I pretty much agree with everyone else in that this is a superb and heartfelt family movie. I saw this on HBO sometime in '83 and it made me bawl like crazy. I agree that this movie should be seen by more people, or at least shown on some of the movie channels. It's a very cute movie with adorable characters that would melt some of the coldest hearts in the world. It wasn't until today that I was trying to remember some of the great films I've watched when I was a kid when this one popped to mind. It's great to see so many other people feel the same way about 'Savannah Smiles'. I'm also pleased to see that it's finally out on DVD. Yet another film I will have to add to my collection. Highly recommended to any family, or even a film buff. You simply can not turn this down. It's hard to say which film gets to me more, 'Dominick & Eugene' or this one. Tough choice!