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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Happy MAY 25th - 7 Months 'til Christmas! 🌟 Hallmark Patriotic Christmas Movies to #MarkThe25th - SEE HERE:


 πŸŽ„ Merry *Mark the 25th*! πŸŽ„




On each 25th day of the month, here at *It's a Wonderful Movie*, we highlight this special day as we Countdown to Christmas!

Since we are just days away now from the Memorial Day holiday, I decided to make a list of Hallmark Christmas movies with a military theme and choose one to watch.

If you'd like to join in - to celebrate the day - all you have to do is choose something Christmassy to watch TODAY! It doesn't have to be from the list below. It can be a Christmas movie, cartoon, family sitcom or anything you like. (There's only one stipulation - it must be family friendly.) Then, please share in comments below your Christmas choice for the day! I can't wait to hear what you picked!




Hallmark's Patriotic Military-Themed Christmas Movies:

*The Christmas Card (2006)
*The Christmas Note (2015)
*Journey Back to Christmas (2016)
*Operation Christmas (2016)
*Christmas Homecoming (2017)
*Home for Christmas Day (2017)
*Christmas at Holly Lodge (2017)
*A Veteran’s Christmas (2018)
*Return to Christmas Creek (2018)
*Write Before Christmas (2019)
*Christmas Under the Stars (2019)
*Holiday for Heroes (2019)
*A Homecoming for the Holidays (2019)
*Time for You to Come Home for Christmas (2019)
*Deliver by Christmas (2020)
*The Christmas Doctor (2020)
*USS Christmas (2020)

Plus, from Lifetime…
*A Welcome Home Christmas (2020)

If you can think of another Patriotic Christmas Movie, please share in comments below...



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I am personally choosing my pick to *Mark the 25th"...

I chose this movie, not only because I love the way it honors our military, but I also enjoy the enriching stories and heartfelt community Grace discovers after returning home from her time in service.

The movie features two wonderful Hallmark stars - Sean Faris and Eloise Mumford, who previously starred together in "Chistmas with Holly." By the way, Eloise Mumford will also be starring in an upcoming Hallmark *Summer Nights* movie - "The Baker's Son."


*A Veteran's Christmas is available on DVD separately, in a Christmas DVD collection and through Amazon Prime Video.

If you are looking forward to the Christmas movies airing on TV this week and in June & July - see the Christmas Movie Schedule - *HERE*!

If you'd like to join in our *Countdown to Christmas* event, please share your *Mark the 25th* Christmas pick in comments below!

Joyous Blessings to You All! Net






Monday, February 15, 2021

Binge Watch the HALLMARK ROM-COM-A-THON and HALL OF FAME MARATHON on this Holiday!


For any special occasion, Hallmark always gives a little extra, even when holidays (nearly) collide or even after one holiday is officially over on the calendar.

On this President's Day, you can set your DVR or Binge Watch either the Rom-Com-A-Thon all day Monday on the Hallmark Channel or you can watch a full day of Hallmark Hall of Fame movies on Hallmark Drama - leading up to a viewer-favorite, tissues needed, Valentine movie! See my movie review for this special Hallmark Hall of Fame movie and all of the movie marathon details below...


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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021:

The ROM-COM-A-THON
MOVIE MARATHON

Continues ALL DAY MONDAY
on the Hallmark Channel



Tune in Monday for a romantic movie marathon of classic Hallmark movies!

Rom-Com-A-Thon Schedule:


Dater's Handbook - 9:00 AM

A woman changes her personality according to a dating guide book to find a husband but realizes the man she wants is the one who loves her for who she is.

Love in Store - 11:00 AM

Two rival home shopping hosts are forced together while competing for a promotion. Along the way they find their on-air chemistry kindles an off-air spark.

A Dash of Love - 1:00 PM

When an aspiring chef lands an assistant job at her idol's restaurant, she's convinced her big break is just around the corner. After a rocky start, she befriends the handsome executive chef and they begin bonding in the kitchen.

Valentine Ever After - 3:00 PM

Big city girls Julia and her best friend Sydney take a trip to a dude ranch in Wyoming for a fun weekend getaway, but after a brawl at the local bar, the girls are sentenced to stay in town and perform community service.

All Things Valentine - 5:00 PM

Avery, a blogger, was ready to give up on love when she takes her dog to the vet and meets handsome veterinarian, Brenden. What Avery doesn't know is that Brenden's ex-girlfriend broke up with him because of Avery's advice column.

All of My Heart - 7:00 PM

A young caterer's life suddenly changes when she inherits a country home and learns she must share it with a career-obsessed Wall Street trader. Sparks fly when they have to work side-by-side.

The Secret Ingredient - 9:00 PM

Small-town baker, Kelly, gets a big surprise when she is invited to compete on a Valentine's Day baking show in New York City - and an even bigger surprise when she runs into her ex-fiancΓ©.




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Hallmark Hall of Fame
Movie Marathon

on Hallmark Drama



Movie Schedule:

In From the Night - 7:00 AM

A writer (Marcia Gay Harden) forms a compassionate bond with her nephew (Taylor Handley) after the troubled teen runs away from his parents.

A Smile as Big as the Moon - 9:00 AM

A special-education teacher is determined to make sure his students get a chance to attend space camp. Overcoming unbelievable odds, he achieves amazing results.

Beyond the Blackboard - 11:00 AM

A 24-year-old first-time teacher overcomes her initial fears and prejudices to make a difference in the lives of the homeless children she teaches in a shelter's makeshift classroom.

Front of the Class - 1:00 PM

Based on the true story of Brad Cohen, who, after being challenged by Tourette's syndrome from a very young age, defies all odds to become a gifted teacher.

Loving Leah - 3:00 PM

When Leah's husband Benjamin dies suddenly, Benjamin's brother Jake is stunned to learn he is expected to marry Leah to carry on the name. Jake suggests to Leah that they get married and maintain a secretly platonic relationship.

Pictures of Hollis Woods - 5:00 PM

Having run away from a succession of foster homes, a 12-year-old girl resorts to desperate measures to stay with the eccentric retired teacher who's made her feel like she's finally in the place where she belongs.

The Russell Girl - 7:00 PM

Sarah Russell, the picture-perfect girl-next-door, took a job in Chicago thinking she could escape memories of a tragic accident that she blames herself for. But when she receives some unsettling news, Sarah returns home.

The Lost Valentine - 9:00 PM

Susan Allison, TV reporter, receives a sentimental news assignment: the story of Caroline Thomas, who has waited 60 years for her pilot husband; declared missing in action during World War II, to return to her.




My Movie Review of "The Lost Valentine":
(May contain a few early spoilers, but not the ending.)

"The Lost Valentine" is a beautiful touching reminder of how precious love is!

THANK YOU to all of our Service Men and Women - past and present. GOD Bless You All!

The World War II generation is a lovely setting for the love story of Neil and Caroline. As Neil is leaving with the Navy on a train - Caroline rushes to find him - and hands him a red envelope. Inside Neil finds a sweet Red Valentine shaped as a heart... written on it is a message telling him to keep it close to his heart and bring it home to her.

Betty White portrays Caroline, as an older woman now - recalling her love story with Neil, to Susan (Jennifer Love Hewitt), a TV Reporter. Neil was reported as Missing in Action those many years ago- and since that time, Caroline has returned every year on Valentine's Day to the train station to wait for him.

While Susan is following Caroline and Neil's love story - she is realizing herself, the meaning of true love. Her boyfriend, a nature photographer, has just proposed, and taken off again on another excursion halfway around the world. He often places his own needs and pleasures ahead of hers. Lucas, Caroline's grandson (Sean Faris), is altogether different. As a physical therapist, he is always helping others... as well, as being there for his grandmother. Susan instantly finds herself drawn to Lucas... and he to her.

This movie is a beautiful story of lasting love til the very end.

Tissues absolutely needed!


See or Skip:

See! "The Lost Valentine" is timeless love story!

*NOTE: There is nothing offensive in this movie, except there is one scene near the end I will caution for children, depicting war violence. This movie probably would not be entertaining for most younger viewers, anyway. In my opinion, "The Lost Valentine" is better suited for a mature pre-teen to adult audience - and could be used as a great historical lesson. The feedback I received after this film originally aired was incredible, so I know many viewers enjoyed this movie, whether they were looking back at their own, their parents, their grandparents, or even their great-grandparents generation!


DVD / Prime Video:

The Lost Valentine is available on DVD and Streaming Video - *Click Here*!"


Hope you enjoy watching the movie marathons!

Have a Blessed Day! Net


Tuesday, May 26, 2020

πŸŽ„πŸ’• May your *MAY* Days be *Merry & Bright* with Hallmark's Christmas Movies this Week! #Hallmarkies πŸŽ„πŸ’• DETAILS HERE:


Merry & Bright DVD - available at Amazon
Click Here for current price

The weather may be heating up, but we can still cool off with a little Christmas on Hallmark!

Check out this week -

🌟Kevin Sorbo has a secret identity in "The Santa Suit!"

🌟Hallmark honors our military with Eloise Mumford and Sean Faris in "A Veteran's Christmas!"

🌟Jodie Sweetin and Andrew Walker light up Hallmark's Christmas movies with "Merry & Bright!"

See details on theses movies below...



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Hallmark Drama's
"Home for the Holidays"
classic Christmas movie feature is...
"The Santa Suit"
on Wednesday, May 27th at 9pm/8c..

image: Hallmark Crown Media

Storyline via Hallmark: Drake Hunter, the president of Hunter Marketing, has the perfect plan to boost sales for his father's toy company over the holiday season--hire department store Santas to promote his father's merchandise. When the real Santa Claus turns Drake into a Santa lookalike, Drake finds himself working as a dress-up Kris Kringle to make ends meet. Stripped of power and position, Drake discovers the importance of honesty, compassion, and respect as he helps an unprivileged girl enjoy the magic of Christmas.






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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
"Miracles of Christmas"
classic Christmas movie feature is
"A Veteran's Christmas"
on Thursday, May 28th at 9pm/8c.

image: Hallmark Crown Media

Storyline via Hallmark: Honorably discharged from the Marines, Grace is driving to Cincinnati, when her jeep breaks down, and Judge Joe Peterson offers his guesthouse until it’s repaired. As they spend time together they fall in love, but Grace worries Joe isn’t over his ex, Marnie, and Joe must decide if he should move to Chicago to be a District Court Judge. If he does, Grace sees no reason to accept a job heading the town’s Search & Rescue. Overhearing Joe talking to Marnie, Grace is brokenhearted, and leaves, until Joe unleashes a surprise that could make Grace stay in River Crossing forever.







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Hallmark Channel's
"Countdown to Christmas"
classic Christmas movie feature is
"Merry & Bright"
on Friday, May 29th at 8pm/7c.

image: Hallmark Crown Media

Storyline via Hallmark: Cate is the CEO of Merry & Bright, a struggling small-town candy cane factory. Gabe is a New York consultant tasked with saving the company. With Christmas approaching, Gabe travels to the town, only to find Cate resenting his efforts to restructure her business. Though they initially clash, they soon develop feelings for each other. But when Gabe urges her to accept a high-profile investor’s suggestion to abandon the traditional methods of her business, Cate parts ways with him. On Christmas Eve, Cate wonders if she’ll manage to save her factory and if she’ll ever find a holiday romance again.







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I hope you enjoy all three Christmas movies - airing on all three Hallmark networks!

My Christmas Movie Pick of the Week:

"A Veteran's Christmas!" I love the lightheartedness of the sweet little town of River's Crossing, and how they all come together to make Christmas special for Grace, a veteran of the Marines. Eloise Mumford (Grace) and Sean Faris (Joe, the town's judge) are such a sweet pairing. Their chemistry is just as spot on in this movie as it was in "Christmas with Holly!"

"A Veteran's Christmas" is definitely one of those movies that makes you feel good inside and gives American viewers a sense of pride in our country and those who serve, human and canine!

Do YOU have a special TOP Christmas Movie Pick of the week? If so, please share in comments below...

Also, be sure to check my Christmas TV Schedule for even more Christmas movies airing in June!

Blessings to You All, Net




Friday, October 26, 2018

A Veteran's Christmas - a Hallmark Movies & Mysteries "Miracles of Christmas" Movie starring Eloise Mumford and Sean Faris!


MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: A Veteran's Christmas

Network: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Original Air Date: November 11, 2018

*This movie premieres on Veteran's Day. On this day and every day, I want to extend my deep gratitude and respect to every member of our military, past and present. Thank you for keeping the peace and giving us our freedom. Please know, I am praying for YOU! May God always Bless America!








CAST:

Eloise Mumford ... Captain Grace Garland
Sean Faris ... Judge Joe Peterson
Amanda Lisman ... Katie
Jenna Weir ... Addison
Mary Long ... Aunt Nellie
Jacob Blair ... Sheriff Cooper
Paula Barrett ... Fran
Richard Waugh ... Uncle Roy
Miriam McDonald ... Marnie Radcliffe
Richard Fitzpatrick ... Colonel Michael Radcliffe
Jess Brown ... Sheri
Tony Craig ... Reverend Terry
Gage Graham-Arbuthnot ... Tyler
Mark Sparks ... Discharging Officer
Nathaniel Brubacher ... Corporal
Yvonne Davidson ... Dorothy
Joseph Drinkwalter ... Lawrence
Kathryn Feige ... Barbershop Singer #1
Colleen Harrison ... Barbershop Singer #2
Bonnie-Sue Bonell-Dowdall ... Barbershop Singer #3
Theresa Hunka ... Barbershop Singer #4







PLOT:

Storyline via Hallmark: Honorably discharged from the Marines, Grace is driving to Cincinnati, when her jeep breaks down, and Judge Joe Peterson offers his guesthouse until it’s repaired. As they spend time together they fall in love, but Grace worries Joe isn’t over his ex, Marnie, and Joe must decide if he should move to Chicago to be a District Court Judge. If he does, Grace sees no reason to accept a job heading the town’s Search & Rescue. Overhearing Joe talking to Marnie, Grace is brokenhearted, and leaves, until Joe unleashes a surprise that could make Grace stay in River Crossing forever.




Movie Review:

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*images via: Hallmark Crown Media Family Networks
Credit: ©2018 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Shane Mahood

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

HALLMARK CHRISTMAS MOVIE NEWS for RYAN PAEVEY, CHRISTINA MILIAN, ELOISE MUMFORD, SEAN FARIS, and MORE!


Christina Milian image via: mirror. uk . com
Ryan Paevey, Eloise Mumford, and Sean Faris - images via Hallmark Crown Media

EXCITING HALLMARK CHRISTMAS MOVIE NEWS!

ET has announced FOUR more Hallmark Christmas films for the 2018 Holiday Season…


Memories of Christmas - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Starring: Christina Milian and Mark Taylor

Storyline via ET: “Milian will play Noelle, who was raised by the queen of Christmas. When she inherits her late mother's house, she finds out that her mother had been hiring someone to decorate it, Dave (Mark Taylor). The deal is off, but Dave convinces Noelle to let him carry on the tradition. As the display goes up, Noelle’s defenses start to come down. She embraces the town’s Christmas Gala that was her mother’s legacy, finds unexpected love, and develops a joy for the holidays that she never thought possible.”


A Majestic Christmas - Hallmark Channel

Starring: Jerrika Hinton and Christian Vincent

Storyline via ET: Hinton will be “playing Nell, an architect who goes back to her hometown after being tasked with turning her hometown's historic playhouse, which has been home to the annual Christmas tableaux, into a modern multiplex, much to the resident's objections. When she meets the new owner of the theater, Connor (Vincent), his vision and ideas clash with Nell’s. Since Connor hasn’t had much experience celebrating Christmas, Nell hopes that if she can give him a crash course in Christmas during the town’s Twelve Day Festival, that he might just change his mind about modernizing the Majestic.”


Hope at Christmas (wt) - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Starring: Ryan Paevey and Scottie Thompson

Storyline via ET: "Recently divorced, Sydney (Thompson) decides to spend Christmas in a house she inherited with her daughter. As Sydney begins to spend more time at the local bookstore, she meets a teacher, Mac (Paevey), who also fills in for the town Santa. Mac tries to make Christmas wishes come true, and this year Sydney is at the top of his 'nice' list. As a new opportunity with the bookstore unfolds, Mac helps Sydney open herself up to life, love and believing in the spirit of Christmas again."


A Soldier's Christmas - Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Starring: Eloise Mumford and Sean Faris
(They also starred together in the 2012 Hallmark Hall of Fame Christmas movie, “Christmas with Holly.”)

Storyline via ET: “Mumford plays Captain Grace Garland, a decorated U.S. veteran who returns home after two tours of Search and Rescue in Afghanistan. When Grace finds herself stranded in the town of River’s Crossing a couple weeks before Christmas, the local judge Joe Peterson (Faris), offers her a place to stay on his property and takes it upon himself to show Grace everything she has been missing; Christmas, family, community and love.”

*information above via ET, Entertainment Tonight.


Looks like four more wonderful Christmas movies to add to our lists!

Does one movie in particular sound most intriguing to you? I'm thinking "A Soldier's Christmas," which reunites Eloise Mumford and Sean Faris, sounds especially nice and patriotic. Please share your thoughts in comments below.

Joyous Blessings! Net

Friday, May 5, 2017

Stay in and enjoy New Movies on TV this First Weekend of May!!!



Saturday May 6, 2017

Catch one of PixL's past films - Premiering for the first time on Hallmark...


*PLEASE NOTE: This Premiere Showing on the Hallmark Channel on Saturday, May 6th - IS AIRING in the MORNING at 11am/10c. NOT a Primetime Showing!

("Romantically Speaking" first premiered on PixL in 2015.)

Storyline: "A young lady who has grown up with her father being a radio DJ, becomes one herself. Falls in love and hosts a 'Romantically Speaking' show." Click Here to see more...

Saturday May 6, 2017
at 11am/10c. on the Hallmark Channel


On Saturday night, see the Premiere of an All New PixL Movie...

 

Storyline: "A man and his wife ditch the distractions of technology to repair their strained relationship." Click Here to see more...

Saturday May 6, 2017
at 9pm/8c. on PixL



Sunday May 7, 2017


Amy and Ty come to a crossroads in their lives on the next...

Heartland


Heartland Storyline- Episode "New Horizons": When Amy and Ty reach a difficult decision about their future, the Heartland family grapples with the implications of their choice.

See the next new episode of Heartland
Sunday May 7, 2017
at 7pm/6c. on UP
(Repeats same night at 8pm/7c.)



May you all have a Wonderful first Weekend in May!

Saturday, May 6, 2017 is also the 143rd running of the Kentucky Derby! I just love the beautiful Horses, the stunning Hats, and the song My Old Kentucky Home touches my heart every time I hear it!

We've had so much rain, here in the Mid-west, but thankfully not anywhere near the flooding, as some areas across the Heartland. My heart and prayers certainly go out to them and to those who have been devastated in the South with storms and tornadoes.

Blessings to you all...
Be safe and take care, Net

Thursday, April 27, 2017

PixL Movie "The Joneses: Unplugged" starring Mischa Barton and Sean Faris - Also Known As: "Love Unplugged" - Premiering on UPtv!


MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: the Joneses: unplugged

Network: PixL

Original Air Date: May 6, 2017

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NEW Movie Title: Love Unplugged

Network: UPtv

Original Air Date: September 27, 2020








CAST:

Mischa Barton ... Rebecca Jones
Sean Faris ... Matthew Jones
Markie Post ... Tawney
Alyssa Diaz ... Peggy Redmond
David Ogden Stiers ... Ralph Wilson




PLOT:

Storyline: A man and his wife ditch the distractions of technology to repair their strained relationship.


Movie Review:

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Friday, January 13, 2017

"An Uncommon Grace" - a Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Original Movie


MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: An Uncommon Grace

Network: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Original Air Date: February 12, 2017







CAST:

Jes Macallan ... Grace Conner
Sean Faris ... Levi Troyer
Kelly McGillis ... Elizabeth Conner
Pamela Daly ... Claire Miller
Cory Scott Allen ... Deputy Small
Neil Mulac ... Owen Peterson
Amber Hutchins ... Dr. Allen
Isabel Young ... Sarah Miller








PLOT:

Storyline via Hallmark: Grace Connor, a military nurse formerly stationed in Afghanistan, hopes that moving to a farm in rural Ohio will help her recover from the ravages of war. Levi Troyer finds his pacifist beliefs challenged when he discovers his stepfather has been killed and his mother wounded by an unknown intruder. Levi and Grace are thrown together when she comes to his family's rescue and saves his mother's life.


Movie Review:

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*Images Credit: Crown Media Family Networks