MOVIE REVIEW
Movie: A Godwink Christmas
Network: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Original Air Date: November 18, 2018
*Based on a true story from the Godwink series of books by SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt.
CAST:
Kimberly Sustad ... Paula
Paul Campbell ... Gery
Kathie Lee Gifford ... Aunt Jane
Giles Panton ... Daniel
Natalie Sharp ... Jenn O'Brien
Kat Ruston ... Betsy Warren
Ryan Alexander McDonald
Lucia Walters
PLOT:
Storyline via Hallmark: A newly engaged woman visits her aunt in New England before Christmas to clear her head after reluctantly accepting her boyfriend’s proposal. While there, she meets a local and they begin to fall for each other. Her aunt believes it’s God’s way of “winking” at her and devises a plan to bring them together. Inspired by a true story.
More of the story via Hallmark Press Release...
As Christmas approaches, Paula (Sustad), a St. Louis antique appraiser, reluctantly accepts a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, Daniel (Giles Panton, “Chesapeake Shores”), a career-focused attorney. When her Aunt Jane (Gifford) senses she has mixed emotions over the engagement, she invites Paula to her Nantucket home. Upon her arrival, Paula plans a trip to the nearby island of Martha’s Vineyard where she meets Gery (Campbell), a charming inn owner. When bad weather prevents her from departing, Paula winds up staying at Gery’s inn and enjoying local holiday festivities alongside him. They begin to have feelings for each other but when the weather clears up, they part ways and Paula returns to Nantucket.
Sensing she’s fallen for Gery, Aunt Jane shares with Paula her belief that their meeting was God’s way of “winking” at her to help determine which direction her life should take. When Daniel surprises her by spontaneously arriving in Nantucket, Paula decides to move forward with their marriage plans. But back in St. Louis, Daniel soon returns to his all-business ways and a fed-up Paula finally realizes they’re not compatible. When Jane invites her back to Nantucket for Christmas, Paula accepts, unaware that Jane has devised a plan to bring her and Gery together.
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*images via: Hallmark Crown Media Family Networks
Credit: ©2018 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Bettina Strauss
Oh, Net, this looks like it's going to be such a good movie and I love that Kimberly and Paul are paired. I'm happy to see him back again and of course, Kathie Lee who will bring this story full circle! Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteLinda, You expressed exactly what I'm feeling about "A Godwink Christmas!" This one is most definitely going to be soooo good! The storyline looks exceptional and of course, what an amazng cast! We've all been waiting so long for Kimberly to get a lead role again since "Nine Lives," and I, too, can't wait to see this one! :)
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Oooooh.... I can't wait-wait-wait to see this one! Paul and Kimberly are absolute faves of mine! This has to be this years hit!
ReplyDeleteTotally agree, Em... Paul and Kimberly are two of my favorites, as well! What I really love is, neither are seen as the IT STAR of Hallmark, yet both have done exceptional films that many love! I, too, have high expectations for this one all around!
DeleteBlessings, Net
I loved the preview clips of this during Candace's Christmas special!
ReplyDeleteYes, the previews were wonderful! I love all these little Christmas sneak peeks! :)
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This movie is going to be great!! Love Kimberly and Paul. I'm so glad they put Kimberly back in a lead role! Long over due!
ReplyDeleteThank you Net for all the info you give us!! Blessings!
So true, Joyce! It is definitely long overdue for our Kimberly to get a lead role again! Not sure why, cause she's amazing, but I'm so happy it's THIS MOVIE with Paul! They look wonderful together! Like you, I love them both too! :)
DeleteThank you for the sweet message!
Blessings back to you, Net
Yay! Finally Kimberly Sustad! I'm unsure of love triangle storyline (it's never a favorite of mine), but I'll be watching this for sure!
ReplyDeleteYes, it is truly fantastic, CH Mom, to see Kimberly, once again! She brings a bit of magic to whatever role she plays, big or small!
DeleteIt should be interesting to see how the love triangle story plays out. By the way, Giles Panton, who portrays the jilted boyfriend in "Tulips in Spring" plays her fiancé.
Hope you enjoy it! Blessings, Net
I hope Hallmark will make a movie called; "A Godwink Valentine"
ReplyDeleteI'm sure many would love to see these "Godwink" stories continue! Let's hope ratings are good and there will be more to come! :)
DeleteBlessings, Net
It's based on the book called; "A Godwink on Love"
Delete"A Godwink Valentine"
This one's on my list. Used to watch them all, but don't think that's going to be possible this year.
ReplyDeleteHi CJ! I know it's definitely going to be harder to pick and choose this Christmas season with the numerous choices. I'm glad this one has made your watch list!
DeleteBlessings, Net
Love Kimberly and Paul. This looks really good and can hardly wait to see it. Also, Christmas is coming early as about half of the movies I ordered are here and many more to come. Thank you Hallmark. Keep those movie releases coming. RG
ReplyDeleteYes, it's wonderful, RG! So good to hear you've received lots of Christmas DVDs and MORE on the way! My collection keeps bigger and bigger, too, but I love it! I know once the movies are over in January, I can always pull out something good from the holiday season to watch over again! Happy watching!!! :)
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I love the Hallmark Movies. We watch them all the time. It's nice to be able to watch a movie and not worry about content. Love watching Christmas movies all year long. And you're right, once Christmas is over we can all fall back on our dvds. I am also looking for to seeing A Godwink Christmas. It looks really great. Thanks again for all you do Net. You are so appreciated. RG
ReplyDeleteRG, thank you so much! I so appreciate You, as well, and all your visits here and supportive comments! I absolutely agree... it is such a blessing to have Hallmark movies and their family friendly content we know we can trust. Enjoy this Christmas movie season!
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This one was so magical! My favorite so far! I loved the whole setting at Martha’s Vineyard and how Paula & Gerry’s story unfold. I was worried about how the love triangle would pan out but the story flowed so nicely that it didn’t bother me. Paula clearly was already conflicted even before meeting Gery. The scene when Paula and Gery parted at the airport was so nicely done and I could really feel their entire hearts spilling out. Kimberly Sustad was AMAZING as always... she really need to be in more Hallmark! I’d say this is my favorite Hallmark movie of Paul Campbell so far!
ReplyDeleteI loved it, too, CH Mom! Glad you felt the same! I agree... Kimberly Sustad & Paul Campbell were fantastic, as always! I felt a sense of seriousness and subtle humor. Beautifully done!
DeleteI, too, hope we see more and more of these two on Hallmark! :)
Merry Christmas! Blessings, Net
A Godwink Christmas is based on an inspired true story of Geri & Paula on the books
ReplyDeleteReal Geri & Paula & also real Country Inn at the end of the movie
Yes, this is based on a true story from the Godwink series of books by SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt.
DeleteLoved this movie! Watched it 5 or 6 times! A new favorite at our house!!!
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