An "inspirational" saga of a pioneer woman who is abducted by Shawnee Native Americans.An "inspirational" saga of a pioneer woman who is abducted by Shawnee Native Americans.An "inspirational" saga of a pioneer woman who is abducted by Shawnee Native Americans.
Andy Stahl
- Henry Lenard
- (as Andrew Stahl)
Stuart Proud Eagle Grant
- Gander Jack
- (uncredited)
Adrian Roberts
- Casper
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writers
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- TriviaBased on the Massacre at Draper Meadows July 8 1755.
- GoofsIn the scene in which Mary, Tommy and Betty are welcomed into the lodge with the Shawnee woman, Mary confides that she has little breastmilk for her newborn baby (likely due to malnutrition while in captivity). The woman gives her fennel seeds, which Mary then appears to feed directly to the baby. Seeds of any sort are never safe to feed to an infant. While fennel promotes lactation and eases colic, the best utilization is either the mother eating them or making a tea to give to the baby in very small doses.
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Another fine film from Hallmark
This is a family film based on the James Alexander Thom book detailing the real life experiences of Virginia pioneer Mary Ingles, who was taken captive by Shawnees Indians in 1755. Although the film does not follow the book at times, the spirit and courage of Mary Ingles shine through. (At times, the book contained brutality that cannot be included in a family film.) Filmed in the mountains of North Carolina, the scenery is spectacular. Eric Schweig does an excellent job as the Shawnee chief Wildcat who controls Mary's fate. Sheryl Lee plays the indomitable Mary Ingles, and Ellen Burstyn is particularly effective as Gretel. The film is a testament to the courage of early American pioneers; it's hard to believe that anyone could withstand what Mary Ingles went through in trying to return to her beloved husband Will. Those interested in American history, American Indians,and inspiring love stories will enjoy this movie.
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- dbellmyer
- Aug 8, 2005
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