La Sœur des neiges

Wasn't sure when we started watching if this was just yet another mediocre film churned out for the Christmas period. Admittedly, it started off pretty average but quickly got better and better and surprised with its emotion and depth. Stunning Norwegian winter snowy landscapes and beautiful Christmas scenes to get you in the seasonal holiday mood. Highly recommend watching this lovely, uplifting and emotional gem of a Christmas film. Not heavy, sad at times, but ultimately a happy, uplifting message. All ages will enjoy except very young children. Loved it! 10 out of 10! Surprisingly good film!

This movie, about a young boy named Julian, is a masterpiece!

I am very surprised by how much I enjoyed it. First of all, it is a Netflix movie. Second, it is mainly for children. And third, it is Norwegian. These reasons are typical for not having the best movies, but The Snow Sister stands out with its handful of qualities.

While the themes and commentary are simple, the movie excels with its handling of the beautiful and emotional story due to several elements. The pacing is almost perfect, the editing is fantastic, the dialogues feel mature, planned, and appropriate, and the actors do great, especially Celina Meyer Hovland (as Hedvig). I love her energy, and I appreciate that she does not do too much out of her role. The main actor, Mudit Gupta (as Julian), is not as good but does worthy. But there is more that elevates the experience. The score is absolutely amazing, which I am a sucker for, and I could listen to it every day. The visuals are great as well, much because of the good camerawork and nice visual effects. Speaking of the story, it is so much to say about it because it manages to be beautiful, tragic, warm, and dark simultaneously. This makes the experience an emotional ride that can touch everybody's hearts.

In conclusion, this is a surprising masterpiece. Despite being a children's movie on Netflix, it excels with perfect pacing, mature dialogues, strong performances, and exceptional score and visuals. It beautifully balances beauty, tragedy, warmth, and darkness, making it an emotional journey for all viewers.

Snow Girl (2024) is a heartwarming holiday film that beautifully balances themes of loss, hope, and the magic of Christmas. The story follows a young boy struggling with grief, whose family is weighed down by a tragic loss. Just when it seems the joy of the season has faded, he meets a lively girl in a red coat who helps him rediscover the spirit of Christmas.

The film's visuals are enchanting, especially the girl's festive, glowing home, which adds to the magical atmosphere. The boy's journey toward healing is deeply moving, and the film's message about finding hope in dark times resonates long after the credits roll.

With its blend of warmth and mystery, Snow Girl is a perfect holiday watch that reminds us of the power of belief, joy, and healing.

Filmed on the stunning , Gorgeous Norwegian winter landscape , The Snow Sister is a movie based on Maja Lunde and Lisa Aisato's 2018 children's book Snøsøsteren. Starring Mudit Gupta, Celina Meyer Hovland, and Ole Steinkjer Øyen. Directed by Cecilie A. Mosli Written by Lisa Aisato (book) Maja Lunde (book) , Siv Rajendram Eliassen.

The story follows Julian (Mudit Gupta), who sad with the loss of his sister, his family don't want to talk about it but his encounter with Hedvig (Celina Meyer Hovland), who embodies holiday cheer turn his life more cheerful, But out of sudden he found out something mysterious.

Mudit Gupta's performance as Julian in The Snow Sister effectively conveys a wide range of emotions, particularly grief and how you accept things around you. Celina Meyer Hovland and Gupta delivers a worthy performance that captures Julian's internal struggle with loss amidst a festive backdrop. The contrast between Julian's guarded demeanor and Hedvig's joyful spirit highlights their performance.

Cecilie A. Mosli's direction in The Snow Sister effectively balances the film's themes of grief and holiday spirit. She creates a visually enchanting atmosphere, using the amazing Norwegian winter landscape to enhance the emotional depth of the story. The contrasting settings Julian's somber home versus Hedvig's vibrant world reflect the characters' internal struggles and happiness

The Snow Sister offers a unique portrayal of grief compared to traditional holiday films. Unlike light-hearted classics like Elf or Home Alone, which focus on joy and resilience, The Snow Sister dives into the complexities of loss and healing, emphasizing emotional depth over escapism that acknowledges sorrow while celebrating the spirit of the season This contrast highlights how holiday movies can vary significantly in their treatment of grief, with some opting for humor and others embracing a more profound exploration of emotions.

The Snow Sister stands out as a heartfelt exploration of grief and healing within the context of a holiday film. Under Cecilie A. Mosli's direction, the movie effectively balances emotional depth with whimsical elements, creating a unique narrative that connect with audiences. The Snow Sister is not just a holiday movie it is a important reminder that even in our darkest moments, the spirit of connection and healing can shine through, making it a meaningful addition to the genre.

Highly recommended for Christmas 🎄

First of all, allow me to review some other reviewers: If you are "not in the mood for gloomy/sad" films for christmas or that christmas movies should be cheerful, then your review here is pointless: I'm not placing a review on red paint stating I actually wanted my walls blue either. A review should be about the film, not about a mistake the viewer made.

Having said that, this movie is outstanding and diverse. The score fits the fabulous scenery and sets that were created and makes it a joy for the eyes as well as the heart.

All actors did a good job in this, but the kids in this movie have no freaking business acting so well at this age. From the main actors to their best friend and little sister, all 4 of them were great at not only portraying the emotions, but showing them as children their age would show them, the only exception being some profound wisdoms the main character obtains and explains in the film, but that is an intended deviation due to the plot of the movie. It's clear the actors got the right instructions from the director.

The story takes great artistic freedom when it comes to events happening in it, but not an inch of fantasy when it comes to the realness of the emotions portrayed. It makes for a fine balance.

This film makes me proud and thankful for the dialogue that can be held around themes like grief nowadays.