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It’s a weekend filled with NEW Christmas movie premieres and the classics we love from year to year!
UPtv officially begins their Christmas movies this weekend and Lifetime, too, with their preview show airing Sunday morning. (If you prefer, you can also watch the preview special, hosted by Tia Mowry, online - here!)
Check out the SIX New Christmas movies premiering this weekend below...
Friday, November 5, 2021:
Maya and Alex, old friends from high school, work together over Christmas to sell his uncle's Mexican bakery famous for its gingerbread cookies that the patrons believe grants wishes.
Gingerbread Miracle premieres
Friday, November 5, 2021
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel
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Saturday, November 6, 2021:
In “The Great Christmas Switch,” Kaelynn and Sophia are identical twins who have grown up believing the other has the more glamorous life. Kaelynn sometimes feels unappreciated in her non-stop world of kids and to do’s. Sophia is laid back to the point of paralysis and cannot seem to assemble the basics of life, including a healthy work/life balance and evolved relationships. When Sophia tells her twin she’s had to cancel her Christmas vacation to stay in San Diego to work, Kaelynn jumps at the chance to flee the frost of Ohio to take her sister’s place. With her sister’s kids with their dad for Christmas, Sophia believes her only job will be to watch holiday movies by the fire. Kaelynn feels confident her demanding day-to-day has prepared her for Sophia’s grinchy boss and flaky friends. Then, reality sets in! With the familiar turned upside down, it will take a Christmas miracle to make it all right again.
The Great Christmas Switch premieres
Saturday, November 6, 2021
at 8pm/7c. on GAC Family
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Saturday, November 6, 2021:
Angie (Fonseca) wonders what her life would be like if she had married a former boyfriend who became a famous sportscaster. She takes the train home to spend Christmas with her family and inexplicably finds herself 10 years in the past. With the advice of the train’s enigmatic conductor, Angie has the chance to revisit that Christmas and learn what – and who – is truly important to her.
Next Stop, Christmas premieres
Saturday, November 6, 2021
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel
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Saturday, November 6, 2021:
When a family faces loneliness and loss of faith, Mrs. Miracle (Rhea) swoops in to renew their Christmas Spirit, and they experience a holiday of heavenly proportions.
Saturday, November 6, 2021
at 10pm/9c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
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Saturday, November 6, 2021:
Lifetime’s Highway to Heaven follows Angela (Jill Scott), an angel sent back to Earth by God, to help others in need. In the premiere movie, Angela assumes the role of a temporary school counselor and finds herself working alongside the principal Bruce (Barry Watson) as she intervenes in the lives of a troubled student Cody (Ben Daon, The Astronauts) and his father Jeff (Robert Moloney, Riverdale/You Me Her) after the tragic loss of Cody's mother, Melissa (Ashley Ross, A Series of Unfortunate Events). As Angela seemingly works miracles with Cody and Jeff, Bruce is in disbelief when he learns of the divine nature of Angela's work.
Highway to Heaven premieres
Saturday, November 6, 2021
at 8pm/7c. on Lifetime
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Sunday, November 7, 2021:
Holiday Movie Preview Show
hosted by Tia Mowry
(If you prefer, you can also watch the preview special, hosted by Tia Mowry, online - here!)
The festivities (at Lifetime) kick off with a preview (show), hosted by Tia Mowry, on Nov. 7, to give fans a taste of the network's mountains of merriment to come. Lifetime's first all new movie premiere begins on Friday, November 12th. See details - here!
It's a Wonderful Lifetime Holiday Movie Preview Show
hosted by Tia Mowry
Sunday, November 7, 2021
at 9am/8c. on Lifetime
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Sunday, November 7, 2021:
Lauren, a hard-working advertising executive, begins to fall for Paul, a consultant she has been paired with to land a big account for the upcoming holiday season. Unbeknownst to Lauren and everyone else, Paul is actually Prince Edward Charles, European royalty in disguise as a commoner.
Christmas With A Prince: The Royal Baby premieres
Sunday, November 7, 2021
at 7pm/6c. on UPtv
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Sunday, November 7, 2021:
After opening a 100-year-old time capsule and meeting a charming chef, Lou (Sparks) questions whether or not she should move to New York after Christmas and further her writing career.
A Christmas Treasure premieres
Sunday, November 7, 2021
at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel
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I’m planning to watch/record all the new Christmas movies above. I was going to choose three favorites, but seriously, I just couldn't narrow it down. Here are my thoughts on all the new ones this weekend...
🎄Gingerbread Miracle on the Hallmark Channel-
Hope it's just as sweet as the poster looks! Love the gingerbread theme!
🎄The Great Christmas Switch on GAC Family -
Love a fun twin switch places story, a la the classic, "The Parent Trap!"
🎄Christmas With A Prince: The Royal Baby on UPtv -
It's the third movie in the series - can't wait to see the adorable royal baby!
🎄Next Stop, Christmas on the Hallmark Channel -
This movie has a "Back to the Future" mini reunion with a time travel story - I'm so there!
🎄A Christmas Treasure on the Hallmark Channel -
This story centered around a historic time capsule sounds intriguing and captivating. Perhaps, it will also involve a little mystery, too, along with Jordin Sparks beautiful singing!
🎄Debbie Macomber’s A Mrs. Miracle Christmas on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries -
It's delightful to see the continuation of the "Mrs. Miracle" series! This one looks emotional and comical, too! While I'm looking forward to this, I do wish they could've played one of the original "Mrs. Miracle" movies with the incredible, Doris Roberts, to honor her memory before this new premiere. She was a wonderful first Mrs. Miracle, and I will always treasure her in that role. I am curious to see how they will carry on the series with this new movie. Will there be any link or mention of the original? I sure hope so!
Would love to know your thoughts, too, on the new movies in comments below.
*Please know- I have NOT pre-screened these NEW Christmas movies listed above. If you happen to watch one of the new Christmas movies this week and want to share whether or not it is a family friendly movie, please stop back by and leave a comment. I know everyone here would be grateful to know any information you are willing to share.
See the 2021 Christmas Movie Review page - *here*!
You can also check out the Christmas TV Movie Schedule - *here*, which includes NEW Christmas Movie Premieres.
I pray you all have a joyous, wonderful weekend!
God bless us, Everyone! Net
SHINING HIS LIGHT:
"Let us not become weary in doing good,
for at the proper time we will reap a harvest
if we do not give up."
Galatians 6:9
Looking forward to Gingerbread Miracle and Next Stop, Christmas - Florence
ReplyDeleteI am so hoping Next stop, Christmas doesn't feature wokeness cause i am really looking forward to it. It looks great, love the actors and actresses and it looks like it will be funny too.
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Thanks, Net! I am looking forward to the GAC Family movie.
ReplyDeleteSorry, but I think they picked the wrong actress for the Mrs Miracle one.
Misty
Misty
Those are my first thoughts too but we'll see - Florence
DeleteWhich of the movies listed above are you looking forward seeing this weekend?
ReplyDeleteI just had to come on here after watching Gingerbread Miracle and say how much I loved it! It was definitely family friendly and as someone who is married to an immigrant from Mexico, it felt extra special. Some of the comments about being first and second generation immigrants and the expectations that are felt were spot on. And while I enjoyed the actor, William Levy, from South Beach Love (he was in one of my favorite telenovelas from years ago), this movie felt much more authentic as well as it feeling like a classic Christmas movie. Most of the movies this year haven't felt as good as years past but this one felt like it! Just had to share how much I enjoyed it!
ReplyDeleteSarah S, Appreciate you sharing this news with us! I'm glad this Christmas movie was especially meaningful for you and your family.
DeleteYour review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
I agree with Sarah S. 100%. I also come from heavily mexican roots, and this is the first hallmark movie I've seen where that part of the story felt truly authentic and I really appreciate that! Even several little details were true to the culture, they did an amazing job -Brother in Christ
DeleteWatched Gingerbread Miracle last night and very pleased to say it is family-friendly!!! It was a super SWEET movie, Merritt Patterson and the lead guy were real good together. There was lots of Christmas and Gingerbread, it made me really hungry :) I'm not a huge Merritt Patterson fan, only a few of hers I watch every year, but this is now one of them!! I enjoyed this movie from beginning to end! Highly recommend!
ReplyDelete-Brother in Christ-
Brother in Christ, That is wonderful news! I so appreciate the time you take to come back and share with all of us. It truly means so much for so many individuals and families... Bless you!
DeleteYour review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
It makes me sad that we have to leave reviews now, merely 2 years ago we never had to do that :( I'm so grateful for all the work you put into this, last year we were caught off guard by one of the not so nice ones. After that we would always check your website to see which ones we needed to skip. We screen or check here before entire family watches together now, so if I have good or bad news on a movie, I try my best to leave a comment here, I'm glad we can all help each other out :) -brother in Christ
DeleteWhat wonderful news! Family friendly! I recorded Gingerbread Miracle to watch later because I wanted to be sure there were no surprises. I am a fan of Merritt Patterson. She always looks so sweet. Thanks Sarah S. and Anonymous for the news.
ReplyDeleteWe watched "Gingerbread Miracle" tonight based on the excellent reviews it received. We loved it and especially enjoyed the focus as the end on the Mexican Christmas tradition of Las Posadas and welcoming Mary and Joseph as they search for a room in Bethlehem. It is a heartwarming story of family, faith, love, Christmas miracles, and amazing Mexican food.
ReplyDeleteSad to say that A Mrs. Miracle Christmas has a same sex couple near the end. You do not see this coming! I was so into this movie, and wham...there it is!! It's subtle. A child watching would probably not even recognize what this was. The story is intense and funny. Paula Shaw stole the show! Rhea was good, but she's not Doris Roberts.
ReplyDeleteJoyce, Thank you for being the first to stop in and share this news. I must say, I am surprised on this one and disappointed. I had such high hopes for this story. Paula Shaw is one of my favorites. She was so incredible in Five Star Christmas last year.
DeleteI posted your review to the main movie review page to inform others:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
Thank you for sharing with us. Bless you, my friend!
This is completely disappointing. I had held the semi expectation that all the HMM Christmas would be clean because they had yet to ruin this channel. I was hoping that Hallmark would leave us a family-friendly station to count on since they’ve ruined the original channel. I was never completely comfortable with watching a new movie on either channel, but I felt I had a bit more security with the M&M station. I think it was absolutely disrespectful of them to ruin this long-awaited return to the Mrs Miracle franchise that everyone was looking forward to. All I can say is, GAC, you’d better step it up and outdo Hallmark so we can remove their household name! And GAC better NEVER “change with the times” (Eye roll).
DeleteI watched A Mrs. Miracle Christmas early this morning, and much to my disappointment this movie is not family friendly as it does include a sane sex couple. Unfortunately, yet another movie ruined by the counter culture agenda
ReplyDeleteSarah B.
Sarah B, I share in your disappointment. I think the network is making a major push this year, and I personally believe they will be pushing more viewers away.
DeleteI truly appreciate you sharing with us.
Your review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
Net, just curious. Do movies count in ratings if you DVR them and delete before watching. I have recorded a couple this year before reading reviews here, which I really appreciate, and then find out they are not family friendly. I then delete after reading reviews before watching. Hopefully they don’t get credit for a movie not worth watching. Especially I hope the advertisers get the message. Thanks again for all you do and for all that share their reviews.
DeleteJoCo, Okay, this is my understanding on DVR recordings... from what I hear they do count recording a show on your DVR or TiVo towards their ratings.
DeleteHowever, they calculate in these ways:
Live Only
Live +SD (Same Day)
Live +3 days
Live +7 days
It's much better for ratings if you watch a show live; so they most likely know when you erase it without watching, too.
Anyway, this is the information I've seen. If others know something else I would love to hear further details.
How could Hallmark add a lesbian couple at the door of a church? This is a new low for Hallmark. I watched Mrs. Miracle Christmas and it was a beautiful story, and all the actors were great, but Hallmark had to snub all Christians and our Lord. This will not end well for Hallmark.
ReplyDeletekitkat, Amen! That is really upsetting they would do this. Christmas is a religious holiday and they should be respecting our faith, but instead they are pushing the world's woke ideology in our faces.
DeleteThis one saddens me even more than all the others.
Next Stop Christmas was a nice surprise. It is family friendly, thank God. I loved this movie! This is a keeper!
ReplyDeleteWonderful to hear, kitkat! Thank you for watching & reviewing so many movies for us over the weekend - bless you!
DeleteCan't wait to see this one! :)
Yay! So excited! We’ve been waiting to hear about this movie because the entire family was interested in it! Woo-hoo! That’s why they added that disgust to Mrs Miracle. They can’t go a weekend without that garbage in their movies.
DeleteNet, we are in a spiritual war. Lines have been drawn. Either we stand for Jesus or we are lost. Christians are hated by the world because we are not of this world. We win!
ReplyDeletekitkat, Amen, again! This is a time like no other. It seems good is bad and bad is good - in the world's perspective. I'm firmly holding onto my faith through all of this, and it's a blessing to have friends like you who feel the same.
DeleteAmen KitKat!!!!! Hallmark Movies are NOT the center of what Christmas is about JESUS CHRIST OUR SAVIOR is! Sadly, this liberal world has forgotten that!
DeleteNo matter how successful they think they are they will pay for all of this and be declared the absolute losers at the day of judgement.
Deletekitkat and Net, I think our faith is being tested like never before! I am so grateful for the two of you, and other Christians that visit this site, because it helps me remain strong in my faith and realize that we can rely on each other through these unsettling times!
DeleteNet, we know that you are being attacked by outsiders who do not share our values, but always remember that your IAWM family is behind you and ready to help you in whatever way we can!
Last night I came across the following quote from Hallmark actress Alicia Witt, which I think perfectly describes what we are all hoping for:
Delete"Our challenge is to rise up and know that we can be a beacon of light to everyone around us. I imagine a world where hate is answered by love, where fear is answered by hope, where the flames of violence are answered with peace, (and) where disagreement is answered by discussion, compassion and openness."
I am personally going to replace the word "imagine" with "pray for" and then make the last sentence one of my prayers every morning.
Mark 25, Your message means more than words can say. God bless you and thank you for your incredible friendship! I'm so grateful for you and this caring and supportive IAWM family!
DeleteSorry to say, but I thought The Sister Switch was very boring. I didn't get why they would switch places. It also didn't seem very Christmasy. Looking forward to the next movie, though.
ReplyDeleteI saw some of Next Stop, Christmas and it started off good, but then just seemed to lose steam at the end. The end was so blah.
Misty
Misty, I appreciate you sharing your honest reviews with us and not sugar-coating them. Some movies appeal to us more than others, sometimes.
DeleteThank you so much for taking the time to share! :)
Your review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
What a treat to watch Next Stop, Christmas last night. Lea Thompson and Chris Lloyd were perfect for their roles. The movie was family friendly, which can no longer be counted on as the norm for HM. Huge fan of BTTF movies so it was a pleasure to see Thompson and Lloyd together again. The film had a little of the feeling of Polar Express too. Fun film for the entire family.
ReplyDeleteThank you, anonymous, for this delightful review. I added it to the main movie review page. If you would like your name attached to it in some way just let me know.
DeleteHow fun to hear that this movie had a little Polar Express feel... I love the train portion of that story.
Thank you for sharing with us! :)
Your review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
I only watched a couple of movies this weekend, but I enjoyed all that I watched.
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I'm seeing it has already been shared, I should've just waited to see reviews, I knew i was going to love this one, so it broke my heart that A Mrs. Miracle Christmas was not friendly, it was the last one I was expecting to do this. The movie was AMAZING up until the end, the main characters were very talented and the story was so sweet and different than what we are used to. And than in THE LAST 3 MINUTES OF THE MOVIE, their plan worked, you've watched the entire movie already so you can't not support it now, so they throw in their agenda for ABSOLUTELY no reason at all. So sad, especially because it was very, very, very, very good until then.
ReplyDeleteOnto the good news!!! Next Stop, Christmas was absolutely perfect! It was family-friendly and it was SO good. No doubt my favorite this year so far. It might even reach my all time favorite list too, it was a lot of fun! All of the characters were amazing and the story was not only fun and comedic, but also very heartwarming. This was one of my most anticipated ones this year, and it did not dissapoint! Will probably watch at least 3 more times before the year is over lol
-brother in Christ-
Brother in Christ, Thank you for sharing with us the good and the bad this weekend. I wonder if they are not taking in to account that many will not re-watch these movies again that go against their moral beliefs and certainly, they won't be purchasing the DVDs. They are apparently willing to get their message across no matter the cost. So sad.
DeleteGreat to hear how much you enjoyed Next Stop, Christmas! I'm really looking forward to watching this movie now.
Your reviews have been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
Happy monday. I did get to watch a few movies:
ReplyDeleteI will talk about this movie 1st cause it was GAC Family, and it was a movie I was surprised i liked so much. The Great Christmas Switch!!!! I do usually like the twin sister switch movies, but when i saw the preview, the blond hair the 2nd sister had looked so bad, i didnt know if i could watch the entire movie with the bad wigs. But i decided to give it a try. As I was watching, i was apprehensive cause the sister that was married's husband was spending time with the sister switch so I was like "where are they going with this" and being so used to Hallmark, i said "wait a minute, give this a try cause this is GAC Family". I was glad i did.
All I liked from the Great Christmas Switch--1st and foremost, that a married couple was having problems and looked like they could be headed for divorce, BUT worked it out and talked and I was so happy. We all know life isnt perfect, but i love to see married couples work things out. Loved that Sophia moved to Ohio to be with her sister and her sisters family. Loved Sophia's relationship with the kids. Loved that Kaelynn could see she was so rigid and perfect and didnt want to be anymore. She could see that was one reason why her marriage was struggling. I liked this movie a lot.
Next Stop, Christmas. LOVED Lyndsy Fonseca, she is so witty, funny, beautiful, and so good. Enjoyed Chandler Massey although i don't know any of his work before. I did see Lyndsy on Y&R back in the day, but haven't watched Days since i was a kid. so I don't know his work, but I really enjoyed him a lot. The movie wasnt bad or good, just ok to me. I liked all the acting, i think i just knew how the movie was going to go, pretty much she rides a train back 10 years and she has to decide if she is happy in her current life or if she maybe missed something. I think her and Ben were cute together, but she hadn't given him a 2nd thought for 10 years, so I didn't believe they were in love. I believed he loved her, but not she loved him. They were childhood friends that grew up together and he had a crush on her, and thats all.
It felt a lot like they were trying to be back to the future, like she had to do something from the 1st party to get her parents to decide to not go down the road of divorce. and the golden ticket, it was missing round trip, like the picture from back to the future kept fading away the kids like they were never born cause george and lorraine never got together. It just felt they were trying to capitalize on the back to the future and Doc and Lorraine, and wrote an ok story.
Takeaways--the acting by all was great. The cast was great. The storyline, ok, and I didn't believe she loved Ben at all.
Was watching beginning of Ms Miracle last night and was almost going to record, but glad i didnt from what i read. Just wondering if anyone that read the books, if the same sex relationship characters were in the book? Cause if not, i know this might tick off someone, but that was straight up for the woke factor and NO OTHER reason. That did not ADD anything to the movie at all.
Sabrina
Sabrina, Thank you so much for taking the time today to share these fantastic, detailed reviews from the movies you watched over the weekend.
DeleteFirst, good to get your take on "The Great Christmas Switch," and I'm happy to hear how much you enjoyed it. And, it's nice to know your thoughts on "Next Stop, Christmas," too.
That's an interesting thought about Debbie Macomber's book. I have a feeling that was a new addition for the movie; however, this may also influence future book sales for her. Excellent point you made, Sabrina!
Net, heard from someone higher up that the lesbian scene was not written by Debbie Macomber but added by someone. Don't know if she gave approval or not. Hallmark won't respond to the question so far.
ReplyDeleteThank you for that info Kitkat. I know Hm is about inclusion now, but adding that same sex story to the end and when it was not in the books, was ONLY to be woke, it wasn't inclusion, it didn't add anything of value to the story. It was to take a challenging subject of a family trying to have a baby and adding in wokeness. Hallmark thinks they are being funny by adding in the end of all of these movies like Taking the Reins. But it is sneaky and they should be ashamed.
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Interesting. I think many Debbie Macomber readers were surprised because she is a religious woman. When writers sell their work, the script is out of their hands.
DeleteI remember when Debbie Macomber was on Home & Family one time and she made deviled eggs, but she made sure to call them "angel" eggs. She said something like they wanted to leave the devil out of it. It was cute, but you knew she was a woman of faith who truly meant it.
DeleteBy the way, we also call them "angel" eggs in our home, too!
I watched A Christmas Treasure last night and happy to say it is family friendly. But...it's not that great of a movie. The best part was Jordin singing Oh Holy Night! Not much chemistry between the leads. Not one I will be watching over and over.
ReplyDeleteJoyce, Thank you for being the first to review "A Christmas Treasure." I will look forward to hearing Jordin singing "Oh Holy Night" - what a beautiful song!
DeleteBy the way, I've also noticed some of the other pairings/chemistry have been off this year, too. My feeling is - when we've seen some of these regulars with other actors that have been spectacular - it's hard to compare and meet that same expectation. For instance, Lacey Chabert has been phenomenal with Brennan Elliott and Will Kemp - so I'm not so sure how this new one will go, but we'll see here - very soon! :)
Thank you so much for sharing!
Your review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
I have just watched "Highway to Heaven". It was such a good, family-friendly and heartwarming movie. I didn't watch the original "Highway to Heaven" series, but this one was very good.
ReplyDeleteWonderful to hear your review for "Highway to Heaven." I caught just a little of this one and looked interesting. It is nice to see Lifetime taking a turn and doing these inspirational type stories from time to time. I sure hope they plan to do more of them.
DeleteI shared your review here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/09/a-look-at-lifetime-this-fall-and-christmas.html
I so appreciate you sharing with us! :)
Net, first off, thank you so much for all the work that you do here. Your sight brightens my day! That said, I must be honest and say that I will not watch any of the new HM movies. What a shame that Mrs. Miracle was ruined at the very end, and it would be my guess that Debbie Macomber did not approve this. Unless it is a tried and true family-friendly movie (Crown for Christmas, Let it Snow, Dashing through the Snow or any movie prior to 2020), I will not be watching. It's so sad because it was such a wonderful respite for over two months, 24/7. I do not have GAC, but I think I will wait until next year to become financially invested in it. Maybe I can trade HM with that with my cable company. Going off topic for a moment, I do love Chesapeake Shores, and so far, it's been kept family friendly. But the moment it does not (and I fear if renewed, no doubt this will happen), I will no longer watch that either.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you, Net, and all your fans here!
Savvy Girl, I'm getting that same feeling regarding Chesapeake Shores. No matter what Hallmark chooses, I'm certain this season was my last.
DeleteAnd, as far as Christmas goes... I'm honestly feeling really uncertain about any of the new ones. I try to be hopeful, but this season has been one disappointment after another. If this continues, then they will lose me for good, as well.
I will miss seeing your reviews this Christmas season, Savvy Girl, but I completely understand. God bless you, too!
I agree with everything you have said! I’m honestly surprised Chesapeake shores was clean. This will be my last year for Hallmark and GAC doesn’t offer enough to pique my interest. Maybe in the future they will do more. They just better stay family-friendly. It’s encouraging to see fellow believers stand up for right!
DeleteNet, I’m sorry this has happened and you are losing blog material, but I know you will come up with a replacement. Maybe start suggesting classic movie playlists. Nothing like the oldies!
Next Stop, Christmas was great! Best one so far this year, not that I’ve watched many! Family-friendly and funny! The ending was a bit confusing, but definitely worth the watch!
DeleteAnonymous, To your first comment, I'm in total agreement. I'm feeling this is my last with Hallmark, too. They have strayed further away from my personal beliefs, and I don't feel at ease watching their movies any more, which is supposed to be the whole reason for watching a movie in the first place - one should feel relaxed and the experience should be enjoyable. But unfortunately, it's not any more, for the most part. I'm not worried about blog content, but I am concerned about the world today. Things are changing so fast - morally, politically, financially... the list goes on and on. I will continue to stand up for what is right, and I'm blessed by others who are standing along with me. Perhaps, if their ratings fall even further, then they, eventually, will see the error of their ways.
DeleteThank you for your comment! Blessings to you! :)
Anonymous, Thank you so much for sharing your fun review for "Next Stop, Christmas!"
DeleteYour review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
Sadly, I think the woke world doesn’t care. I think there intention is to ruin all that’s good no matter the cost. At least we know who truly is in charge.
DeleteReview: Gingerbread Miracle
ReplyDeleteFamily-friendly: Yes
Keeper: Yes
I very much enjoyed this movie and how they incorporated immigration into the plot. Merritt Patterson has become one of my favorite "newer" Hallmark movie regulars, and she didn't disappoint in this one. A keeper for me.
Mark 25,
DeleteThank you for posting this great review for Gingerbread Miracle! It's so nice to hear how many of you enjoyed this one. I like Merritt, too! She's a little bit more low-key in her personality, but she seems warm and likable.
Your review has been posted to the Movie Review page here:
https://itsawonderfulmovie.blogspot.com/2021/10/which-2021-christmas-movies-made-its.html
I started watching the Coyote Creek movie with Ryan Paevy and there are 2 Lesbians in it and it showed up early in the movie. I was so upset and knew I wanted to turned it off and I did. Has anyone else seen it?
ReplyDeleteJudy, Yes, others also stopped by to alert us to this story line in "Coyote Creek Christmas." Be sure to visit the Movie Review page (link below) for more reviews like this. So sorry this has been upsetting for you. I hope the review page will be helpful to you in the future.
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If I do happen to catch one or two, that are approved here first :), I'll be happy to send you my review. Thank you, Net!!
ReplyDeleteSavvy Girl, That would be wonderful! We would appreciate any review you would like to share. Blessings to you! :)
DeleteReview: Next Stop, Christmas
ReplyDeleteFamily-friendly: Yes
Keeper? Definitely
This is my favorite new Christmas movie so far this year. Although, like many time-travel movies, if you look too closely you will find many holes. But that said, I really enjoyed this movie primarily for two reasons: 1) It had some comedy in it. I love it when these movies include some comedic bits (which is why The Most Wonderful Time of the Year is my all-time favorite), and this one had me chuckle many times. 2) Lyndsy Fonseca. I was not familiar with her at all before this movie, but this looked like a role she was born to play! Great timing, and her facial expressions (astonishment, confusion, etc.) were right-on. I hope we see a lot more of her. And then throw in the always-great Christopher Lloyd, and you have a real winner here!
Mark 25, I agree! This movie is different. Many good moments! I need laughter these days too. Overlook the holes Mark 25. Just enjoy.
DeleteMark 25, I am so happy to hear how much you liked this movie! My brother is a huge "Back to the Future" fan - so I can't wait to tell him this is a good one!
DeleteAlso, nice to hear it has some great comedy. You know, these are all supposed to romantic comedies, but most of the time they aren't very funny. By the way, I still love "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year," too. One (of many) of the best parts - is when they catch the "light guy" stealing.
Anyway, I'm heading off track, but good to hear this one was a winner with you! :)
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I'm surprised no one has commented on A Christmas Treasure. They edited the lyrics of "O Holy Night" and left out "when Christ was born." Hallmark is falling apart at the seams and I think I'm going to just collect the older movies on my DVR and be done with them. Previously I didn't mind sifting through bad films to find good ones, but actively deleting God is where I draw the line.
ReplyDeleteOh my! That is appalling! Christmas is a religious holiday and if they are going to sing a religious Christmas Carol, the words should not be changed to fit their secular mold. That is truly unforgivable.
DeleteI wish I could say I am surprised, but they also did this years ago in another movie on Hallmark. Surprise! Surprise!
That movie was the period film - "An Old Fashioned Christmas." I noticed something very odd in the lyrics to the same song "O Holy Night." He replaced the Name of Christ, with the word, He.
He instead sang: Oh night, when "He" was born.
It was very offensive that the lyrics would be changed and the name of Christ would be removed from this very beautiful and old fashioned Christmas Carol. I even researched the lyrics to the song and found it written originally with the name of Christ included. They purposely removed it.
And... I'm so sorry and disappointed to hear this has happened again. I do appreciate you sharing this with us. Thank you!
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Wow that is so sad, I was looking forward to that one too, after hearing some reviews. Now I dont think Im going to watch, especially since I'm pretty sure Jordin Sparks sings that front and center, so the lyrics won't be in the background, very sad. thank you so much for sharing! -brother in Christ
DeleteOnly movies we have liked so far are A Gingerbread Miracle and Next Stop, Christmas. Like others, I too am getting tired of Hallmark and their anti-God agenda. Also, either watching and having to stop and delete or finding out from this site that the movie is destroyed by their agenda against God. I feel sorry for them on Judgement Day. To late to repent then. I think this will probably be our last Christmas for watching Hallmark. Haven't seen anything so far that we will by on dvd except maybe the two mentioned above. Still hoping for Return to Christmas Creek, Christmas Bow, Finding Christmas, Window Wonderland, Christmas Land, Sharing Christmas, Twelve Gifts of Christmas, Farewell Mr. Kringle, Thanksgiving House, Chasing Leprechauns and Love in Paradise to come out on dvd. Also, On the Twelfth Day of Christmas. To bad Hallmark felt it necessary to go down The Wide Road to Destruction. Praying they see the Light and change their ways. RG
ReplyDeleteRG, Thank you for sharing such strong values with us. Bless you! It is quite sad to see the direction they keep heading. I hope ratings will help them to see how viewers feel about this. Love what you said about "Praying they see the Light and change their ways." - Amen to that!
DeleteAlso, I do hope we see lots of the old movies you mentioned on DVD - someday! Still enjoy many of the classics, when Hallmark was at it's best.
Would it be weird if they make a new Crossword Mysteries movie around Christmas time and it would be called Crossword Mysteries: Christmas?
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