Empfehlung!Ich will kurz anmerken, das der Verkäufer - "Büchermaus" excellenter Service geboten hat, da ich kleinen Problem selbst verursacht habe, der wundervoll und mit herzliches Entgegenkommen, gelöst wurde. Dieser Verkäufer empfehle ich aufs wärmsten!

Eine begabte Fotografin (super dargestellt von Teri Polo) geht von New York in den Cowboy-State Wyoming um dort eine Fotoserie über das Alltagsleben eines Cowboys in aufregenden Bildern festzuhalten. Ähnlich wie im Film "The Horse-Whisperer mit Robert Redford" so ergibt sich auch hier eine zunächst recht zurückhaltende behutsame Love Story zwischen Cowboy und Großstadt-Fotografin, wobei der Cowboy zunächst den Tod seiner jungen Frau überwinden muß, um eine neue Bindung eingehen zu können.Der Film glänzt durch seine romantische Story und natürlich durch wunderschöne Landschaftsaufnahmen von Wyoming. Wer schon einmal in den Bighorn Mountains von Wyoming war, der fühlt sich sofort dorthin versetzt. Mir hat dieser Film weitaus besser gefallen als Robert Redfords zu lang-atmiger Pferdeflüsterer."Straight from the Heart" ist ein MUSS für Jene, die in unserer hektischen Welt dennoch romantisch veranlagt sind.P.s.: Die Hauptdarstellerin Teri Polo spielte neben Paul Gross auch in dem Ski-Fahrer Film "Aspen Extreme".

My husband and I really enjoyed this Hallmark movie. Two people from two different worlds are brought together in an unusual way. The actors were believable, the Wyoming scenery very beautiful. The storyline was engaging from start to finish. Complex relationship issues were dealt with in a sensitive way. This is another movie with a message: a simple life can be satisfying and rewarding. Good values. Clean movie. A few mild profanities. I would recommend this for teens and adults.

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