Believe

I guess I just did not like the premise that peoples troubles are always someone else's fault. Since when have Americans thought that They are owed something or that charity is their right. Whole premise sadly rubbed me the wrong way.

It seems Matthew's family left a trust fund to pay for a annual Christmas pageant. He also owns a financially struggling manufacturing business. The trust fund had expended all the money for the Christmas pageants so Matt goes to the town council meeting to explain the dilemma. The mayor and town council blame him for the fund being exhausted. Apparently, they think it's Matt's responsibility to harvest a magical money tree to replenish the trust fund. As his business is unable to afford to keep all his employees on full time pay, they go on strike, apparently assuming the union can sustain strike pay. The details are in the movie.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. It was very touching and had a very good message. The characters were very likable (especially the kid). This movie made me laugh and cry. I highly recommend it. I actually made an account just to review this movie! I don't know what's up with the terrible review talking about "do you hate poor people?". They obviously didn't watch much of the movie to be left with that impression. This movie is not bashing the poor!

The kid was a little tough to take; was tempted to fast-forward through the scenes, he was on the screen.

This was really a cute and moving movie. Rich people get an awaking just like bitter people (i.e. the one who gave this one star). The movie is moving and engaging. Not corny, but for real with a real and believable situation that happens too often. All involved (good guys/girls and bad guys) gave outstanding performances. No it's not an Academy Award type film, but should be recognized for what it is ... great holiday story telling you can believe in!