The Rooftop Christmas Tree

This one is very different, and will make you feel very good. It transcends the girl and boy find each other. Tim Reid was fantastic. I also agree with people who said it's nice to see a Christmas movie that's actually filmed during the winter. Well written.

UP TV is quickly building a library of Christmas movies that rivals the Hallmark brands. The UP movies feel more real, with more genuine characters . Tim Reid steals this movie. His character's sadness and gentle dignity is amazing. It's hard to imagine him as Venus Flytrap after this movie! The female lead is certainly less attractive than most of the Hallmark leads, but that lets the director focus on the story.

Most of the story is not very interesting, it was probably scripted in one evening. Pretty blah all in all. yea, the actress and her 'dad' would make a very believable couple. At least it was not a 19 year old 'accomplished' lawyer, but rather a gal in her thirties,, so thanks for that.

But the ending makes it worthwhile, it also addresses a problem in the US that is ignored by the mainstream media, so it was nice to see hallmark address this in a tactful manner, finally.

I dont know why only 3 stars on this??? I rate it 10 stars!! Excellent story!! Excellent acting!! Had a few twists and turns to give it lots of interest!! And It was about helping your fellow neighbor !! It isnt always about the rules or laws!! Great movie for family viewing too!!!

While this entertaining romantic Christmas drama won't win any prestigious movie awards, this film stands out for its defying the stereotypical, traditional script that plays over and over in Christmas movies. Instead while this stand apart movie doesn't askew the typical overall plot outline nor become a serious, critically acclaimed drama, the script has a unique soft ordinary touch. In some ways this movie borders on the mundane, everyday characters, interactions, and underplayed real-life dilemmas and possibly more authentic resolutions and solutions without having to resort to the more splashy melodramatic roles and plot points seen in most Christmas films. This movie displays its enjoyable relevance from its ability to reflect a more natural presentation of humanity at Christmas.