This is a heart wrenching tale about a single mom trying her best to provide for her family. Kathy Bates is outstanding in her portrayal of a hard scrabble mom, down on her luck, who tries to start over and provide a home for her kids. I can't say enough about her performance.This family goes through some really difficult times, so this isn't necessarily a feel good movie, although there are some inspiring moments. Just when you think things can't get any worse for this family, it does. My heart just broke.I think this movie does a great job if it causes us to take better notice of those around us who are in need - and do what we can to help them. It becomes difficult, if you run into a women like portrayed here, that is too proud to accept "handouts". But this movie is also inspiring in that it is a great example of the determination of the human spirit and what someone can do in this country if they make up their mind to be somebody and provide a better life for their children.

First, I'm a sucker for true stories. This one is about a family with 5 children so that draws me in even more. The acting was superb, Kathy Bates hits the nail on the head with her performance as the mother. If you are a mother you will be drawn to her character. She may do things differently than you do, but you will admire her for what she does. Another memorable character is Mr. Moon. He too does a stellar job of portraying the neighbor. It is a 'real' movie as far as I'm concerned. You will want to have a tissue handy because some scenes really grab you. If you enjoy true movies like I do, this is one to watch. I watched it with a couple of my teenage kids and they did not "LOVE" it like I did but they said it was 'good.'

"A Home of our Own" is a film that shows the struggle of a poor woman with six children who has had it with her life in Los Angeles. When she loses her menial job, she decides to pack it and move on. We saw this film when it first came out, but watched it again when it showed on cable the other night. The film was directed by Tony Bill.The best thing going for the movie is Kathy Bates. As the determined and strong Frances Lacey, she does amazing work. Ms. Bates, one of our best character actresses, is a joy in the film. One thing that comes clear is her love for her children and her determination to get ahead. By relocating in a remote area of Idaho, her gamble pays off. Not only is she able to succeed in getting her own home, thanks to the kind Japanese man who owns the land, but she gives the children a positive lesson on how to be somebody and to struggle for what they want. Edward Furlong, as Shayne, also makes a great contribution to the film.Watch it because the heart warming story.

I remember when i first saw a glimps of this movie on cable, and i hunted it down until i saw it all, and let me tell you this movie is great, i couldnt stop laughing from begining to end, the christmas scene is classic, the look on those faces were pricless so priceless i was on the floor in stitches, i reccomend this movie to any who wants a good laugh.