UnowPriceless hyped garbage

Hadrina The movie's neither hopeful in contrived ways, nor hopeless in different contrived ways. Somehow it manages to be wonderful

Robert Joyner The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

Philippa All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

bgwynnray I love Christmas movies of all kinds, and this looks like it should be a winner; but the dialog is so stilted, and the acting, directing, and editing are so bad that it's really disappointing. Despite having all the requisite ingredients, it is very very poorly done. The only saving grace is the costumes, which are wonderful, and very evocative of the period (the '40's). But everything else is so bad that it overshadows the one good thing.The plot might be fine in other hands, but in this production it is almost completely obliterated by poor directing, performances, and editing. I would love to at least LIKE this, but it was just really poorly done!

AHillsmith Finally, this is a family story that all ages can enjoy. The characters are easy to identify with and the costuming and setting seem authentic for that era.The story leaves you with a warm feeling and a desire to help others who are having a difficult time.The story is very believable because of the events that occurred during the early 40's. In the depression Christmas gifts were very scarce and hard to come by.I gave five copies as Christmas gifts last year and the recipients all seemed to enjoy the story.

bethbrickell This uplifting movie is in the mode of "It's a Wonderful Life" and is guaranteed to put anybody of any age in the Christmas spirit. As a "G" rated movie, it won the "Best Feature Film for Kids" award at the Moondance Film Festival in Los Angeles in June 2006. The Kids First Film and Video Festival in Santa Fe, a traveling festival, will screen the movie in up to 45 cities nationwide between October 15, 2006 and January 15, 2007. And the initial reviews for "Mr. Christmas" are raves:"This heartwarming film will be a holiday classic." School Library Journal"A sweet family drama with a surprising twist." Booklist"A family tale reminiscent of classic holiday films." Library Journal"A true gift." Arkansas Democrat-Gazette"A warm family film that parents and children will enjoy together." FamilyLife TodayI'm the filmmaker and I believe that you and your family will love our movie. See if you can guess the surprise ending. No one ever has!

madnet24 Beth Brickell has created a wonderful film based on her own childhood experiences. Less than an hour in length, this heart-felt story manages to pack quite a punch. It's The Bicycle Thief, American-style. Themes of parental love, responsibility and guilt interplay with a charming look at a little girl's wish for a bike from Santa, a wish which Santa may or may not be able to grant. Set during the onset of the USA's participation in WWII, this movie feels authentic. With its deft capture of life in small-town America, the story reaches across generations of families to touch us all. Don't miss the extras.....including a full commentary by director and cinematographer. The outtakes are hilarious.