Review of Back to You and Me

Sentimental me; I'm usually not that deeply impressed with most of the movies created for Hallmark TV; but BACK to You and ME hits a softer, sentimental spot. The predictable story line makes you wish for a moment to go back to a certain time that feels similar. Dr. Syd Ludwick(Lisa Hartman)is having a bad day after losing one of her terminal ill patients. She is advised to get away from work and a stagnant relationship for a while. Syd travels make to her tiny hometown for the first time since her father's funeral. Things are awkward between Syd and her estranged mother Helen(Rue McClanahan). The town is on a health kick that coincides with Syd's upcoming high school reunion. Most of her classmates of course have changed with age, but some people are a little envious that Syd seems to have not changed a bit...she is still a fox. There are old wounds to be mended and an old love connection rekindled, when the doc sees her old flame Gus(Dale Mitkiff), now a single dad. Hartman is still just adorable as ever; but doesn't really get to show off her acting skills in this project. And bless her heart; McClanahan, a bit heavier than in her meatier roles, still commands your attention. I've never really liked Mitkiff ever since his bad attempt at portraying Elvis Presley in a 1988 made-for-TV movie. Even in Stephen King's PET SEMATARY, he seemed sold on himself. In this heartwarming story he comes across very likable. This wholesome film can be enjoyed by the entire family. The cast also features: Barbara Niven, Joel McCrary, Romy Rosemont, Don Harvey and Larry Manetti.