Noel (2004)

User Rating:

6.3/10   

Director:

Chazz Palminteri

Writer (WGA):

David Hubbard (written by)

Release Date:

26 November 2004 (Italy)

Genre:

Drama

Tagline:

Miracles are closer than you think

Plot:

Five New Yorkers come together on Christmas Eve, seeking a miracle.

Plot Keywords:

Christmas | Hospital | New York | Handcuffs | Father Son Relationship

Cast

Susan Sarandon	...	Rose Collins
Paul Walker	...	Mike Riley
Penélope Cruz	...	Nina Vasquez
Alan Arkin	...	Artie Venzuela
Marcus Thomas	...	Jules Calvert
Sonny Marinelli	...	Dennis
Daniel Sunjata	...	Marco
Chazz Palminteri	...	Arizona
Rob Daly	...	Paul
John Doman	...	Dr. Matthew Baron
Carmen Ejogo	...	Dr. Matthew Batiste
Billy Porter	...	Randy
Donna Hanover	...	Debbie Carmichael
Merwin Mondesir	...	Glenn
Una Kay	...	Helen

MPAA:

Rated PG for sensuality, thematic material and some language.

Runtime:

96 min

Country:

USA | Canada

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

UK:PG | Singapore:PG | Canada:PG (Ontario) | USA:PG (certificate #41001) | Iceland:L | Malaysia:(Banned) | Australia:PG | South Korea:12 | Finland:K-3 | Argentina:Atp | Brazil:Livre

Filming Locations:

Montréal, Québec, Canada

Company:

Neverland Films

Trivia:

Was released into a 48-hour trial DVD after its theatrical release.

Goofs:

Continuity: In the hospital, the nurse behind the counter is seen with glasses. In one scene she removes the glasses. However when the shot changes, her glasses are back on and she removes them again.

Quotes:

Charlie: I don't wanna be alone when I die.

Movie Connections:

References One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975)

Soundtrack:

The First Noel

Noel is lovely holiday fare.

Noel is lovely holiday fare. The tag line could be "Everything that happens, happens for a reason". This holiday story reveals characters that are easy to identify with and through the circumstances that unfold, their lives weave a tapestry of love, growth and the often overlooked kindness of humanity. The storyline and dialogue bring plenty of warm hearted sentimentality to the film which is nicely offset by incidents of comic relief. Susan Sarandon and Robin Williams deliver wonderful performances and you will find yourself deeply caring about their characters. Director Chazz Palminteri brings out another side of Paul Walker, proving that Mr. Walker can do more than just drive fast cars. Penelope Cruz is as lovely as ever lending inner beauty through her character as well. Alan Arkin plays a delightful character with a twist. The remaining cast, including a cameo by Mr. Palminteri, does a nice job of completing the ensemble and giving this story heart. Though the story revolves around the Christmas holiday, it may serve to remind us that each person is connected to one another within the human family no matter what the season.