For the Love of Aaron

This made for TV movie melodrama is a very sad reflection on Meredith Baxter (Birney)'s decline since the cancellation of 'Family Ties'. In no way could any sane person give this movie a 10 - although I note it has received a couple. As it is just barely watchable and partially out of pity, I gave it a 6.

The fight of a mother perturbed psychologically, to convince the courts that she is capable of keeping her child with her. The extraordinary composition of Meredith Baxter and that of the small Keegan McIntosh confer a lot of emotion on this story.

This is an emotional TV drama about a woman named Margaret Gibson (Meredith Baxter), whose mental issues has caused her to be in danger of losing the custody of her son Aaron to her ex-husband. This leads to a pretty heroic courtroom fight in which Margaret is determined to prove that she is sane enough to keep her son.

This movie generated a lot of emotion for me as I watched Margaret go through endless hurdles and obstacles in the court system, while battling her mental issues. Her son Aaron also has a bit of a problem of his own, as he is depicted to be a shy and different kid compared to his school mates.

As with many TV movies, this story has some odd and hokey parts and dialog. But, the acting was decent and the movie contained heart-felt and courageous scenes about one's battle with her demons and love for her child, making this a TV drama that will sure bring tears to your eyes and one that will be heart-felt.

Grade B

I saw this with friends and, although it is a serious story, I remember we just laughed our heads off in some scenes because it was just so hokey. Meredith calling herself "Baby Lady" was just hysterical. I know it's nothing to laugh at but it came across that way and not dramatic at all.

I remember the child was a good actor in this movie though. Still, I love Meredith, dating back to "Family", so I can't totally dis this movie.

I haven't seen it since it came out but would probably want to see it again, since it's been awhile.