Tasha Oldham says she was "most drawn to the fact that this really could be any family, it could be any religion, any city... they are the 'Jones.'" They had it all. They were living the American Dream. Learn more about Tasha Oldham's motivations for making "The Smith Family." >

The verite sequences in "The Smith Family" often document difficult and highly personal moments. How did Tasha Oldham get such intimate footage? Did she ever feel like she was intruding? >

Over 90 viewers sent in questions for Tasha Oldham, the director of "The Smith Family." Here she responds to a selection of questions about her role as an observer, the reaction of the Mormon community to the film, and how the Smith family members are doing today. >