That was an excellent one.

Terrible acting, screenplay and direction.

Simply A Masterpiece

It's funny watching the elements come together in this complicated scam. On one hand, the set-up isn't quite as complex as it seems, but there's an easy sense of fun in every exchange.

This was by far the very worst movie I have ever seen. Terrible acting, terrible dialog, terrible camera-work, terrible soundtrack. That being said, it was also highly enjoyable BECAUSE of how terrible it was. My brother-in-law made a comment that this seemed like an amateur acting class's video documentation of a rehearsal. Overacting children, broody father, simply laughable "southern" accents, TONS of anachronisms - divine! By far the best part was the end, when the stray dog appears, is pulled around/clasped by the children, and is obviously struggling to flee. I recommend this movie after a few glasses of wine. Don't forget to pay attention to the scene in the beginning, when the mother is dressing her daughters for bed, and seems to be stuffing them into sacks. Ah, PBS.

Mr Christmas is a reminder of growing up in a less harried time. It offers its viewers a portrait of family life that is to be valued. The level of accuracy in portraying the time period with costume details & settings adds to the enjoyment. The cast, especially the girls, makes the story far more believable.It can be enjoyed by the whole family as an addition to other Christmas classics. It brings to life an area and a time period that some of us enjoyed and remember.As a former librarian I hope it receives a wide circulation. I am looking forward to viewing it again during the season.

Wonderful little film with likable characters, especially the two little girls. Sure to be a Christmas favorite for children and adults alike. Set in rural America at the beginning of WWII, it paints a vivid picture of how small-town American families were having to struggle to make ends meet while the country was gearing up for war. A touching story with an delightful and unexpected ending! For film enthusiasts everywhere, this is a rare example of how quality films are now being made in rural America worthy of mainstream distribution. Lensed entirely in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, authentic locales like this are gold mines for filmmakers searching for unique period settings. This should encourage more production to rural areas all across the country.

Beth Brickell has created a wonderful film based on her own childhood experiences. Less than an hour in length, this heart-felt story manages to pack quite a punch. It's The Bicycle Thief, American-style. Themes of parental love, responsibility and guilt interplay with a charming look at a little girl's wish for a bike from Santa, a wish which Santa may or may not be able to grant. Set during the onset of the USA's participation in WWII, this movie feels authentic. With its deft capture of life in small-town America, the story reaches across generations of families to touch us all. Don't miss the extras.....including a full commentary by director and cinematographer. The outtakes are hilarious.