Christmas in Love

Lissing and D'Orsay are the glue that holds together a story that has been told umpteen times. I struggled with some scenes such as the incompetence of the corporate guy (Lissing) in squeezing a tube of frosting. But smiles and laughs of Lissing and D'Orsay brighten many scenes. A six rating is probably generous...but those smiles...

I know I'm prejudiced. There is something about the bright shining face and happy spirit that Brooke D'Orsay does so well. It's hard not to get drawn into that spirit when she has as much screen time as she does in this movie. Add Hallmark favorite Daniel Lissing and you have a winning combination. Give them plenty of screen time together and it's a winner.

There are only so many ways a plot like this can go. I thought there was a nice tiny twist with the rival. The way the Secret/Lie was discovered was totally natural, not forced. On the slightly negative side, Hallmark movie writers have a tendency to make it sound like the star's money making talent can be turned into gold, but if you watch many of these movies, that's not unusual.

Love Brook D'Orsay not a fan of Daniel Lissing too structured always plays too classy.love Mary-Margaret Homes other casting not familiar with. Charming small town. The man playing Daniel Lissing's dad so caring nothing like his son who wants to automate.Brooke's dad in movie so caring also . Not good chemistry with 2 leads

Let's be honest I watched this movie to see Daniel Lissing!

Typical plot points...

Baking!

Incoming CEO wanting to get in touch with the "people".

With holding identity.

Someone in need of Christmas Spirit.

This one checks all the boxes.

Bonus points for the several smoldering kisses!

Enjoyable..

There is nothing about this movie that isn't just another Hallmark standard formula but Brooke D'Orsay makes up for it with her charm. She and Daniel Lissing play off of each well which makes what could be a boring movie legitimately enjoyable.