I don't mind lowering my standards for a cheesy christmas movie, but with this level of acting, it's very hard to do.
39 Reviews
Terrible acting
sandervanderheide27 December 2018
Put on for you kid and sit this one out!
sstuparits27 December 2018
The concept is cute, as are the enthusiastic child actors. However, I feel like I'm sitting thru a school play - for a film someone spent money making the acting is awful from nearly all involved. I had to pretend I was watching it to support the kids.
My 5 year old son has no concept of what's good acting and he enjoyed it, so there's that.
This is not a good movie. At all.
SnowLeopardMaster12 December 2018
This is a pretty crappy movie. The story is okay, but it's not unique and certain elements of it, like Christmas supposedly being ruined if one person's Christmas wish isn't fulfilled (which has probably happened millions of times in the 21st century alone) make no sense. The main premise is that three elves loose a bag of Christmas wishes, and they have to go recover them from the town these wishes came from.
There's also a subplot about a family learning to cope with the death of their father. This was probably the high point, and there was a genuinely well done scene at the end of the movie where the father's widow finds a box of his things and reads a letter he left her, and starts crying. The widow's acting in this scene is actually quite impressive.
And it's the only impressive acting in the entire movie. The three elves couldn't act their way out of a paper bag. The asian one (Can't remember any of their names, and there's no way I'm going to re-watch this movie to find them) is especially bad. His acting is very stiff and he sounds like he's having trouble pronouncing his lines.
When the three of them accidentally destroy the bag of Christmas wishes, they yell "No!" but instead of panicked or even slightly worried, they sound bored as hell. Santa Claus himself doesn't get much screen time, and his acting is acceptable, but he looks like a forty year old man with a beard strapped to his face. Would it have been that hard to find a guy who's actually old to play this part? I doubt it.
There's another character, who's name I once again can't remember. He's supposed to be the elves's supervisor. I think his character is supposed to provide comic relief, but the way his actor says the lines makes him seem more like a pedophile. Combine that with the fact that his job is too watch three small children work, and things get creepy.
Also, there's a brief scene in which two elves floss (the dance move) and it burns your eyes.
Most of the dialogue is very poorly written, and the jokes are almost all painful. There are a handful of jokes that are actually pretty funny, but they are few and far between.
It's not an abomination, but a handful of good jokes and one well directed scene can't save 48 Christmas Wishes from being a bad, bad movie.
There's also a subplot about a family learning to cope with the death of their father. This was probably the high point, and there was a genuinely well done scene at the end of the movie where the father's widow finds a box of his things and reads a letter he left her, and starts crying. The widow's acting in this scene is actually quite impressive.
And it's the only impressive acting in the entire movie. The three elves couldn't act their way out of a paper bag. The asian one (Can't remember any of their names, and there's no way I'm going to re-watch this movie to find them) is especially bad. His acting is very stiff and he sounds like he's having trouble pronouncing his lines.
When the three of them accidentally destroy the bag of Christmas wishes, they yell "No!" but instead of panicked or even slightly worried, they sound bored as hell. Santa Claus himself doesn't get much screen time, and his acting is acceptable, but he looks like a forty year old man with a beard strapped to his face. Would it have been that hard to find a guy who's actually old to play this part? I doubt it.
There's another character, who's name I once again can't remember. He's supposed to be the elves's supervisor. I think his character is supposed to provide comic relief, but the way his actor says the lines makes him seem more like a pedophile. Combine that with the fact that his job is too watch three small children work, and things get creepy.
Also, there's a brief scene in which two elves floss (the dance move) and it burns your eyes.
Most of the dialogue is very poorly written, and the jokes are almost all painful. There are a handful of jokes that are actually pretty funny, but they are few and far between.
It's not an abomination, but a handful of good jokes and one well directed scene can't save 48 Christmas Wishes from being a bad, bad movie.
This makes a school play look good
rwandrews-085987 December 2018
Do you respect yourself? No really, do you? If so, don't watch this movie. It's truly awful. I mean the acting makes you wish for the end of Christmas. I needed a shower after it. Sometimes it still wakes me up at night.
Terrible Acting
jackie-tisdell30 November 2018
Bad acting
lauralake-5448026 November 2020
Absolutely horrible acting and sets.
romansamurai17 December 2018
I think one of the producers could have done a better job using a handheld camera and his family. The acting was just awful. The sets were the cheapest I've ever seen in a movie. Just awful all together.
But, my 7 year old loved it for some odd reason....
But, my 7 year old loved it for some odd reason....
Can I score it 0
nassarahmad-5301115 December 2018
Awful.
nevrandil-163-496599 December 2018
Not a terrible Movie
Christmas-Reviewer10 April 2018
Review Date 4/10/2018
This is my 500th review of a Christmas Theme Movie or Special. On all Christmas movies BEWARE OF FAKE REVIEWS & REVIEWERS. Many reviewers have only have ONE REVIEW. When it's a POSITIVE REVIEW chances are that the reviewer was involved with the production. If its a negative review then they may have a huge grudge against the film for whatever reason. I am fare about these films.
I find the low IMDB score puzzling. This is also the first review of this film that is being posted. I find it strange that out of over 100 people that voted that I am the first to post a review.
The story is this: When a small town's letters to Santa accidentally go up in smoke, two elves venture out of the North Pole to retrieve every missing wish. Along the way they become creative in finding what people wanted for Christmas. Its cute and involving. The children are adorable. They give it their all.
This film is meant for the children that still believe in Santa Claus. The story is a little weak but still entertains. Have an open mind.
This is my 500th review of a Christmas Theme Movie or Special. On all Christmas movies BEWARE OF FAKE REVIEWS & REVIEWERS. Many reviewers have only have ONE REVIEW. When it's a POSITIVE REVIEW chances are that the reviewer was involved with the production. If its a negative review then they may have a huge grudge against the film for whatever reason. I am fare about these films.
I find the low IMDB score puzzling. This is also the first review of this film that is being posted. I find it strange that out of over 100 people that voted that I am the first to post a review.
The story is this: When a small town's letters to Santa accidentally go up in smoke, two elves venture out of the North Pole to retrieve every missing wish. Along the way they become creative in finding what people wanted for Christmas. Its cute and involving. The children are adorable. They give it their all.
This film is meant for the children that still believe in Santa Claus. The story is a little weak but still entertains. Have an open mind.
Kids Might Enjoy...
Kristen-20 November 2018
I love Christmas movies, especially during this time of year I go a little crazy with watching them. I practically live and breathe the Hallmark channel during November and December.
This movies has a sweet wholesome story and of course a happy ending. Unfortunately throughout the entire film I couldn't get over how awful the acting was. Even the adult actors were dreadful, it was very painful to watch...
The little ones might enjoy it, it's defiantly 110% kid friendly. I would NOT recommend this for teens or adults.
This movies has a sweet wholesome story and of course a happy ending. Unfortunately throughout the entire film I couldn't get over how awful the acting was. Even the adult actors were dreadful, it was very painful to watch...
The little ones might enjoy it, it's defiantly 110% kid friendly. I would NOT recommend this for teens or adults.
Lovely christmas movie
therry-6977926 November 2018
I honestly don't understand how this movie got all of these bad ratings. I thought it was a lovely movie, like most other christmas movies. I am 22 years old and can honestly say that I enjoyed watching it. Obviously don't expect a complex plot or unpredictability. But it is a nice film. I thought the acting was good, especially the children were amazing.
During the first half of the film I wasn't really sure where it was going, but I can't say that I was ever bored.
Children might enjoy this movie even more than I did. But it's nice to get into the christmas spirit anyway.
Cute, more entertaining than a lot of these kinds of movies
fandomfatale3 December 2018
This movie was cute. I laughed out loud a couple of times. The highlight was definitely the elves interacting with the humans. The story with the human family was the weaker part. I think this was a good production for the budget, but the premise is so good and has so much potential that I'm sorry it wasn't turned into a major Christmas release.
My first review because this was so bad
amberr-b-939-33386117 December 2018
I've never felt motivated to write a review. But this movie finally did it. They are kids so you want to give them a break, but seriously it's as if they grabbed people off the street and gave them a costume and lines and placed them in the movie. All of the kids acting in this move is stiff, monotone or overacted and awkward. One particular moment is when two elves talk and do some type of dance - I can't even remember the context of the lines because you can't focus on anything except their terrible acting. My 7yr old stepdaughter has more talent in her little toe compared this badly acted movie. The mother is probably the only person who has any talent oh and the boy in the science lab at school is good and seems he should've got a main role. The direction is terrible. The props and costumes are good. The teen daughter is a walking cliche. The dog is cute. I will never let my kids watch this again, well at least not in my presence!
Terrible film, terrible terrible terrible
marcbolton16 December 2018
Terrible script, terrible acting, terrible direction terrible plot (who goes to school on Christmas Eve?!); the elves' ears aren't even the same colour as their real ears in some cases! My wife and I watch a lot of Christmas movies and this is without doubt the worst one we've seen in a very long time.
How dare you
matthiasbkr26 December 2018
worst film I've ever watched
danielgump221 June 2020
First thing: acting. Kids don't say hmmm and look at the camera every time they get a question
Second: plot. WHERE IS MINNAZONA? also kids don't talk to random people in a theater. NOBODY GOES TO SCHOOL ON CHRISTMAS EVE.
third: just the movie. SO many problems, even kids know some of these things are stupid. I watched this with my little cousin and he was just bored. HE FELL ASLEEP. And i asked him if he knows anybody who goes to school on christmas eve. he said no. TERRIBLE. WORST FILM EVER. The Emoji Movie > 48 Christmas Wishes
From the first minute you need to ask yourself "Why am I here?"
jeffholt-4907030 December 2018
It is like sitting through a school play for your friend's kids - no reason to be here if you really don't have to be. From the first minutes where a 20+ plays the mom to a teenage girl the acting is worse than the casting. If you really feel the need, turn it on and you too will realize after 5 minutes you need to check your cell and create a reason to excuse yourself.
This movie ruined my christmas
stephanieboyd14 December 2019
Christmas stories
btreakle12 December 2020
Plastic Ears
battaniye-9810322 November 2020
Dear All,
I couldn't help myself submitting this review. Despite all the negativeness going on nowadays, I just wanted to cheer up by watching noel movies. All the movies made my day one way or another. Regardless of all the negative comments(which I agree) , I gave it a shot. I kept watching persistently since the first minute. But after minutes passed, it became impossible for me not to notice the 'probably' cheap plastic ears on the players acting as elves. After half an hour, I could only see nothing else but the cheap, sloppy mounted plastic ears. So,briefly, if you're over 12 y.o., don't watch the movie.However, the story of the film gives positive message.
Best Regards,
Very cute, a little rough around the edges actng-wise..
ronniedanger9 November 2019
Very cute and wholesome. I think with some coaching most of these actors could be pretty good. The sets were fcute and the kids super-cute. I think only the actress playing Laura is a professional actress . But I really liked this movie! No potty humor, nice storyline, I really wanted to see how it would end. A lot of people gave it poor reviews but these lower budget movies are more like plays. No highly paid actors or special effects, just fun to watch like a play might be. I would definitely watch another filmby this company. No I am not relatex to anyone in it--I just like good wholesome stuff!
Maximum age limit needed
aebbinge30 December 2019
Just as there is a minimum age limit to films, there also should be a maximum age limit. My guess it woud be till the age of 6-7 years. This movie is made for those childeren for which the obvious isn't the obvious yet and still can believe everything you tell them. The way it is made reminds me of a lot of childrens shows that are on television.
If you watch it with an open mind for 'that age' it's nice, if you watch it as an adult: it's horrible.
Incredibly bad, incredibly Canadian
hankwatkins7 December 2021
A mess of a film that would be a good "do not" example on so many levels for a film school program. (Or a what is Canadian? Lesson in anthropology.)Camera setups, lighting, pacing, directing the actors, really everything. The widowed mom is cute at least. Seems like it was shot in a busy Canadian afternoon. My 8 year old enjoyed it though. Meanwhile I'm stunned to see them use a take in a climactic scene where the actor's face goes in and out of focus in the middle of a static shot. Perfect example of Canadian lighting. Every bit of scenery is lit, As in, no shadows at all to obscure the cheesy sets. And everyone is so Canadian, the whitest white people ever. Amazing.
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