Scapco and reviews

A nice change... This movie is one of those movies that one can simply enjoy. There are no torrid sex scenes, no filthy language, no violence for violence sake. In this movie, we are taken back to a part of the United States that for many people was a mystery...the hill billys, the primitives, the savages that needed teachers and missionaries to save them. A culture of pioneers that isolated themselves and maintained a simple, beautiful but harsh way of life. The music throughout this film is haunting, the acting superb, and the message of the film is very clear. For those interested in the history of our American south, or interested in the folk music of the American south...then see this lovely movie. There are some tough scenes...a gruesome birth which was probably not untypical of that era...a lesbian relationship explored from the views of that
time....some infidelity... I throughly enjoyed this movie and it is one I will buy for my collection.

Music at its purest form. Anyone interested in music history and/or Scottish/Irish/English ballads that were taken to the hills of the Southeastern US to evolve into mountain music really must see this movie.

To the director's credit, the music was presented as it should have been, acoustically, with beautiful, authentic mountain voices. The story background themes may be a bit cliche, but it's not important, as the real story is the music itself, and the importance of preserving it.

One point I would have to argue is the emphasis on the music coming from England. These ballads were mainly Scots/Irish, and it was mentioned briefly, but there were too many references to the English ballads. If the music is to be revered and preserved, its true origins should be accurate.

However, I would definitely recommend this movie for all true music buffs.

Disturbingly Lesbian Film. Yes, what looks like a great family film is actually a disturbing vehicle to promote lesbian values. I was so disgusted by the lesbianism and partial nudity that I didn't even finish it.

pure enjoyment. story of a music professor in search of original mountain music in the Appalachian Mountains. Old songs sung and played as they were either written or passed down. Music played on fiddle, banjo's & Mountain dulcimer (the only musical instrument originating in the United States). Great entertainment for the lover of old time music.

Lovely film. I highly recommend this "gem" of a movie. Having lived in the south my entire life, I can truly appreciate what a wonderful film depiction this is of the southern life in some parts of the south. The scenery is gorgeous and the music is simply wonderful. If you want to see a film that doesn't rely on computer-generated graphics, this is a must see.