Category Archives: Family

Once Upon a Christmas (2000) Rated G

Posted on March 28, 2016 by laurarachel4

Santa’s daughter is trying to prove to her dad that christmas spirit still exists. So, she tries to transform a single dad and his kids into the christmas spirit that they lacked. Starring John Dye, Kathy Ireland, Mary Donnelly-Haskell This … Continue reading →

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Valentine Ever After (2016) Rated TV-G

Posted on March 16, 2016 by laurarachel4

When a couple of socialites go away for a cushy weekend they end up in a bar brawl and working community service at a ranch. Starring Autumn Reeser, Eric Johnson, Vanessa Matsui Autumn Reeser has become a hallmark staple in … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Legacy (2015) Rated PG

Posted on March 9, 2016 by laurarachel4

A privileged young man must change his ways to receive his inheritance. Starring  Raquel Welch, Doug Jones, Brian Dennehy, Logan Bartholomew, Myko Olivier, Katie McClellan. This was the worst of the three films in this Hallmark series. A bad case of … Continue reading →

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Window Wonderland (2013) Rated TV-G

Posted on February 3, 2016 by laurarachel4

Two co-workers vie for their dream job as window dressers. Starring Chyler Leigh, Paul Campbell, Naomi Judd, Cameron Mathison. I loved this film. Leigh and Campbell have such wonderful chemistry together. Of course, I have a soft spot for Campbell … Continue reading →

Posted in 2013, Canadian Films, Christmas Films, Comedy, Family, films, Hallmark Movies, Movie reviews, movies, Rated TV-G, reviews, Romance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

We Bought A Zoo (2011) Rated PG

Posted on February 1, 2016 by laurarachel4

A family struggling after the loss of their wife and mother moves to Southern California to buy a zoo. Based on the memoir by Benjamin Mee. Starring Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Thomas Haden Church, Elle Fanning. This great, feel-good film … Continue reading →

Posted in 2011, Based on a True Story, Comedy, Drama, Family, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated PG | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Finian’s Rainbow (1968) Rated G

Posted on January 18, 2016 by laurarachel4

A mysterious Irishman comes to a small southern town to bury a stolen pot of gold, hoping that it will grow. Unbeknownst to him, the leprechaun he stole it from follows him to get his gold back. Based on the … Continue reading →

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I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (2002) Rated PG-13

Posted on January 7, 2016 by laurarachel4

 A boy catches his mother kissing a man in a Santa suit. Thinking Santa wants to replace his father he goes about making sure Santa isn’t welcome in their home. Starring Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse This … Continue reading →

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Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors (2015) Rated TV-G

Posted on January 1, 2016 by laurarachel4

Based on Dolly Parton’s true story of her coat of many colors. It’s a story of faith, love and family. Starring Alyvia Alyn Lind, Jennifer Nettles, Ricky Schroder, Gerald McRaney. Wow, well done! I thought this film was going to … Continue reading →

Posted in 2015, Based on a True Story, Drama, Family, films, Movie reviews, movies, Rated TV-G, reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Angels and Ornaments (2014) Rated NR

Posted on December 26, 2015 by laurarachel4

A woman wishes for romance at Christmas, and an angel shows up at door.  She must then decide between the man she is seeing and the friend who has always been there. Starring Jessalyn Gilsig, Sergio Di Zio, Graham Abbey, … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014, Canadian Films, Christmas Films, Family, films, Hallmark Movies, Movie reviews, movies, Rated NR, reviews, Romance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Beverly Hills Christmas (2015) Rated PG

Posted on December 25, 2015 by laurarachel4

A guardian angel must help a spoiled, rich teenager to learn the value of people. Starring Ravin Spangler, Donna Spangler, Brandon Tyler Russell, Dean Cain. Ugh, another failed attempt to convert a good story into a worthwhile film.  These Up … Continue reading →

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