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The Art of Christmas

  • TV Movie
  • 2022
  • 1h 24m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
452
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Brigitte Kingsley and Joe Towne in The Art of Christmas (2022)
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After her latest gallery exhibition literally goes up in flames, struggling artist Liv James accepts a teaching job at a local elementary school to make ends meet.After her latest gallery exhibition literally goes up in flames, struggling artist Liv James accepts a teaching job at a local elementary school to make ends meet.After her latest gallery exhibition literally goes up in flames, struggling artist Liv James accepts a teaching job at a local elementary school to make ends meet.

  • Director
    • Andrew Cymek
  • Writer
    • Brigitte Kingsley
  • Stars
    • Brigitte Kingsley
    • Joe Towne
    • Frank Chiesurin
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.8/10
    452
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Andrew Cymek
    • Writer
      • Brigitte Kingsley
    • Stars
      • Brigitte Kingsley
      • Joe Towne
      • Frank Chiesurin
    • 14User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Brigitte Kingsley
    Brigitte Kingsley
    • Olivia James
    Joe Towne
    Joe Towne
    • Jake Hartley
    Frank Chiesurin
    Frank Chiesurin
    • Bradley Johnson
    Kelly Kruger
    Kelly Kruger
    • Brit
    Darin Brooks
    Darin Brooks
    • Reggie
    Art Hindle
    Art Hindle
    • Mr. Johnson
    Ariella Cannon
    Ariella Cannon
    • Trisha
    Marium Carvell
    Marium Carvell
    • Mrs. Jenkins
    • (as Marium Carvell-Page)
    James Millington
    James Millington
    • Gramps
    Evan Hasler
    Evan Hasler
    • Bobby
    Dale Samms
    Dale Samms
    • Principal Reiner
    Chris Barcina
    • Firefighter
    Jake Raymond
    • Arthur
    Sylvia Nguyen
    • Heath
    Leo Choy
    Leo Choy
    • Caterer
    Jabar Bains
    Jabar Bains
    • Security Guard
    Brooke Harmony Jeanveau
    • Jenny
    • (as Brooke Jeanveau)
    • Director
      • Andrew Cymek
    • Writer
      • Brigitte Kingsley
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    5Jackbv123

    Bush league

    I never heard of these production companies and some of the elements of this movie come off as amateur. The script by the lead actor Brigette Kingsley is clumsy and makes the acting look bad. I don't think the actors are fully responsible for how bad it seemed. Kingsley has some wardrobe that is very attention getting, but perhaps a little too fancy. The background music is distracting at times. It shouldn't be noticeable, but in several cases a strong melodic line draws attention from the dialogue.

    The story follows some usual lines but isn't exactly the same old stuff. I mentioned the script being clumsy and it is in several instances. One of the best examples is the two part break up between Liv and Bradley. One positive in the story is the birthday surprise for Liv by Jake and the kids. It's cute.

    The movie is family friendly with the possible minor except of at least one dress worn by Kingsley. On any other network it wouldn't be noticed. Otherwise, there isn't a lot of tension in this movie.

    The movie closes with the show and a nice performance by Ariella Cannon.
    4angelbaby3838

    Snoozefest

    Storyline had some potential for a holiday Christmas romance but that's almost all the movie had going for it.

    The lead actress is beautiful and the dresses were gorgeous. The young girl that's getting bullied is a phenomenal singer (if it's really her & not voiceover). That's where the positives end for me.

    The acting, while not the worst I've ever seen, fell completely flat. I didn't feel an ounce of chemistry between any of the characters. It felt like they were just saying their lines without any real connection or emotion behind them. The movie was just....boring.

    I've been trying to give GAC a chance with their movie lineups but the quality of their content is lacking any appeal for me.
    5jpk-84641

    Cute story - disappointing execution

    Cute although predictable story, spoiled by choppy, clunky dialogue, no chemistry between the leads, and odd fashion choices - a sleeveless tank dress in the middle of winter, Flashdance-esque casual wear, and plenty of deep cleavage-revealing formal wear. There is a solid message to be found about authenticity and finding your authentic self although the best parts of this movie were really the characters of Tricia, Reggie, and Brit. Frankly, the quick wit and singing talent of Darin Brook (Reggie) and natural chemistry with Kelly Kruger (Brit) were the real highlights of this movie, along with the beautiful voice of Ariella Cannon (Tricia).
    4mbiv777

    Not a winner

    This looked a lot better in the previews. Unfortunately, it falls flat from the very beginning and never rises from there.

    The acting ranges from poor to so-so, the script is lacking, and there is little chemistry among the cast.

    I also have to agree with Jack, I have never seen that much cleavage in one of these movies. I guess she paid for those things and she's gonna get her money's worth.

    I always try to find something good about every movie. I suppose I would have to say the best friend was well-done. I really don't have much else, unfortunately.

    All those actors we see in all those Hallmark movies have been at it for years, but they're all under contract. Great American has a smaller pool of available talent as a result. It will take a while to get the quality up, but I remain confident that they're on the right track.

    But this movie is already deleted.
    8ladycatherine-04337

    Not Bad(ish)

    Unlike some of the other reviewers. I kind of liked this one. It had Christmas themes throughout without being overly Christian and its execution. I like the premise of the artist not liking the work and throwing it away she's in someone else finding it and thinking it's beautiful. That's not a spoiler, it's in the description. I also like that the characters are obviously falling for each other without any pretense of starting off in a negative fashion. They obviously have feelings for each other throughout the entire movie and afraid to admit it to one another, either. This is refreshing to me.

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      Love Calls Me Home
      Performed by Wannie & Bryan Livaudais

      Written & Published by Katherine Lynn Nemeth, Wannie Rodriguez(as Roannie Pagtakhan Rodriguez), Bryan Livaudais and Matt Mackey

      Courtesy of Song and Film LLC

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    • Release date
      • December 10, 2022 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Čaro vianočnej lásky
    • Production companies
      • Good Soldier Films
      • Northern Soul Film Company
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 24 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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