Written by Luke Barnes
Summary
A single father, played by Romany Malco, must get his family through a tough time in the lead up to Christmas as they go from haves to have nots.
A lot of these low budget Christmas films that I have been watching recently have mostly left me cold, but this one was slightly, and I do mean slightly, above the rest.
The main reason for this elevation is Malco as the leading man, not only do we root for him but we also really buy into his struggles. Part of the reason why Malco’s character in this film works is because he is so relatable and humble. He never comes off as smug or self-righteous as often many of the characters in these sorts of films do, but instead he feels like a family man who will do anything for his kids.
The plot has been done before and there are no new surprises or subversions thrown in, it very much is what you see is what you get. The ending is also exactly what you would think it would be and in that regard I am not complaining as I thought it was fairly fitting, but throughout the rest of the film it does become somewhat tediously obvious.
Overall, a slightly better than average low budget Christmas film.
Pros.
Malco
The ending
A few funny moments
Cons.
It is predictable
The child actors/ teen actors are awful
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