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Operation Christmas

  • TV Movie
  • 2016
  • TV-G
  • 1h 24m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
1.9K
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Marc Blucas and Tricia Helfer in Operation Christmas (2016)
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A single mother and her daughter try to help other military families after being inspired by their own difficulties and their efforts go viral.A single mother and her daughter try to help other military families after being inspired by their own difficulties and their efforts go viral.A single mother and her daughter try to help other military families after being inspired by their own difficulties and their efforts go viral.

  • Director
    • David Weaver
  • Writers
    • Nina Weinman
    • Ron Oliver
    • Donald Martin
  • Stars
    • Tricia Helfer
    • Marc Blucas
    • Lisa Durupt
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.8/10
    1.9K
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    • Director
      • David Weaver
    • Writers
      • Nina Weinman
      • Ron Oliver
      • Donald Martin
    • Stars
      • Tricia Helfer
      • Marc Blucas
      • Lisa Durupt
    • 29User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 4 nominations total

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    Tricia Helfer
    Tricia Helfer
    • Olivia Young Roberts
    Marc Blucas
    Marc Blucas
    • Scott McGuigan
    Lisa Durupt
    Lisa Durupt
    • Heather Young
    Gabrielle Rose
    Gabrielle Rose
    • Jill McGuigan
    Benjamin Wosk
    • Charlie Roberts
    Megan Charpentier
    Megan Charpentier
    • Danielle Roberts
    Jaeda Lily Miller
    Jaeda Lily Miller
    • Hayes McGuigan
    Barclay Hope
    Barclay Hope
    • General Holt
    Chelan Simmons
    Chelan Simmons
    • Becky Fowler
    Donna Benedicto
    Donna Benedicto
    • Sara Collins
    Link Baker
    Link Baker
    • Paul Hanson
    Jill Teed
    Jill Teed
    • Kim Clark
    Dee Jay Jackson
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    Cameron McDonald
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    Jana Berengel
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    Preston Vanderslice
    • Joe Fowler
    Brendon Zub
    Brendon Zub
    • Sara's Husband
    Ian Collins
    Ian Collins
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      • David Weaver
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      • Nina Weinman
      • Ron Oliver
      • Donald Martin
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    10brian_green-99489

    Great Christmas Movie If You Overlook Military Inaccuracies

    I'll start off with saying that I really liked this film. It was obviously shot in the summer, which made all of the snow (other than the glacier scene) a little comical. The unending sunshine is also only possible in the summer in the Pacific Northwest. It's all stuff we can overlook.

    The idea of meeting someone whom puts themselves in danger for the greater good is a theme used throughout the years, and for good reason. It's an underlying theme of Christmas as well. Tricia Helfer knocked her role out of the park in this film, and I'd have never found this film had it not been for her mentioning it on Twitter.

    The military stuff was entirely annoying as a veteran, but I understand that most writers have only a cursory knowledge of the military when doing their writing. Firefighters say the same thing when watching firefighting movies. Writers are rarely experts in their subject matter. I'd like to have seen active duty military there to advise on dress & appearance. I'd also wished that deployments were more accurately depicted, but this isn't a film about the military. It's a film about giving, and what it means to come together as a community for Christmas. One has to understand that distinction. I, as a veteran, understand that. They did a great job with this film once you get past nit-picking, and I'll watch it every Christmas from here on out.
    Kirpianuscus

    more than nice

    Army, mothers, Christmas trees,military wives, gifts, romance, kids.... A complete Hallmark, offering two good presences - Gabrielle Rose and Marc Blucas. Short, decent and charming , first for the smart use of dilemma of a career woman , attracted by military, animated by fears, desiring full happiness, heart of impressive show. So, far to be bad.
    8gehewe

    Good Enjoyable Movie

    I rate it a good but not great movie. The lead actress and actor were OK in their roles but did not quite make it superb. The story especially at the beginning had some surprise in it, but then faded a little when the "Operation Christmas" got started. The issue of separation of husband and wife for these military Ranger Units was brought out and this brought about the main struggle for the lead actress. The movie did not pull off this struggle in a compelling way, but the ending was well done. The little girl in "A Heavenly Christmas" was also in this movie and pulled an emotional "I love you" which added to the drama. I would say the movie was more of a drama than romance. It passed the doze test (no one fell asleep) and I would probably not watch it again.
    9drippan-1

    Sleep Safe America!

    This movie is a salute to and from all United States Military Personnel and their families. It is about the hardships and unexpected situations and problems that every family faces. It definitely shows the 'unknown' that military life brings.

    Tricia and Marc did an excellent job of showing the heartache that is faced by not only their situation but others' problems by other families. Tricia and Marc put everything they had into this movie especially the love their characters felt for each other. The three children were perfect in each of their roles. The music and Christmas carols were placed in the movie at the right place and time. The ending carol is a message that all of America can sleep safely tonight as our brave men and women are on guard throughout the world.

    A special thanks must go to Hallmark and especially Nina Wienman (writer) for capturing the heart of the military and their families. As a Marine Veteran, I have faced a lot of the same problems that were shown in this movie including being away several times at Christmas and the extended tours of duty overseas.

    This movie is a 10 even though there are some goofs/mistakes. These goofs/mistakes are way over shadowed by the message this movie brings. That message is to face the unknown with bravery, courage and honor while sharing your fear with others.

    THIS IS A MUST SEE MOVIE BY ALL. If you loved 'The Christmas Card' Christmas movie, you are going to more than love 'Operation Christmas'!
    8adamjohns-42575

    "Billy, Don't be a hero!"

    I'm beginning to think that Marc Blucas is a bit type-cast, playing another soldier here and it's a shame, because those fatigues do nothing for his fine physique.

    This one isn't quite as fun as "Holiday For Heroes" covering more of the serious element of army life and those left behind. I have to admit that I cried again at the end.

    One of the things I don't understand is why these soldiers all need so much support. How badly are they paid that they can't even afford a Christmas tree? I would have thought the US would have treated "Their Boys" and girls much better than that as they all mean so much apparently?

    The cast is all very good, the young lad is a cutey, but the little girl is just cringey and precocious.

    It's a nice story, very similar to others, but it has a bit more heart wrenching than most.

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    • Release date
      • November 20, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Hallmark Mysteries and Movies
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Entre el amor y el deber
    • Filming locations
      • Fairmont Chateau Whistler - 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, British Columbia, Canada(credits)
    • Production company
      • Lighthouse Pictures
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 24m(84 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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