The movie has many good points. It is a clean movie you don't have to be ashamed to have the kids see.
It has some fun scenes and leaves you feeling good. It's also a good example of movie making style from the time period.
Unfortunately, it also has many bad points. It isn't historically accurate. In fact, a lot of the Brigham Young bits really play loose with the truth. There's no documented evidence that Brigham Young had the religious doubts that the movie shows. In fact, all historical evidence is to exactly the opposite.
Vincent Price as the Prophet Joseph Smith is a bit over the top.
There are far, far worse ways to enjoy a box of popcorn. But don't expect high art.
It has some fun scenes and leaves you feeling good. It's also a good example of movie making style from the time period.
Unfortunately, it also has many bad points. It isn't historically accurate. In fact, a lot of the Brigham Young bits really play loose with the truth. There's no documented evidence that Brigham Young had the religious doubts that the movie shows. In fact, all historical evidence is to exactly the opposite.
Vincent Price as the Prophet Joseph Smith is a bit over the top.
There are far, far worse ways to enjoy a box of popcorn. But don't expect high art.