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Jolly Good Christmas

  • TV Movie
  • 2022
  • TV-G
  • 1h 24m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
2K
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Jolly Good Christmas (2022)
ComedyHolidayRomance

David (Kemp) is an American architect who recently moved to London for a prime opportunity in a prestigious firm. With just three days before Christmas, he must still purchase a gift for his... Read allDavid (Kemp) is an American architect who recently moved to London for a prime opportunity in a prestigious firm. With just three days before Christmas, he must still purchase a gift for his girlfriend, who also happens to be the boss' daughter. While out shopping, David crosses ... Read allDavid (Kemp) is an American architect who recently moved to London for a prime opportunity in a prestigious firm. With just three days before Christmas, he must still purchase a gift for his girlfriend, who also happens to be the boss' daughter. While out shopping, David crosses paths with professional shopper Anji (Shetty), who raises an eyebrow over his choice of a ... Read all

  • Director
    • Jonathan Wright
  • Writer
    • Ron Oliver
  • Stars
    • Will Kemp
    • Reshma Shetty
    • Callum Blue
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    2K
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    • Director
      • Jonathan Wright
    • Writer
      • Ron Oliver
    • Stars
      • Will Kemp
      • Reshma Shetty
      • Callum Blue
    • 43User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Will Kemp
    Will Kemp
    • David Burnside
    Reshma Shetty
    Reshma Shetty
    • Anji Patel
    Callum Blue
    Callum Blue
    • Callum
    Su McLaughlin
    Su McLaughlin
    • Nalini Patel
    Sophie Hopkins
    Sophie Hopkins
    • Charlotte Fitzsimmons
    Amerjit Deu
    Amerjit Deu
    • Sirish Patel
    James Faulkner
    James Faulkner
    • Simon Fitzsimmons
    Montana Manning
    Montana Manning
    • Emily
    Jules Knight
    Jules Knight
    • Ethan
    Martin Miller
    Martin Miller
    • Edgar
    Oona Kirsch
    • Katherine Fitzsimmons
    Matt Ray Brown
    Matt Ray Brown
    • Alan
    Melanie Wilder
    Melanie Wilder
    • Deirdre
    Maryhee Yoon
    • Receptionist
    Charlie Carter
    Charlie Carter
    • Coopersmith
    Skyla-Chi Khamjani Wilson
    • Coin Kid
    • (as Skyla Chi Khamjani-Wilson)
    Andrea Vasiliou
    Andrea Vasiliou
    • Jewellery Clerk
    Gary Tushaw
    • Luggage Clerk
    • Director
      • Jonathan Wright
    • Writer
      • Ron Oliver
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    8TheLittleSongbird

    A jolly good time

    'Jolly Good Christmas' (2022)

    Opening thoughts: The 2022 Hallmark Countdown to Christmas block was a very mixed bag at best, though better than the Christmas Movies and Mysteries one. Of the previous Countdown to Christmas films, there were a couple of good ones such as 'A Kismet Christmas' but also a couple of disappointing ones such as 'A Cozy Christmas Inn'. Did like the concept for 'Jolly Good Christmas', so there was potential.

    Potential that was thankfully lived up to. Not only is 'Jolly Good Christmas' easily the best of the 2022 Countdown to Christmas films up to this point it is also one of the best of the entire block. Also consider it one of the best 2022 Hallmark films, not just the Christmas ones (probably the first above good one) but overall. Was really pleasantly surprised how good it was and recommend it without hesitation.

    Bad things: Getting the not so good things out of the way (bear in mind my couple of criticisms may be interpreted as nit-picky), the ending for my tastes was a little too rushes and tidy. Which is not uncommon for Hallmark, and was one of the more frequent issues this year for them.

    Also thought that the music at points was a little too loud and intrusive.

    Good things: However, everything else in 'Jolly Good Christmas' is good to great. It is elevated hugely by the charming and likeable lead performances of Will Kemp and Reshma Shetty, it is nice too to see non-Hallmark regulars in the lead roles once in a while and this is proof that non-Hallmark regulars are capable of good performances. Their chemistry is very witty and sweet, never coming over as strained and it is used just right. The supporting cast are very solid in roles that could have been too stock but just about weren't.

    Furthermore, it is well made, with it being slickly shot and clearly loving the lovely location. Never did the editing come over as choppy. As well as the script, a high point is the script, which sparkles in wit, with the plentiful comedy never feeling forced and the less comedic parts not falling into over sentimentality. The story is pure light hearted fun and is full of charm and warm heart, it didn't feel dull and despite having typical elements and tropes it felt surprisingly fresh.

    Closing thoughts: Overall, a jolly good time.

    8/10.
    8LeoMarvin88

    A Jolly Good Christmas

    Will Kemp is usually good but this movie he suffered from BadAccentitis. I found myself parroting the phrases or words that sounded really ridiculous. Was the accent New Yorker or Southern? I have no idea. I would have been very happy to have both leads be British. He could have been British born, states raised and now returned. Whatever I'm hyper focusing.

    Overall, the movie is pleasant. Other than the fake accent, I like both leads. Love the London Christmas setting, it makes up for fact that there are only like 5 characters total. I'm happy we saw a little dancing from Mr. Kemp, but I was hoping for a waltz.
    LuLuBelleJ

    Loved London, but just meh.

    Bravo to Hallmark branching out into London more! Give me ALL the UK, European locations you can throw at me! -especially at Christmas time!

    Unfortunately, it was difficult watching Will Kemp do an American accent; I would have raised my review 2 stars if it was Brit! The actress who played Anjali was adorable, but her being a chronic hustler was not very appealing. That said, the storyline lacked appeal. All Hallmark had to do was watch a couple Michael Damian movies for inspiration. Europe is magical at Christmas time, and so much more could have been done with this great location and great cast, but unfortunately, I felt let down. Storyline/teleplay was slow and not very romantic. It was a mere 5 for me, and I did want so much to love it.

    -Did I mention that dismal "American" accent? Poor Will Kemp...
    omijer

    Could really have been a jolly good christmas

    How sad that the wonderful, attractive and so talented Will Kemp was so mis-used in this film. The story was clever, sweet, and adorable! The views of London were thrilling, and the young woman lead actress was beautiful and charming and quite a good actress.

    All that said, my only focus has to be on how poorly Will Kemp was portrayed in this romantic story. Will is a ballet dancer. He has phenomenal physical grace and presence. He moves, he holds his body, his head in the most classic and lovely manner. To have him portrayed here as an American with almost a ridiculous script to follow, was a sheer waste, and almost an insult to this very lovely, talented man.

    The phony American accent he had to use was so distracting, and so poorly pronounced, it was painful to watch him go through that script. Why could he simply not have been British?

    I wonder if the Hallmark actors have any input or say into the characters they portray. If Will Kemp is simply under contract and has to do what he is "assigned" to do, poor fellow. This was so far beneath his skill set and his lovely personal image.

    All that aside, this was a charming story. The young woman lead was perfect in every scene. Kudos also to the actors portraying her parents.

    The only problem with all of it was the poor use, the sheer mis-use of the wonderful Will Kemp. Next movie, please, some dignity for this lovely man, and maybe even some dancing. He is a phenomenal as a dancer and an actor. Look back at Royal Matchmaker.

    Hallmark, let's be a bit more kind to him. When such stunning grace and talent is available, why not use to the fullest and show us what you've got?
    7wayfind

    Good Chemistry, Strange American Accent

    Overall, I found this movie charming. I love the gorgeous and very likeable Will Kemp, and Reshma Shetty is beautiful. Her character in this movie was quite natural and relatable, and I thought the chemistry between the two was great. It was easy to see how love could grow between these two,

    The trouble I had, which constantly distracted me, was that poor Will Kemp was really struggling with the American accent. (He is British.) I'm not sure if his character was supposed to have been a New Yorker, born and bred, but he often sounded as if he came from the most "flat 'a'" regions of Minnesota.

    The accent was really a little bit all over the place, but not only that - The character's speech was simply written strangely, as if the writer was doing his best to imagine how an "American guy" might speak.

    I've noticed that Australians seem to understand us Americans, our activities and our speech patterns pretty well. The British and Canadians, however, seem to think American males are all cowboys, hayseeds or frat boys, and overly casual even in the most formal situations.

    Just as an example, when the Will Kemp character meets the female lead's parents and they ask if he is an architect, he replies, "Uh-huh." They ask him another related question and he again says, "Uh-huh." !!! In my world, a man who has attained the level of education of a successful architect would not be uncouth! When speaking with an older couple he had just met, he would reply with, "Yes, I am," - or even "Yes, Sir," especially if he's from the American South - but never "uh-huh!"

    In another scene, he meets a man who is going to interview him, and when the man says, "Hello," the Will Kemp character actually replies "Hey." What??!! The writer must think we Americans are inclined to just throw our jackets over a chair, take our shoes off and pop open a beer, no matter what the setting or situation.

    Mr. Kemp also seemed to have some trouble simply moving as an American man would normally move...which is "normally!" We don't really wag our heads around or walk differently from the Brits or anyone else.

    Before I lay all this on Will Kemp, I have to note that it might have been the director forcing him into some of this.

    (I was an amateur stage actress for decades, and the director can make or break you, and has the power to make you look and feel foolish. As much as you might plead, "I don't think the character would ever do this," what the director says usually goes. I had many great directors whose direction I trusted completely, though. I'm just speculating. Hate to blame Will if it's not his fault!)

    Aside from these annoyances, it really is a pretty good movie. I got to see a lot of scenic London, and as I mentioned, there was a sweet chemistry between the two leads. Did I mention Will Kemp is gorgeous? (Ha! Sorry. Couldn't help it.)

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      First Hallmark movie set in London UK.
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      Anji's car has a road tax disc which have not been in use in the UK for several years.

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    • Release date
      • October 29, 2022 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • Canada
    • Official site
      • Hallmark Channel
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • A Very Merry British Christmas
    • Filming locations
      • Covent Garden, London, England, UK(filming location)
    • Production companies
      • Hallmark Media
      • Leif Films Media
      • Moviehouse Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 24m(84 min)
    • Color
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    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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