The Christmas Choir

Peter (Jason Gedrick) is a workaholic accountant who doesn't see his warped focus, truly, until his fiancee breaks their engagement. Citing his seeming want for "different things", the split, nevertheless, sends Pete to a drinking establishment. Its there that he listens to a fine pianist/singer, who invites the accountant to his home in an act of friendship. But, whoa, his "home" is a shelter run by determined Sister Agatha (Rhea Perlman) and the family is a group of down-and-out souls who have lost hope. As expected, Peter's eyes are opened and his evolution begins. Wanting to do something to better the men and earn them some money & a better self image, Pete starts a men's choir for the approaching holidays. Although only a few show up for the first practice, the number grows and a new lady of Peter's acquaintance suggests they sing in the subway waiting area. This runs afoul with city ordinances but, after an official tryout, the choir performs near the rails. But, with continuing estrangement from his own father and some ups and downs, can Peter and the chorus do good this year? This movie is the embodiment of what Christmas means, showing kindness to others and giving the gift of love not expecting anything in return. Gedrick is very nice as the changed man as is Perlman as the feisty nun. All other cast members, sets, script and direction are way above the average, too. If you need to rediscover the true meaning of the holidays, watching this film is an excellent way to begin.