Royal Blossom

I enjoy Hallmark movies but, as this movie clearly demonstrated, it's not so easy to successfully copy the Hallmark movie making formula. This wannabe production was painful to watch. Truly awful.

The plot was beyond ridiculous even for those of us willing to suspend disbelief for these royal/commoner love stories. The leads had zero chemistry, the dialogue was utterly banal, the pacing was awkward, and the "competition" pieces were no more inspired than what is being offered at your nearest supermarket.

And yet, Stefanie Rozhko somehow managed to shine. She was adorable and deserves a better showcase. But this movie would have sucked even if Audrey Hepburn had played the Princess. And I actually paid to rent this (because my sister thought it looked good).

Ugh.