I can't get enough of this movie! I rarely go out of my way to purchase a DVD these days, let alone watch one repeatedly...but from the moment I accidentally caught the last half of this movie on the cable, I knew I had to have it. I only wish I could put in an order at Amazon for Johnny Gault. Sure it has a classic (albeit reused) western theme (bad man saved by the love of a good woman) and the Amish angle certainly adds believable tension where needed...but first last and throughout this movie, its success owes everything to Tim Daly and his smoldering, conflicted portrayal of the Gunslinger. Like many people, I hardly recognized Mr. Daly at first...my initial thought was "Who is this bad, bad boy and where have they been hiding him?" His "off the charts" chemistry with Naomi Watts is undeniable and no doubt about it...Naomi contributed to the combustion, but if I close my eyes I can imagine others in her role (namely me). The same can't be said for the riveting Mr. Daly...he owns that role from beginning to end. At the time, critics said it wasn't a great movie but believe me...if Hollywood could duplicate that type of screen chemistry every time they churned out a love story, who would give a darn about movie greatness? That's not what sells tickets (Just ask the producers of MILK).One thing is for sure, Tim Daly should have hung up playing good guys a long time ago and, after watching this movie, I'm scouring everyplace to find out where I can catch him next. But for now...I'll just hit the play button again and imagine Johnny Gault just arrived via UPS.

Oh the exhaling still continues from my chest. What a breathless and deeply moving movie that not one could ever say they can't relate in some manner. Again...the forbidden LOVE. The Heart....The Soul.... The Consequences....The Tragedies and The Triumphs. To what length would one go? To what painful part of their past or their mind and memories.? What to bury,and what to dig up.? The simplicity of the film is what gives it the tenure and depth. I would strongly recommend this film to anyone. I am grateful I stumbled upon it. Just another small blessing. It will make you wonder just what it is that takes your breath away. Or what it is that keeps you held motionless, all the while knowing your heart is beating hard as the character itself does. The portrayal is authentic. The plot is obvious and the ending is not guessable. Enjoy!!Renee Marie

I really loved this movie and I find it very good for several reasons. First - it's a nice and very moving story about love, passion and prejudice. Next - the actors - the chemistry between Tim Daly and Naomi Watts is great, they make every moment, every word and gesture believable and real. It's a pity Daly doesn't get more roles like that, he is a very intelligent and talented actor with a really strong presence on the screen. And finally - the music and the camera work that make that atmosphere very intense and sensual at one time or serene and dreamy at another.A must - simple, strong and beautiful.

Figured this was going to be another typical Western until I noticed that Naomi Watts, (Rebecca Yoder), "King Kong",'05, was playing the role of an Amish woman who had recently lost her husband by some Evil Dudes. The opening scene shows love making going on between Rebecca Watts and her husband and not long after he is put to death by Cattle Ranchers who did not want sheep on their property after they had deliberately cut the wire fence around their property. Rebecca seems to always hear music in her mind, and her religion forbids listening to or making any musical sounds. Rebecca meets up with Timothy Daly, (Johnny Gault), "Return of Sender",'04 who manages to start a very nice warm and loving relationship. It was nice seeing Keith Carradine and David Carradine in this film, David played a Dr. Lucas Henry in this story and gave a great supporting role. This was a very entertaining Hallmark film and worth viewing from beginning to end.