2nd Chance for Christmas

I've been watching a different Christmas movie every day since December 1st, it's been a lot, I've been trying to watch things I haven't seen before. And while I have seen plenty of A Christmas Carol adaptations, as far as they go... this one is not bad. I recognized a lot of the actors, the song the lead character sings but seems to hate isn't bad, and honestly... it has decent enough acting for a Christmas movie (my expectations aren't high there and I don't know why anyone's would be). All and all, totally watchable.

Brittany Underwood co-wrote this script which shows even more talent in her court. This movie has the old-fashioned right vs wrong...good vs evil theme of Dickens original novel. The key player learns her lesson in the last few minutes and the story is gleefully wrapped up. I might've like them to spend a little more time on the repentance part of the story versus us seeing all the characters's wrongs.

This movie could be shown to preteens and teenagers. It is safe for viewing as there is no profanity or promiscuous behavior. Kids get enough of that from Netflix (which our family cancelled). I have to say, as my first Christmas movie of the Season, I found it lighthearted and pleasant to watch.

Not a bad movie for early in the morning when you're looking for a bit of an uplift. Not great but not terrible.

Do you know what to expect and there are a few cute lines of dialogue.

I just watched this movie, and was interested to see how it was reviewed. One review??? And, graded so harshly (1/10)???

It may have been a little "simplistic," but it wasn't THAT bad, and it had the traditional last 10-minute resolution where everybody gets redeemed and life is perfect. If you get the chance to watch it, give it a try. While it won't get an Academy Award, it's FAR from being a total loss.

Gary in Sandy Eggo

Then Grade F-. And in keeping with the Dickensonian theme I think the writer, director and most of the actors should be visited by 3 ghosts on how to make a film. This movie was completely without charm, the special effects were laughable, the acting stilted, and a completely missed opportunity with a new premise. I am assuming this in fact was a failed high school AV project to which I will see you all in detention.