While Uncle Frank is more nuanced at times than you might expect, its messaging can still feel pretty heavy-handed, too.
Happiest Season delivers a holiday-themed lesbian romance that predictably appropriates the genre’s formula and feel-good vibe.
Ava is yet another movie about an assassin with a heart. Maybe it’s not a heart of gold, exactly, but …
This version of the Grinch’s tale is well made, as clean as a crisp snow on a Sunday morning.
Much like heavy metal music, Sound of Metal isn’t trying to give us warm, pleasant feelings.
At its most basic level, this film really is about a wedding at Christmas in New York. But don’t let …
Characters look alike, they switch places, trouble ensues, things work out in the end. As predictable as Hallmark itself.
The core message of The Farmer and the Belle is a simple one: True beauty comes from the inside, not …
This isn’t a movie for kids. But it does remind us that kids need strong hands and kind hearts in …
this film’s strong storytelling, talented cast and uplifting songs (Jingle Jangle is a musical!) make it a tale the whole …
Come Away isn’t always as “magical” as one might expect or hope at first glance.
Sure, it may look cute at first glance. But take a peak under the surface, and you find something dark …
Emily and the Magical Journey is a fantastical children’s flick about the bravery and power of a young girl.
This Netflix romcom truly embraces the generous spirit of Christmas (even if it never clearly focuses on Jesus).