Cablebot3000 This movie is really one of the best movies I've ever seen. It is highly underrated and needs a higher rating on here. Kathy Bates does really well as a single mother raising six kids. Her emotions and acts are extremely realistic even if they are not likable. I usually don not like family orientated movies, but this one was great. Everything about it is so well done, and if makes you feel and think about what really goes on the world, and what life is really about. A must see if you are fan of movies period. I don't know how anyone could dislike this movie. I rate it 8/10. Rated PG for some mild language and violence in a family drama

md-bethesda The New Yorker magazine--we can trust them, can't we?!--reviewed this movie as the true story written by Duncan, who is the screenwriter--you can read the review at the New Yorker site. Anyone who sees it will want to believe that it is true. Regardless, for any Kathy Bates fan,this is a must-see. The dry wit and honesty of the 60's dialogue is simultaneously nostalgic and refreshing. For anyone from a large family in the early 60s, scenes will bring back memories that will delight and disgust--like mixing vats of egg salad in the Miracle Whip jar. Kathy Bates shines as always, but every actor in this holds their own--even the children. Watch it--you'll love it.

jvegasg Wonderful!!!! This movie has lots of heart. One of the best movies I have ever seen. I don't understand the other person's comment. He must not know too much about love and determination. This movie shows about the love and caring of a single woman and her kids trying to find a home of their own. It shows how working together can bring a family close, even if they don't have a lot. And, how people come together in a crisis. Love, this movie. I highly recommend it. I live in Idaho, and it is beautiful!! I think this is one of Kathy Bates best movies. Her strength and determination for her family to overcome all the obstacles in this movie to make a home so that all of them can live is tremendous. Please rent this movie. It is a must see for the entire family.

astymegoesby The first reviewer took the words right out of my mind. This movie was so good, I had to watch it twice to see what I missed. So many movies out there that deal with nonsense. This one touches your heart. I'll admit I didn't want to see the movie because of Kathy Bates but this movie changed my opinion about her. I was disappointed that the movie had an open-ending but was satisfied that they family was going to be alright. One thing though... The narrator's voice and Edward Furlong's does not resemble one another. I have changed my own rating system..... Out of 10 stars, I give "A Home of Our Own" 6 1/2. Get the box of Kleenex!