Mother and daughter, Kristin (Lacey Chabert) and Emily (Fina Strazza), are forced to move from LA to Ohio due to financial difficulties. It's a big move, but they connect with a couple of friends, and they reconnect with family. The school's music teacher, Danny (Brennan Elliott) helps Emily adapt to her new school and befriends Kristin.
This is a charming Hallmark holiday romance. Though Strazza steals many of her scenes, Chabert and Elliott are fun to watch as the romantic leads. Director Mariah Carey plays a role; she is the antagonistic school mother who does her best to belittle Kristin. Kevin Chamberlin deserves mention as Thomas, the school custodian who befriends Emily; they both deserve mention for their scenes that sparkle with Christmas magic. In a small role, Kathy Najimy shines as the aunt who welcomes them back to Ohio.
This is an enjoyable holiday tale that focuses on relationships.
This is a charming Hallmark holiday romance. Though Strazza steals many of her scenes, Chabert and Elliott are fun to watch as the romantic leads. Director Mariah Carey plays a role; she is the antagonistic school mother who does her best to belittle Kristin. Kevin Chamberlin deserves mention as Thomas, the school custodian who befriends Emily; they both deserve mention for their scenes that sparkle with Christmas magic. In a small role, Kathy Najimy shines as the aunt who welcomes them back to Ohio.
This is an enjoyable holiday tale that focuses on relationships.