Good start, but then it gets ruined

One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

Close shines in drama with strong language, adult themes.

I have seen the entire series and enjoyed it a great deal, but several things bothered me about this movie. I liked some scenes, primarily those involving Elizabeth Quinn, the grandmother. Since I give the movie a low rating, I will explain why, without any spoilers: First, it is entirely set in Boston, so we see none of our old friends from Colorado Springs. As for the plot, several things seemed impossible or highly implausible. Events that should have taken weeks or possibly months occurred too fast, including a voyage across the Atlantic. And how was it possible to send a message to France in just a day? Marconi had not yet invented the wireless system and telegraphs couldn't be sent across the ocean without that technology. The plot included several paper-thin sequences, including attempted murder (with no credible motivation for such a drastic move) and a sudden medically unexpected death (and no attempt to explain it). Furthermore, I felt uncomfortable with what felt like a glorification of the Quinn women, Michaela and Colleen. Then the glorification of Brian at his new job (which by the way contradicted the naval career he had in the Christmas Carol episode, where Michaela saw the future). I liked it much better when the family had to strive hard for everything. I didn't feel any heart-wrenching challenge in this movie, despite the male-bias at Harvard Medical School that confronted Colleen and despite the discord with old Doctor Cook, Andrew's father (by the way, that contradicts the final TV episode, where Andrew said his parents were dead, and that's why they couldn't come to Colorado for his wedding with Colleen). Brian wore make-up to look older, which looked absurd. Sully wore an obvious and ugly wig of long hair.

I always wondered about what happened to Colleen and Andrew after the last episode left me hanging, and now i do!! This movie was so good that i hope they make another to show more of the Dr Quinn show we like. maybe do a Dr Quinn family reunion type movie? Also for those that want me to reveal what Colleen and Andrew were up to heres the spoiler.... WATCH THE MOVIE! :D I wont tell what happens, but many will be shocked and amazed and be left wanting more of the story. As always they are spot on with the dress and decorum of this period and will have you wanting to watch both movies again and again!! Please bring back this series if only to expand on the lives of the children and legacy Dr Quinn paved the way for!!

In the last TV movie after the series had ended on CBS, Dr. Quinn and family travel by train to Boston to visit her mother. Surprises were in store for each of them, especially Michaela and Brian.Upon arriving, the family learns of Mrs. Quinn's illness, which she was trying to keep hidden from her doctor daughter. Sully meets with the President of the United States, U.S. Grant, and Brian is hired as a columnist for the Boston Globe.This feature length episode is a great way to end the series, with a good storyline that stays fresh like the series had for many seasons. If this film had been released theatrically, it could have been a hit, but then again, you never know.

I dare say that this film, based upon the television series, truly touched my life. As a woman, in the 1800s, Dr Quinn went to medical school, moved to the frontier, took in three children, started her own practice, and married one hot, hot man, SUlly. SHe is truly an inspiration to all women who want to enter the professional world, for she conquers all odds and stays true to herself. She doesn't let any men push her around, and she stands up for what she believes in. In this film, her true character comes through, and I am seriously glad I watched it. The plot, the casting, the cinematography, and the acting are off the hook! Michaela Quinn is my idol.