“You know me, I always land on my feet”....sent me into tears. My mother said it to me at a time when I needed help. Her words were “don’t worry, you always land on your feet”. I am from the south and Mr. Howard, you did your homework on this one. You are so talented and respected in your field. This is so Oscar worthy and I have recommended this movie to everyone just for the emotion. My son was the first in our family to ever finish college. My entire life has been a struggle, but he’s the one thing I did right. I can remember when he was 6 years old and me having $7.00 for groceries for 2 weeks just to feed him. I never received state assistance and never had help from my very dysfunctional alcoholic parents. My son never got a free meal at school and somehow i managed to do it. He is a fine man today with two beautiful children of his own. We don’t get to choose how or where we come into this world. We either survive it or thrive. Brilliant work depicting the sacrifices many in my generation have made for their children and the love that is there in spite of it all. So well done!!

Ignore the critics. I’m still thinking about this movie days after I watched it. And yes... Glenn Close for the Oscar.

Glenn Close and Amy Adams were incredible. They were transformed into the characters. Loved the movie.

This movie got several bad reviews from critics but it really moved me emotionally, maybe its my background but I really felt something watching this

Just give Glenn and Amy the oscars already

Yes! Glenn Close has to get an Oscar. Just seeing these snippets blows me away.

Ron Howard, I have loved you always, from Opie to present day.

Amy will get an Oscar for this.

So relatable ! Whether your from Appalachia , the Midwest, the northeast, rural , inner city. or anywhere else in this country this is a powerful family story. Poverty, mental health issues, lack of opportunity and family struggles happen everywhere. A riveting human story masterfully portrayed. Thank you.

that was a true example of the average American, I related so closely with it not the drugs but with alcohol. well done, I truly enjoyed it.

I’m a big Ron Howard fan. I love his work.

One man Ron Howard , no bad stories told about him. Here in Los Angeles he is rare.😍

Favorite lines from the movie "Where we come from is who we are but we choose everyday who we become. My family is not perfect but they made me who I am and gave me chances they never had."

I loved Amy Adams in Sharp Objects on HBO, which is also based on a book set in urban Missouri farming town. The book, Hillbilly Elegy is a good depiction of what I saw, living in Southern OH for a few years with my husband's family. The rural small towns are just set back in a time of the past. Other than those two years I have always lived in CAlifornia. People in coastal cities and urban centers, seem to want to forget middle America, but middle America is where things are made, manufactured and much of our food is farmed there as well, and Coastal elites and cities/ urban centers always look down their noses as this population as backwards, and don't understand the vital work they do to keep our country running. But not only that there has been decline in those areas as well as their jobs were shipped overseas, the population turned to alcoholism and opiods. I have seen that on visits back there as family as well. Even though I lived most of my life in CA, my ancestral roots are also from the Midwest.

For once I am looking forward to seeing the film adaptation of one of my favorite books. Looks how the book felt...raw and real.

Let’s give Ron Howard kudos for his brilliant direction!!!

My grandmother read this. And raved about it. And has told me many times to read it. My problem is, due to an accident that nearly killed me, I have a very hard time concentrating to read now because of the damage and meds. I recently found out it is on audiobook on Amazon.

A great movie. Midwest guy here. Love my Mamaw.

Hi Ron! You are truly a amazing director, and actor! I'm watching this movie on Netflix!!! Omg crying, angry, happy!! Ron as a director, you touched every emotion I've ever had!! Wow! Just in awe! Thank you for making the best films ever!! You must have a amazing heart!!

Such a great movie. Don’t listen to the haters Netflix. Most everything you produce is left-leaning, I could use a little more balance in general as a side note. But this was not a political film, just a drama about a family. Great work!

Looks amazing and powerful with powerhouse performances. Once again, Glenn Close does a phenomenal transformation into character and is beyond overdue, in my opinion, for an Oscar.

Anyone who questions Ron Howard's character....has no character. The man never been anything but a positive human being.

Fascinating family drama. Cuts close to home for many literally. Keep up the good work Ron Howard. From Opie to here we have loved it all.

This movie hits close to home for me my grandpa was a McCoy from eastern Ky who made moonshine and my dads family were coal miners from southern WV

Makes me miss Andy Griffith Show. Wish we had a modern series modeled on that show about rural America.

Many awards for this movie Ron!! I was shocked when I realized Glenn close played the grandmother. Superb acting!! Ron...... supurb directing !!!

For someone from California, you understand Appalachia in the 90s awfully well. Had no idea that was Glenn Close until after the move (I like to watch and then find out about a movie). She was, well, Glenn Close good.

Just saw the movie it was great❤️

It was a good film. I watched it this a.m. very inspirational. Glenn and Amy were excellent in it. It’s stupid that ppl are trying to make something political of it.

Unbelievable grit and truth. Family. The one you’re born into, and the one you choose.

I really hope this finally bags Glenn Close the Oscar!

I read the book and I’m from Kentucky so I’m looking forward to seeing this!

By far one of the best movies I have ever seen. Such a deep story of overcoming your environment to be better. Glenn Close was absolutely amazing.

This was a great movie..reminded me so much of my friend that I am having her watch it..totally so relatable..

Growing up in a coal mining town I related to all the characters in this movie. The dialect was dead on. And Glenn Close was every southerners grand mother in one aspect or another. She should win an Oscar.

I saw this picture, loved it. I know a lot of women like mamaw. Ron I think you nailed it

Can hardly wait to see it!

I'm looking forward to watching this. He is a genius filmaker.

All I can say is just thank you thank you very much I think this movie is going to change a lot of people's lives and truly do.

I love what Ron Howard said...good or bad, our past is what makes us. Relatable and open. The movie is also about breaking the cycle of poverty and culture. And that cycle is no respecter of race, gender, or religion. All societies ills cut across all demographics, perhaps with statistical differences, but no one is immune from anything. I think the movie surprised hollywood elites because they wanted to argue a case they didnt understand - it didnt fit their politics. They sure don’t want to hear that anyone succeeded from poverty without government handouts so they had to discredit it. But in their quest to hide it, it isout there and everyday people love it because everybody can relate on some kevel. I loved it.

Thank you thank you thank you. Best movie I've seen in years. So true to itself and the people. You are an amazing storyteller, JD, and Ron Howard, and every single one of those cast members. Critics must be living on another planet. Bless you for making this book and film.

Thank you for being brave enough to make this mans life into this movie. I found this moving inspiring, painful to watch some parts, but powerful message taking control of your own personal choices.

Thank you for making this film..

If only I could thank Ron Howard in person for making this movie! ♥️♥️♥️ It's a masterpiece 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻....................

Thank you Ron. Beautifully done.

Ron Howard, your next Appalachian Movie could be based on my memoir The Will of a Wildflower. It is about child abuse in Southeast Ohio, but is also Spiritual.

So loved Cocoon , splash, and a beautiful mind! I think you directed backdraft to!! Great unforgettable movies!! Keep them coming Ron!!!

Thank u jd and cast and helpers for making this movie. Jd had the same life i had growing up... And this film hit home 4 me. Keep up the good work

Great job Ron! Thank you-

This is about place as well. Really enjoyed this Mr. Howard.

Hands down one of the best movies I ever watched. I still think about regularly two years later and recommend it to everyone.

This movie was very authentic and true to life. Raw and real connections and emotions. It was extremely well done and I have no idea why it and I have no idea why it got bad reviews. If you can relate to this, you know how authentic it is.

Ron!! Brilliant. Thank u for this.

Great movie. Howard shows once again that he's a genius at making movies. Really enjoyed it after all the really crappy movies released recently that I watched being locked up by covid 19. Unbelievable what crap gets made. Looking to buy Vance's book. Haven't read or watched movies so much since this pandemic started in March.

A Ron Howard movie! I can’t wait to see this!❤️

This was/is my family even though I was also raised in California. The strange way the parents are loving and vicious is how my family is. It was great how they showed that he had the same thing when he yelled at his GF.

Amy Adams deserves an Oscar you have pass her up too many times wake up

Thanks, Ron Howard, excellent job.

Can't wait to see it !

The whole cast deserves a award. Ron, love it.

Oscar worthy Glenn Close and Amy Adams Oscars, Oscars, JD Vance for being able to tell his story that so many can relate too. Ron Howard for bringing the essence of real life to the screen without demeaning anyone and yet so many can relate on so many levels the struggles because no matter where you are from you have to make choices and these choices come with consequences and depending on your moral compass and past experiences you will make judgment calls to others that they may not understand and that’s okay ✅ I have 10 grandchildren and one of the first thing I taught them is how to set a table and using cloth napkins and not paper....I loved this Thank you 😊

Just watched in spite of a major network stating that the ending was "pretty tough," plus, I trust movies by Ron Howard. They are challenging, multi-layered, and highly crafted for authenticity. The underlying theme of redemption struck me especially as Easter season is upon us. The grandmother's sacrifice of food, money, and health care for her grandson was the most moving part to me. She saw in him what he could not see in himself. Super acting - it doesn't matter what Hollywood thinks. This movie will be one of those stories people tell others, watch many times, and see new levels of mercy each time.

Thank you for making this amazing movie

Thank you for making this, absolutely stellar movie. The word hillbilly made me think i wasn't going to have any connection to this-Nope - such a universal story.

I loved 💛👍🏽this film....and couldn’t believe how a brilliant a job casting and make up did, the actors looked so much like the real folks...it truly transported me to that place and that time with those people, I’m in England, so nowhere near my location but the human condition is worldwide! Thanks Ron👍🏽

Amazing story and the struggle is real. Highly recommended!!!

Thanks liberal Ron Howard for telling a story that's real. We, the audience, love it!

Read the book. Loved it! Really rang true for me and my life. Looking forward to seeing the movie!

So many good moments and emotions. I think all can glean something from this movie that can ring true in your own life.

It was an average poverty drama, but the acting of Amy Adams and Glenn Close was great. They deserve Oscar.

Watched today great work

I spent my early years in a small town in Iowa. The characters in this movie remind me of those years. I never pay attention to the critics. If I did, I would have missed out on some really good movies. This is one I will watch again.

A wonderful deep deep film! Thank you Ron Howard!

The book was amazing!

This is by far one of the best movies I have ever seen. I laughed and cried thru the entire movie. Any movie with that much emotion rates at the top of my all time movie list. I need to get the book and read it now usually that is the other way around with me.

We love you Ron Howard! ❣️

Love this. Movie..I don’t care what critics are saying ....this is based on real life story....love the acting and direction

I definitely got this movie.Thank you Ron

Had a feeling it would be good when I saw Ron Howard directed it! Better than good really. Impressive acting, writing and directing. Worthwhile!!

Another fine effort! Amy Adams and Glen Close were just amazing! This is another in a long line of fine films from Opie Taylor.

This movie is on my to watch list, but I have read the book. There are some people who will not relate to this story at all but those of us of a certain age and parents of certain circumstance will no doubt ‘get it’ and walk away with some understanding of ‘how we got here’ on many levels. The decline of coal, the advent of superstores, the introduction and ensuing dependence of ‘public assistance’, the upgrade from moonshine to meth, all took its toll on the American dream not sparing the Appalachia’s. Vance’s work earned a Pulitzer for a reason. Looking forward to seeing the movie.

Looking forward to this. I enjoyed the book.

Just made friends watch it too... they said amy looking different but the family trauma brilliant

One of the best movies I’ve seen in a long time.

Thank you.

Was a great read! I think this will be a very exciting movie!

Just from the trailer, I want that young man to overcome, get away and soar!

EXCELLENT" MOVIE VERY REAL EMOTIONS BRINGING ONE TO TEARS! THANK YOU RON HOWARD♥️

I’m Sober 31 yrs. It hit hard. It is a treasure

Bravo! Mr. Ron Howard, bravo!

love Ron Howard...he can tell a story...

Watched it once and liked it after I seen that it was a true story I watched it again and loved it ❤️

He's still Opie, from Mayberry, North Carolina, to me. Classy guy. And very talented.

Love Ron Howard

We can relate this story. I have seen many relatives from this story. Yes, Glenn Close should win an Oscar.

Excellent film, Ron. There are definitely Oscar contenders in there.

This movie hit home I currently going through some things that’s going on in the movie ❤️

Loved this movie. This is who we all are. As good as Ordinary People. We all can relate

I didn't realize Ron Howard was interested in this type of subject. If he's interested in telling stories like this he might want to check out Mark Horvath of Invisible People. Being able to tell stories to a wide audience and educate people at the same time... is a win win imo.

I believe the movie shows a very realistic representation of a lifestyle that many poor people would relate to. I know I certainly could since our family was certainly considered the working poor and both my parents grew up poorer yet. Well done!