Winter Castle - a Hallmark Channel Original "Winterfest" Movie starring Emilie Ullerup & Kevin McGarry

MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: Winter Castle

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: January 5, 2019

If you like the winter coats Emilie and Kevin are wearing above,
see where to get them below!

CAST:

Emilie Ullerup ... Jenny
Kevin McGarry ... Craig
Meghan Heffern ... Lana
Habree Larratt ... Sara
Melanie Mullen ... Meg
Justine Eyre
Richard Nash
Roger Dunn
Jon McLaren

PLOT:

Storyline via Hallmark: When Jenny attends her sister’s winter wedding at an ice hotel, her heart melts over the best man, the problem is he unexpectedly brings a “plus one,” seemingly dashing her hopes for a wintery romance.



WHERE to FIND Emilie Ullerup & Kevin McGarry's Coats seen in the Movie:

Both Emilie & Kevin are wearing coats by the brand Mountain Warehouse. (Click the links below for more details.)

Emilie is wearing the Mountain Warehouse Isla II Womens Insulated Down Jacket / Winter Coat.

Kevin is wearing the Mountain Warehouse Bracken Extreme 3 in 1 Mens Jacket / Winter Coat.

(Sizing and Color options may be limited.)


Movie Review:

As Hallmark wedding movies go, “Winter Castle” is the “ICE”ing on the cake!

It is very (*shivering from the cold*) Nnnn”ICE”!!!!

With this Winterfest movie set in an actual Winter Ice Castle, (brrrr!!!) everything about this movie was magical, whimsical, enchanting, and cold! You almost expected to see Elsa, Anna, and Olaf there, as it very much looked like a scene right out of Disney’s princess animated fairytale, ‘Frozen.’

In this Hallmark movie, Jenny, (Emilie Ullerup) a children’s storybook editor, attends her sister, Meg’s wedding with the thought in mind, that she has not achieved either her work or relationship goals; however, this is not your ordinary wedding venue. Instead, the bride and groom have chosen a destination wedding at an ice hotel – where dreams seem to magically come true!

Playing matchmaker, Meg, who is starry eyed bride and very much in love herself, decides to pair her sister Jenny up with the best man, Craig, (Kevin McGarry) who is a single father. When Jenny and Craig meet at the castle, before being introduced, there is an instant attraction, sparks!, BUT just when everyone thinks Craig and Jenny will be the perfect match, there’s a big surprise in store- when they realize Craig has brought his own plus one, a lady friend, Lana. Is their relationship... romantic? friendly? platonic? Everyone speculates!

Not only was the potential romantic story in "Winter Castle" intriguing and cute, I also found myself completely mesmerized by the beauty of the hotel, carved into artistic ice sculptures. Each room was an incredible work of art, with images of polar bears and princesses. I also found it amazing to see the combination of fire and ice. (How does that work?) Jenny also finds her inspiration from the ice hotel and writes her own story set there.

In the meantime, wedding plans are set in motion, and Craig, as best men, and Jenny, as maid of honor, are constantly running into one another in and outside of the ice hotel. It’s obvious to everyone, even poor Lana, the instant connection they have and the bond Jenny is developing with Craig’s daughter, Sara. However, Craig is an honorable man and feels indebted to Lana, who has been there for him and his daughter since his wife passed.

Jenny and Craig seem to “let it go” (a definite “Frozen” theme) as they celebrate Meg and Tony’s wedding. Jenny’s only desire, at that point, is to set everything aside and focus on her sister on her big wedding day and make this the best day possible for her. So sweet. Jenny is such a likeable, joyful character. (A side fashion note: I loved Emilie Ullerup’s gorgeous loosely swept elegant braid at the wedding, as it, too, was reminiscent of Elsa, from “Frozen.” Such a nice touch!)

Emilie Ullerup  - image: Hallmark Crown Media
Animated Elsa from Frozen - image: Disney 

Is happily-ever-after, in the end, a possibility for Jenny and Craig in this Magical Winter Castle? Will Jenny’s ice castle children's story be good enough to publish?

I think you will enjoy this delightful Hallmark happy ending!!!



See or Skip:

Absolutely see "Winter Castle!" You'll want to cozy up in your favorite blanket and enjoy this N-ICE Hallmark movie! It's perfect for family viewing!


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*Images Credit: ©2018 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Courtesy of Johnson Productions Group

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Merry Christmas!

My prayer is for His peace and joy to fill each of our homes this Christmas!

For myself and my family, Christmas is so much more than Santa Claus, reindeer, elves, presents, and such…
no, Christmas, as it is said in the Grinch cartoon, “Maybe Christmas, perhaps... means a little bit more!” Indeed, it means A Lot More!

Christmas is receiving the first, most holy gift ever given over two thousand years ago... our Savior, Jesus Christ, born of His mother Mary, in a manger.

"And she shall bring forth a Son, and thou shalt call His name JESUS: for He shall save His people from their sins."

Matthew 1:21

We decorate and light up our trees, with a star on top, in honor of that first Christmas- when the Light of the World came, to outshine all the darkness!

"O little town of Bethlehem

How still we see thee lie

Above thy deep and dreamless sleep

The silent stars go by

Yet in thy dark streets shineth

The everlasting Light

The hopes and fears of all the years

Are met in thee tonight

And gathered all above

While mortals sleep, the angels keep

Their watch of wondering love

O morning stars together

Proclaim the holy birth

And praises sing to God the King

And Peace to men on earth

How silently, how silently

The wondrous gift is given!

So God imparts to human hearts

The blessings of His heaven.

No ear may hear His coming,

But in this world of sin,

Where meek souls will receive him still,

The dear Christ enters in.

O holy Child of Bethlehem

Descend to us, we pray

Cast out our sin and enter in

Be born to us today

We hear the Christmas angels

The great glad tidings tell

O come to us, abide with us

Our Lord Emmanuel"

As we gather with family, friends, and loved ones this Christmas Season... some will be seated right next to us, while others will be ever present in our hearts and memories!

These vintage Christmas card images bring to mind cherished Christmas movies for me... family gatherings and singing Christmas carols, year after year, with friends and family! Oh the joy of Christmas is a treasure we each hold in our hearts, a gift that is ours, if only we choose to receive Him!

"Hark! the herald angels sing,
Glory to the newborn King:
peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled!
Joyful, all ye nations, rise,
join the triumph of the skies;
with th'angelic hosts proclaim,
Christ is born in Bethlehem!

Hark! the herald angels sing,
Glory to the newborn King"

Christmas Movie Reminder:

As the children excitedly await Santa's arrival, I hope you have time to watch some of your favorite Christmas movies! Here are a few more NEW ones on TV, still to be seen...

Friday December 22, 2017:

Rocky Mountain Christmas

Storyline via Hallmark: A broken-hearted New York interior designer retreats to her family’s dude ranch in Colorado for the holidays, but the arrival of a movie star... Click Here to Read More...

See the Premiere of Rocky Mountain Christmas

Friday December 22, 2017

at 9pm/8c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Saturday December 23, 2017:

Christmas Getaway

Storyline via Hallmark: When a reservation mix-up at a mountain resort forces a newly-single travel writer to share a cabin with a handsome widower and his precocious daughter over the holidays, their lives are transformed... Click Here to Read More...

See the Premiere of Christmas Getaway

Saturday December 23, 2017

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Monday Christmas Day! December 25, 2017:

Winter Wedding

Storyline via UP: When Hallie and Lucas get engaged, they quickly begin planning the tropical beach wedding of their dreams. But the happy couple starts to get caught in family drama when both sets of parents can’t seem to agree on anything. Adding to the turmoil... Click Here to Read More...

See the Premiere of Winter Wedding

Monday Christmas Day! December 25, 2017

at 7pm/6c. on UP

Monday Christmas Day! December 25, 2017:

When Calls the Heart:
The Christmas Wishing Tree

Storyline via Hallmark: It’s Christmastime in Hope Valley and the town is abuzz over the introduction of the Wishing Tree, with all the townspeople eagerly placing their wishes on its branches in the hopes they’ll be granted. Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) wishes for... Click Here to Read More...

See the Premiere of When Calls the Heart: The Christmas Wishing Tree

Monday Christmas Day! December 25, 2017

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

*See the Christmas TV Schedule for times on these movies and more!

Among all the New Christmas Movies, you may also want to see these family favorites... White Christmas, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street, Meet Me in St. Louis, The Waltons "The Best Christmas," I Love Lucy Christmas Special, The Santa Clause, Prancer, plus new Hallmark Channel movies from Christmas Eve to Christmas Day, the Happy Yule Log, Holiday Homecoming with Jewel, and the Christmas Parade on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and on Christmas Eve Night... it’s the traditional, beloved classic It’s a Wonderful Life!

The Christmas Story

Luke 2 - King James Version

2 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)

5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

Many Blessings to all of you who visit here
at Christmastime and all year through!

☆May the true spirit of Christmas,☆
♫the echo of the carols,🎶
🎄and the lights of the trees~🎄
bring happiness and joy into your lives,
hearts, and home...
this Christmas Season and in the New Year- 2018!

Have a truly Blessed,
Merry Christmas, Everyone!!! Net

"Glory to the New Born King!"

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Winter Wedding - an UP Christmas Movie Premiere!

MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: Winter Wedding

Also Known As: Wedding Wonderland

Network: UP

Original Air Date: December 25, 2017

image via: Marvista

CAST:

Andrea Bowen ... Hallie Reynolds
Nick Bateman ... Lucas Pierce
Brooke Butler ... Quinn Cotton
Adam Senn ... Leif Pierce
Susan Walters ... Deidre Reynolds
Jane Sibbett ... Marilyn Pierce
Bruce Thomas ... Holden Pierce
Jordan Murphy ... Duncan Reynolds
Nosheen Phoenix ... Gina
Dawn McCoy ... Barbara
Brie Mattson ... Lexi
Thomasina Gross ... Mara
Jessa Settle ... Daria
Piper the Dog ... Deidre's Dog

On set WINTER WEDDING with cast Bruce Thomas, Jane Sibbett, Nick Bateman,
writer/director: Jake Helgren, Andrea Bowen, Brooke Butler, Adam Senn,
Susan Walters, and Jordan Murphy

PLOT:

Storyline via UP: When Hallie and Lucas get engaged, they quickly begin planning the tropical beach wedding of their dreams. But the happy couple starts to get caught in family drama when both sets of parents can’t seem to agree on anything. Adding to the turmoil, their destination is completely booked and the next available spot is over a year away. Not wanting to wait, they decide to have their ceremony at Lucas’ mountain lodge in the snow. Their love is tested when the stress of keeping everyone happy gets to be too much.



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UP Gifts Viewers with a Christmas Day Movie Premiere!

image via: Fly Free Films
Movie has been re-named Winter Wedding for UP!

I don't know about you, but I certainly love unwrapping Surprises! UP has added another New Christmas Movie to their "We Get Christmas" Holiday Line-up and it's coming - December 25th!


Details via UP Press Release:

Winter Wedding (UP Premiere Movie) – Monday, December 25 at 7 p.m. ET
(previously known as "Wedding Wonderland," as seen in poster above!)

Storyline: When Hallie and Lucas get engaged, they quickly begin planning the tropical beach wedding of their dreams. But the happy couple starts to get caught in family drama when both sets of parents can’t seem to agree on anything. Adding to the turmoil, their destination is completely booked and the next available spot is over a year away. Not wanting to wait, they decide to have their ceremony at Lucas’ mountain lodge in the snow. Their love is tested when the stress of keeping everyone happy gets to be too much.

Starring: Andrea Bowen (Desperate Housewives) and Susan Walters (The Vampire Diaries, The Young and the Restless)

On set WINTER WEDDING with cast Bruce Thomas, Jane Sibbett, Nick Bateman,
writer/director: Jake Helgren, Andrea Bowen, Brooke Butler, Adam Senn,
Susan Walters, and Jordan Murphy

See more of UP's New Christmas Movies - Here + Here!