Review Detail
4.3 3
It's a film with clumsy language and decent intentions
(Updated: January 04, 2025)
Overall rating
4.4
Entertainment Factor
4.0
Story
5.0
Actors Performance
5.0
Cinematography
4.0
Sound Track
4.0
Actually, this was not a problem. We are living in an Air BnB in Edinburgh, and the only television that is available is freeview (what is this... 2007?). This is the only reason I watched it. Whatever the case may be, we discovered that Great! Feature films: Christmas. 'Great' seems to be a hypothetical concept in this particular case.
Having all that, this specific film isn't all that terrible. In terms of production quality, it is comparable to Hallmark, and at moments it has the sense of a daily soap opera. On the other hand, it does have a charming conceit. There is a lover who has proposed to Lindsay, but destiny throws her a blow by offering her a massive book contract on the same evening. Lindsay's boyfriend has proposed to her. This is the proposition that she declines. Then William Shatner comes up for some reason and basically performs a Clarence from It's a Wonderful Life on her. He shows her what her life is like 3 years on (it could have been 2, I forget). She is rich...but is she happy? Good question! To obtain the solution you'll need to see the movie however.
It's a film with clumsy language and decent intentions. And it has a feeling of that celebratory warmth, even if it seldom rings true. Although it scores points for the casting of Christopher Lloyd as Lindsay's Grandpa; and an additional half a point for unabashedly giving him a line that explicitly mentions time travel. All in all, it's ok for what it is, if you chance onto it on a random freeview channel with nothing better to do for 2 hours then yeah, why wouldn't you watch this too?
Having all that, this specific film isn't all that terrible. In terms of production quality, it is comparable to Hallmark, and at moments it has the sense of a daily soap opera. On the other hand, it does have a charming conceit. There is a lover who has proposed to Lindsay, but destiny throws her a blow by offering her a massive book contract on the same evening. Lindsay's boyfriend has proposed to her. This is the proposition that she declines. Then William Shatner comes up for some reason and basically performs a Clarence from It's a Wonderful Life on her. He shows her what her life is like 3 years on (it could have been 2, I forget). She is rich...but is she happy? Good question! To obtain the solution you'll need to see the movie however.
It's a film with clumsy language and decent intentions. And it has a feeling of that celebratory warmth, even if it seldom rings true. Although it scores points for the casting of Christopher Lloyd as Lindsay's Grandpa; and an additional half a point for unabashedly giving him a line that explicitly mentions time travel. All in all, it's ok for what it is, if you chance onto it on a random freeview channel with nothing better to do for 2 hours then yeah, why wouldn't you watch this too?
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Indeed, comparing it to Hallmark productions and noting its occasional soap opera vibe gives a clear picture of its production quality. The storyline you described, with its charming conceit and the unexpected appearance of William Shatner, adds an intriguing layer to the narrative. It's always fascinating when a film takes unexpected turns like that!
Your observation about the film's clumsy language and decent intentions resonates, as does the mention of its celebratory warmth, even if it sometimes feels forced. Christopher Lloyd's casting as Lindsay's Grandpa sounds like a standout choice, especially with the nod to time travel—a delightful touch for fans of his work.
Overall, your review paints a nuanced picture of "The Man Who Invented Christmas," acknowledging its flaws while also appreciating its moments of charm and warmth. Thanks for sharing your experience!