Barry Spilchuck, Author: "A Cup Of Chicken Soup For The Soul"

"We have had the honor of selling more than 60 million copies of our book and I encourage each one of our readers to see "Christmas In The Clouds". It is chicken soup for the movie watcher's soul. It will leave you feeling better about yourself - and the world in general."

     
 

Variety Special Issue: The Independents

"This sweet-spirited comedy nimbly defies a number of categories. It's set on an Indian reservation, with a predominately American Indian cast, but it is by no means a generic or preachy "ethnic" movie."

 


"A film about love and community that also makes us laugh. Perfect for this day in age!"
Paul Zaentz, Producer

"I laughed out loud when a Native translation for 'hello' turns out to be an apology for flatulence, and anytime you can make a shirtless scene featuring M. Emmet Walsh work, you're definitely doing something right. Kate Montgomery also demonstrates a good flair for subtle comic scenes."
Marin Independent Journal

"A quirky and entertaining romantic comedy starring a cast of mostly Native American actors... the film doesn't focus on specifically Native American themes; rather it spotlights people with universal joys and struggles."
The Oakland Tribune

"Kate Montgomery's directorial debut is a classic screwball romantic comedy worthy of Frank Capra or Howard Hawks."
"The Vancouver International Film Festival"


"A top-notch romantic comedy!" "...Christmas In The Clouds is just as good as any romantic comedy Sandra Bullock might ever star in." "...It has all the elements of a blockbuster... but it also has heart and soul."
Adrirondack Free Enterprise


"Hilarious plot blends Native culture with 21rst Century reality."
Akwesasne Phoenix

"A winner! The audience absolutely loved this film!"
Andy Friedenberg
Director of the Cinema Society of San Diego


"Christmas In The Clouds" is my new favorite movie!"
John Trudell,
Native American Poet & Activist



"In Kate Montgomery's romantic feature, Native Americans are neither iconic nor evil, neither virtuous seers nor monotone drunks. They are flawed and funny people. Just people."
Telluride Weekly Planet



"I screened this in L.A. with a mostly non-Native audience and they absolutely loved it. This is a human story that transcends racial steroetypes. It should cross over to general audiences with ease!"
Greg Sarris, Chairman, Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
Writer, Co-Executive Producer "Grand Avenue" (HBO)

 

"I am hoping "Christmas In The Clouds" will change the prevailing attitude that all movies about American Indian people must be period pieces or tragic modern dramas".
Mike Smith, (Lakota), Founder, The American Indian Film Festival

 

   
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