Tag Archives: magical

The Search for Santa Paws (2010) Rated G

Posted on November 2, 2022 by laurarachel4

A couple of magical dogs and Santa’s elves team up with two children to rescue Santa who’s lost his memory. Starring Kaitlyn Maher, Madison Pettis, and Richard Riehle. This film looks like it would be a loveable Christmas mystery with … Continue reading →

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Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) Rated PG

Posted on September 7, 2022 by laurarachel4

Kubo must locate a magical suit of armour that was worn by his father. Starring Art Parkinson, Charlize Theron, and Brenda Vaccaro. This film has great animation and visual effects but lacks in storytelling. The story is slow to evolve … Continue reading →

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The Good Witch’s Wonder (2014) Rated TV-G

Posted on January 22, 2022 by laurarachel4

Cassie looks for a lost family memento. Starring Catherine Bell, Chris Potter, and Hannah Endicott-Douglas. This film revolves around Cassie’s stepson Brandon as he plans his marriage to his fiancée. While the wedding is moved up, Cassie hires a new … Continue reading →

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Matchmaker Santa (2012) Rated TV-G

Posted on September 15, 2021 by laurarachel4

 As a little girl, Melanie Hogan wished for her own Prince Charming with a love affair like her parents had. Starring Lacey Chabert, Florence Henderson, and John Ratzenberger. This is one of those cute, silly Hallmark films, but it wasn’t one … Continue reading →

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Finding Neverland (2004) Rated PG

Posted on May 5, 2021 by laurarachel4

  The story of J.M. Barrie and his friendship with a family that inspired Peter Pan. Starring Johnny Depp, Kate Winslet, and Julie Christie. This film brings to life the events and lives that inspired Peter Pan. Barrie is wonderfully … Continue reading →

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The Snowy Day (2016) Rated TV-Y

Posted on January 3, 2021 by laurarachel4

Peter goes on a magical snowy walk to Nana’s house to bring home Christmas eve dinner. Based on the book by Ezra Jack Keats. Starring Laurence Fishburne, Donielle T. Hansley Jr., and Regina King. This isn’t the most Christmassy themed … Continue reading →

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Magic Stocking (2015) Rated NR

Posted on August 29, 2020 by laurarachel4

A young widow’s daughter gets an old Christmas stocking at a craft sale. The girl believes it’s magical, but her mother does not. Starring Bridget Regan, Victor Webster, and Iris Quinn. This is one of those untraditional Hallmark Christmas films. … Continue reading →

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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) Rated PG

Posted on March 29, 2019 by laurarachel4

Four kids travel through a wardrobe to a magical world led by a kingly lion. Based on the book by C.S. Lewis. Starring Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, and William Moseley. I know, I’ve said this before, but I am not … Continue reading →

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The Oogieloves in the Big Balloon Adventure (2012) Rated G

Posted on October 28, 2018 by laurarachel4

The Oogieloves set out to find five magical balloons to make a friend’s birthday party extra special. Starring Misty Miller, Stephanie Renz, and Malerie Grady. This has to be the worst kids movie I’ve seen. The characters perform acts that seem … Continue reading →

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Freaky Friday (1976) Rated G

Posted on September 30, 2018 by laurarachel4

A mother and daughter both wish to walk in each other’s shoes and find that they’ve switched bodies for a day. Starring Barbara Harris, Jodie Foster, and John Astin. I’ve never seen this movie before. I’ve just watched it for the … Continue reading →

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