Home Town Story starts off with a solid enough idea but one that unfortunately is not that well executed. For starters the lead character having such a young sister is not really credible, in particular without the benefit if any real back story to this family. Then the fact that the lead character isn't really likeable makes things challenging. Yes, it a safe, pleasant enough film with a 'good' story but it has absolutely no teeth whatsoever. It moves along but lacks anything unique or of note that the viewer can really engage with or lean into to. I guess Home Town Story is watchable in its inoffensiveness but at the same time provides no real reason to watch, unless your a major Marilyn Monroe fan, or maybe even an interest in Alan Hale Jr./Skipper.
Review of Home Town Story
