Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors DVD

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Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors is made-for-television movie chronicling the life of Dolly Parton. Introducing Alyvia Alyn Lind as Dolly Parton, this film tells the story of 9-year old Dolly and her experiences growing up. This faith-based drama shows how she had to rely on God to get her through the tough times and after a devastating heartbreak involving her family, she thinks she may never sing again. But after a touching moment with her mom, she begins to find restoration, and a way out of her pit of gloom and sadness. Experience the story of 9-year old Dolly Parton and learn about her family events that brought her to the place she is in now.

This was a special one-night event that aired on NBC as a made-for-TV original drama. The film was well-received by critics praising it for its massive heart and touching story. Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors even received an award at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Receiving the Tex Ritter award, an award designed to honor a movie from the previous year that had involved country music, it was accepted on-stage by Dolly Parton herself.

This film stars Alyvia Alyn Lind as young Dolly Parton, Jennifer Nettles, Ricky Schroder, and Gerald McRaney. The screenplay was written by Pamela K. Long and it was directed by Stephen Herek. The story, narration, and even the inspiration all come from Dolly Parton, who also executive produced the film and was the one that helped bring the story to life. The runtime is exactly 2 hours and has now been released on DVD after its incredible one-night run on NBC.

The Casting Process

One of the incredible things about Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors is Parton's own involvement in the process. She wanted to play a part in determining who was cast for the play and she wanted to be sure the story was true-to-life and just as she remembered it growing up. One of the areas that Parton was able to help with was the casting process. As they were looking for people to play Parton's family, she was able to come in and tell them who was similar to the real people from her family. When she saw Jennifer Nettles begin acting as her mother, she instantly knew that was the correct casting decision as she describes Nettles as being incredibly similar to her own real-life mother. Another actor she had already had in mind was Ricky Schroder, who was able to come in for an audition and land the part. Parton was equally blown away when meeting Alyvia Lind for the first time. She was able to do everything the movie required on cue and despite her youth, she was able to deliver a stellar performance.

The Story

In this NBC original television movie, we look back at the life of Dolly Parton, showing what she was like at the age of 9 and some of the tragedies she had to endure growing up. From a young age, it became very clear that Parton wanted to be a singer. She realized early on she had a gift and she really wanted to be able to use this gift when she grew up. Her whole family encouraged her and knew her to be a fantastic singer. With a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed demeanor, Dolly was ready for an exciting future ahead!

However, trouble struck her at a very young age. She was eagerly anticipating the arrival of their new baby brother. She was so excited to have a younger brother and she eagerly anticipated the day the baby would be born. When tragedy struck and the young baby boy died, she wasn't sure how to go on. This baby, who she had never met, already meant the world to her and to have him be gone was a devastating loss for her, and the entire Parton family.

The family quickly descended into severe depression after this. Avie Lee Parton, Dolly's mom, was barely able to continue functioning after this tragic loss, and because of her attitude, Dolly's attitude, and everyone else's in the family, the entire family was brought down, horribly distraught and discouraged. Things only seemed to get worse as time went on. The crops began to die, and Dolly's father was unsure whether they would be able to survive any longer.

Things begin to turn around, however, when Dolly sees her mother working on a patchwork blanket that was originally intended to be for the baby boy. Dolly asks her mother what the blanket is for, since the baby was gone and he wasn't going to be able to use it anymore. That's when Dolly's mom informs her that the blanket is for her, only it's not going to be a blanket. Her mother is taking it to make into a coat that she can wear!

Despite some teasing and annoyances from various bullies, Dolly proudly wears her coat of many colors around and it begins to turn the family around for the better. Their long bout with depression begins to finally come to an end. A future of hope seems just over the horizon! Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors is a fantastic drama with terrific acting and a heartfelt message.

Conclusion

If you're looking for an enjoyable faith-based drama full of heart, love and good music, then you will love Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors. Here the classic and inspiring story of how Parton was able to overcome many of the own difficulties and frustrations in her life and continue on to become one of the most well-known country singers of all time. Her story is a powerful and inspiring one, and it makes for an incredible drama, as seen in this made for television film. Alyvia Alyn Lind does a magnificent job in her starring role as Dolly Parton and she helps deliver a sense of authenticity to the film. With the entire production being overseen by Dolly Parton and with her consultation to create an authentic retelling of the true story, Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors is not a film to miss!