I liked it! I watched it while doing a puzzle and it was great. It wasn't as predictable as other Hallmark movies, which is good. It was also quite refreshing seeing new faces. The actor playing Tyler was adorable. It wasn't as special as other HM out there. However, at moments the acting wasn't very believable to me. But it is worth watching at least once. And watching this Christmas movie in March while in quarantine was something I needed.
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MIssM1925 March 2020
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JoBloTheMovieCritic20 November 20195/10 - this HMM original lacked a spark of originality and will be quickly forgotten as a result
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EmmaNelly7 November 2021This starts off dry and you feel like you can predict what will happen the story does pick up and it ends up being an enjoyable film for a typical Christmas movie.
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sassenach416123 November 2019My post is only to point out, the movie is taking place in Denver, however, one night time cityscape shot was clearly of Minneapolis showing the Viking's US Bank Stadium, all lit up. This did not take away from the storyline.
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MickyG33329 December 20235.8 stars.
I'm still waiting for the punchline. There is supposed to be a Christmas miracle to be had in this story, but I fail to see it. In contrast to some of the reviewers, I actually enjoyed the first 30 minutes of this film, but then it fell flat and never recovered.
I don't fully understand what transpired, but the whole story became a mundane narrative focusing on two co-workers who are searching for the most exciting and heartfelt Christmas miracle drama story to share with their boss, the magazine editor. But the story is not exciting and the way it's told is lackluster. We are taken on a journey that is anything but fun, and there is no emotion from either one of the leads. They are simply going through the motions. And her best friend, was she for real? She seemed like an angel on the sidelines giving free advice. Her character was inconsequential.
I was not inspired by anything. Their boss was trying to be something of a grinch who stole the Christmas miracle, and she turns out to be one of the more interesting characters, and yet totally not a likable person whatsoever. And the musician, he's an old grinch and maybe he's the focal point of the story, but his situation is not that exciting, but rather depressing. And when they bring it all to a close, there is little to no impact and I didn't feel invested in whatever this was. I'm trying so hard to describe what it is about 'A Christmas Miracle' that misses the mark. For lack of specifics, I'd have to say everything about it misses the mark. I was simply not entertained, moved, touched, or anything of the kind. I didn't shed any tears or laugh. I felt no inspiration or yearning. Did they kiss at the end? Of course they did, but they shouldn't have, because there was no romance or shared attraction before, during, or after it. -
doctorsmoothlove2 December 2019What a surprise to see that "A Christmas Miracle" was directed by the journeyman Tibor Takács. He has been directing low budget films since the early 80s. Most of his works are science fiction or horror. This time he's making a Christmas film for Hallmark. Wherever you find work I suppose.
The film isn't bad. It isn't that good either. A journalist relocated from the small town of Savannah, Georgia to Denver has to deliver a heartwarming story for her employer's holiday magazine. Why the script chose to make the main character from Savannah is a bit strange. It is anything but a small town. Regardless, her young son doesn't seem to be adjusting to city life. He is at the age when a little boy needs to have a father around. Shockingly, the script acknowledges that the main character divorced her son's father. It's rare to see Hallmark scripts attempt to mimic real life this closely.
The journalist discovers a talented musician playing music for free in the park. He seems a little too good. She decides to write a story about him. I won't spoil the rest because you know how it will unfold.
Tamera Mowry-Housley and Brooks Darnell as the leads are well suited. They have a breezy interaction and the script gives them different personalities. She is positive but uncertain and he is cynical and forthright. Their attraction feels natural as they work on the writing project.
My only major complaint is the script's unnecessary plot threads. The son character and the boss character don't really serve any narrative purpose. I dislike how many of these films use a child character to artificially increase viewer sympathy. It is rarely earned and rarely justified. This film is no exception to the general rule. The clumsiness lowers the score I give a bit. -
weemsdebra3117 November 2019If you want to watch a movie that is inspiring and how love does come through. It may take a minute, but it will prevail this is the movie to watch. I thought the acting was good in both the lead characters, it gave you just enough suspense, not too long and drawn out .
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cmorales-8835116 November 2019I am 1 of the biggest fans of Christmas after Mariah Carey... I must say I was truly disappointed in this movie, took me 4 times to watch it and I had trouble connecting to it. The movie was very boring and I don't come across boring Christmas movies often. Very slow all the way through. Hopefully next year will be better, I look forward to it.
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gracers500018 November 2019As far as Christmas made for TV movies go, this is definitely one of the better ones. The leads seemed like real human beings where often I find the acting to be very flat. And the story was warm and nice. Exactly what I like to curl up to leading up to the holidays.
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BurberryGal1 December 2019I'm sorry Hallmark this one did not work for me! The acting and story were subpar...... But everyone tries!
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dowdnl17 November 2019Enjoyed this movie very much! Had a great story line and a little different from the usual Christmas stories It was far from boring . One of the best of the new Christmas Movies.
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MovieTVRomanceFan3 November 2020I gotta say this was no doubt one of the best Christmas films I've seen in a long time. I enjoyed it from start to finish and I'm still surprised by how much I really liked it. It's a great feel good movie where everything it perfect, the characters, music, storyline and chemistry with the main couple. I love the relationship between Emma and Marcus as they work together to find an actual Christmas miracle. I loved watching their friendship blossom into romance and I loved seeing Emma, Marcus and Tyler altogether like one big happy family. Emma's optimism is contagious as I felt really good throughout the entire film. I also really enjoyed the storyline as they work together to find a story, but find something better in the form of uncovering the mystery of an old musician and helping him reunite/reconcile with his estranged daughter. This movie truly had it all as it featured opening yourself up to love, new experiences, second chances and unexpectedly finding love.
Overall, A Christmas Miracle is a great movie anyone will enjoy watching during the holidays. -
elliep-4647517 November 2019Tamera Mowry is so talented and made this movie come to life. Sweet, sappy, and extremely Christmas-y. Tamera, please make lots more of these!! Brooks Darnell was wonderful as well! Hallmark, you have a winner here!
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JSGal27 November 2019I almost passed this up, but so glad I didn't! I have watched this heartwarming movie now twice, and will probably again. It is a must see! Ignore negative reviews. Some people just love to nitpick.
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dianamarinelli27 November 2020This hallmark movie brings you to a Christmas spirit. It has a message of how you should fact check before believing someone's story and also there is always a Christmas micracle
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lorri_french29 March 2020This was a wonderful story about Hope , Forgiveness Never giving up . A True Feel good Christmas Movie.
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fsudad-9658320 November 2021I personally liked it. The storyline was interesting and it had a positive note throughout. If you go into the movie without high expectations, then you won't be disappointed.
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teebear81721 November 2020Lots of fake shill reviews here. You can always tell the fake reviews, they just rave about a movie that's lousy and they front load them... the first 10 reviews you see are all 10s and 9s. You have to go further down the list to see the real reviews. Dont fall for these fake reviews put on by the moviemaker!! This movie is sooo depressing from start to finish. All predictable especially the crappy ending. A child must have written the script. Even the music was depressing. There was never any feel good monents, and the ending was so predictable. This guy didnt bring any cheer. He was depressing too. The worst Christmad movie i ever saw.
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Jazzie-too4 December 2019I almost bailed on this! Then I looked at the IMDB rating, which was 6.4 and somewhat agreed. I actually fast forwarded 30 sec shots and was just about to delete it altogether. Then something started pulling me in. For sure when they came upon Santa Dean--I always have liked Barry Bostwick. I especially liked the female lead. Had never seen her in anything, but she's very credible. This really just kept getting better and better, pulling me closer and finally some tears in the end. Sweet!