Amazon.com: Inspired by O. Henry's short story about a young bride and groom, each of whom foolishly--but quite lovingly--sacrifices a treasured possession to buy the perfect Christmas gift for their mate. Amid a flurry of bustling New Yorkers clad in early-20th-century garb, O. Henry himself (David Wayne) sets the scene: Beth, a teenage orphan (Marie Osmond), comes to live with her wealthy aunt and uncle (the latter played by Donald Moffat). Her friendship with a cheerful kitchen maid soon leads to a stormy encounter with a handsome Swiss immigrant, Rudy (Timothy Bottoms). Despite Beth and Rudy's conflicting social statuses, and Beth's arranged engagement to a sickly bird watcher (a young James Woods, who truly fits the bill), the two fall in love and miraculously overcome these obstacles--all in about 95 minutes. Old-fashioned romance, elegant costumes, and a happy ending make this predictable story completely irresistible to those who love a good fairy tale--or to Osmond fans who fondly remember watching the movie on TV in 1978. Produced by the Osmond Brothers for PBS's American Short Story series. --Liane Thomas
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Rating: - The Gift of Love
The title says it all, because I really love this movie. Marie Osmond and Tomothy Bottoms give a really great and believable, yet entertaining performance in this warm hearted, charming and romantic story. ... Read More
Rating: - gift of love
The Gift of Love I really enjoyed this DVD. I remember seeing it as a Teenager. Mom would make us popcorn as we sat and watched this christmas story. Marie did very well acting in this one. The costumes of that ... Read More
Rating: - Gift of Love DVD
Excellent family film - if you love Marie Osmond you will love this movie. She is perfect. I had seen this movie years ago and never forgot it, so when I had the chance to purchase it and watch again, I jumped ... Read More
Rating: - Feel good movie
This was a made for tv movie that's a little sappy, but is so sweet. I feel that it's a great feel good movie and fits right in with the spirit of the holidays.
Rating: - Wonderful Christmas movie
I had seen this movie many years ago on TV. I loved it then and always remembered it. Suddenly one day I decided to see if Amazon had it and you did. I love it as much now as I did the first time I saw it. Marie ... Read More
- The Gift of Love
- Feel good movie