All She Wants for Christmas (2006)

A young accountant tries to save a toy factory where she works from being closed down, while also pursuing a romance with the mysterious new factory worker who comes to her small town.

Director:

Ron Oliver

Writers:

Michael A. Simpson, Rick Bitzelberger

Stars:

Monica Keena, Tobias Mehler, Steve Bacic

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Monica Keena	...	Judith 'Noelle' Dunn
Tobias Mehler	...	Justin Allen
Steve Bacic	...	James Emerson
Ali Liebert	...	Priscilla Clark (as Ali Leibert)
Sonya Salomaa	...	Ashley Aikens
Denise Galik	...	Mary Lee Dunn
Nelson Wong	...	Kenny
Terry David Mulligan	...	Mayor Conway
John Dadey	...	Barry Wallis
Morgan Brayton	...	Carlotta
Marsha Regis	...	Linda Smith
Alexis Ioannidis	...	Server Joy (as Alexis)
Duane Patterson	...	Burley Boy #1
Caine Wendt	...	Burley Boy #2
Sean Kohnke	...	Burley Boy #3

Storyline

Forest City depends entirely on the Aikens Christmas decoration factory. Local economics graduate Judith 'Noelle' Dunn returned there to finish her thesis by analyzing the plant. A freak near-accident matches her with adventurous drifter Justin Allen, whom she gets a menial job in the factory. Alas the late founder discretely footed systematical losses. His haughty granddaughter Ashley Aikens arrives to check if the firm can be made profitable. Noelle is jealous when Ashley keeps contacting Justin, who swears only to have eyes for her. It turns out he is key to more secrets, but will they work for good or bad?

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Plot Keywords:

christmas | christmas decoration | small town | toy factory | hot air balloon | 

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Taglines:

Judith has her list... Can Santa deliver?

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Romance

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Certificate:

G

Details

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

18 December 2006 (USA)

Also Known As:

Alles was du dir zu Weihnachten wünschst

Filming Locations:

Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Ambitious Entertainment Inc., Fries Film Group, Insight Film Studios

Technical Specs

Runtime:

91 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

"We Wish You A Rockin' Christmas"
Music by Peter Allen with English traditional words
Sung by Warren Stanyer
Performed by Peter Allen and Randy Murray

User Reviews

All you ever wanted in a film for a nice, satisfying evening, is here, that is, romance, humor, drama and a happy ending

Noelle (Monica Keena) is going back to her hometown to do a business study about the local Christmas ornament factory. It's near the holidays and the plant's owner, who died recently, was discovered to have been supplementing the factory with his own income to keep it afloat. Business whiz Noelle is keen to find a way to save it, for her mother and many other residents and area small business operators depend on its existence. As Noelle is blowing up a large company balloon, it breaks free and causes a male driver, Justin (Tobias Mehler) to lose control of his car, inflicting minor damage. Noelle is apologetic, especially since Justin is young, handsome, and coming to work at the factory as a seasonal employee. The gentleman also likes what he sees in Noelle and they begin to "step out" together. But, there are complications. First, the factory really is in the red and there seems to be no way out, other than moving it overseas. Then, too, the locals learn that superstore, Global Mart, will be coming to town, driving several small businesses to their demises. Lastly, Justin seems very smitten with Noelle, at times, but she often glimpses him in close conversation with the former owner's pretty granddaughter, Ashley, who has also come to town to make decisions about the company's future. How will this all turn out? Here is a winning film for the holidays or any other time of the year. It is funny, clever, sweet, and just perfect for an evening of nice entertainment for romcom fans, even ones in their teens. The two principal stars, Keena and Mehler are very winning and so is the rest of the supporting cast. The lovely town setting is also a fine asset, while the costumes, script, and direction are more than adequate. The film, in fact, resembles this year's New in Town, in quite a few ways, and that statement alone is strong praise. Do you love "getting in the mood" around holiday time, by watching a few worthy Christmas films? Include this one, then, in your schedule, as it most likely will be all you ever wanted in a seasonal flick.