Four Cousins and a Christmas

An amazingly heartfelt film to watch during the holiday season (or even in the dead of Summer, like myself)! The story's diverse characters contain members found in almost everyone's family, and provide amazingly realistic performances depicting the all-too relatable struggle of gathering for the holidays; not to mention, doing so while mourning the loss of a member of the family.

With the inevitable tension between a few relatives, sibling/cousin rivalries, and family drama dragged out for decades, the triumph of familial love and support during difficult times reminds viewers that blood is thicker than water (and even wine).

This chaotic family dynamic is gorgeously portrayed by a cast with such incredible chemistry, you would assume they are actually related. The story is written so well, it has inspired me to reach out to all of my family members to tell them I love them. Kudos to the cast and crew for creating such an impactful piece!

"Four Cousins and a Christmas" is a wonderfully heartfelt and relatable holiday film that completely surprised me. The performances are rich with warmth and authenticity, bringing each character to life in a unique way. Jennifer's emotional journey resonates deeply; her story feels both personal and profoundly real. The film beautifully explores themes of grief, forgiveness, and the power of family, weaving these elements together in a touching narrative. I particularly admired how it illustrates the idea that even in the midst of sadness, the support of family can lead to healing and hope. This film is a beautiful, underrated Christmas gem that truly deserves to be seen.

"Four Cousins & a Christmas" is a watch that I believe many families will be able to relate and connect with. Something I appreciated throughout this film was the genuine chemistry and connection between each character. Family can be unpredictable, and challenging, and I think this film captures the importance in having a strong support system behind you no matter what. Yes, it can be chaotic, but in the end, it is about who is by your side through everything. This film captures this genuine aspect of love, and familial trust. I think these aspects make up for some of the jumps between scenes/quickly resolved storylines. If anything, this just adds to the chaotic nature of family. Great watch!

So I have a question... WHAT. WAS. THAT????

Scenes getting cut earlier than normally, cringy acting, weird angle filming, bizarre transitions between scenes , lazy humor. Come on... what is this?

I found Four Cousins and a Christmas a thoroughly enjoyable experience, with it tackling a period of grief shared by four cousins during Christmas time. By far this film's greatest strength comes from its performances. All four cousins are full of charisma and feel fully realized and bounce off each other in a playful and realistic manner. Particularly, I enjoyed Raffaela Capp's Jennifer as a character whose storyline not only carries the most emotional relevance but also is one many audiences will relate to in a huge way. I feel Four Cousins' narrative is portrayed in such a down to earth and relatable way and you really feel for Jennifer and her family at the end. I would definitely recommend Four Cousins and a Christmas for its fresh take on a family-driven narrative during Christmas.