Surprisingly, it doesn't completely have the Hallmark stink!
The dialogue is as generic as it gets, but the try-hard effort is somewhat.. charming. It has a homely cozy feeling to the way it was made, but never incompetent. And the developments from the concept of "where's waldo" throughout several XMAS events is novel enough to warrant a recommendation! Although, every time someone started to recite words of wisdom or opened up or anything at all happens.. noticeable-inspirational-background-music started, I just had to laugh.
The main attraction are the three awkward-teacher-friend leads, that made this more enjoyable than I would have ever expected from the trailer.
It's funny that the main lady wasn't as likeable.. And while I quite liked the Math Teacher Ava's weird but very quirky personality (totally my type), Stella became my favorite when she sang (yes, you have a musical bit). Depressingly endearing, constantly rolling her eyes and having the more grounded personality! She's good, but in a very realistic manner.. and I can't help but admire her. Anyway, they run around supporting a fated-encounter, a love confession, and a desire to fight back for what they love.. as well as nourishing their declining friendship (or so they mention).
It was fun and has that spirit-lifting air. And while every time the two "business guys" were together on screen, I got deeply sad.. I still consider it a win.
The dialogue is as generic as it gets, but the try-hard effort is somewhat.. charming. It has a homely cozy feeling to the way it was made, but never incompetent. And the developments from the concept of "where's waldo" throughout several XMAS events is novel enough to warrant a recommendation! Although, every time someone started to recite words of wisdom or opened up or anything at all happens.. noticeable-inspirational-background-music started, I just had to laugh.
The main attraction are the three awkward-teacher-friend leads, that made this more enjoyable than I would have ever expected from the trailer.
It's funny that the main lady wasn't as likeable.. And while I quite liked the Math Teacher Ava's weird but very quirky personality (totally my type), Stella became my favorite when she sang (yes, you have a musical bit). Depressingly endearing, constantly rolling her eyes and having the more grounded personality! She's good, but in a very realistic manner.. and I can't help but admire her. Anyway, they run around supporting a fated-encounter, a love confession, and a desire to fight back for what they love.. as well as nourishing their declining friendship (or so they mention).
It was fun and has that spirit-lifting air. And while every time the two "business guys" were together on screen, I got deeply sad.. I still consider it a win.