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There were three main reasons for seeing 'Just in Time for Christmas'. One was for Hallmark completest sake, with it being part of a quest to see as many Hallmark and Lifetime films as possible (Christmas initially and then gradually moving onto the non-Christmas films). Two was for the concept, have seen time travel done a few times before with Hallmark (though in films released later) and done quite well. Three was for the cast, having always enjoyed Christopher Lloyd and liking Eloise Munford in other things.

'Just in Time for Christmas' was pleasant enough and is worth seeing. Of the 2015 Hallmark Christmas films, it's somewhere in the middle rather than being one of the best or worst. It is another one of those films that could have done a good deal more with its concept and the time travel, but did appreciate its good intentions, that it wasn't cold emotionally and that it was mostly well performed. Not a great film, but in my mind 'Just in Time for Christmas' was still watchable.

Starting with the good things, there are no complaints to be had with the production values. Especially the often magical scenery that really does give off a festive vibe. The cast are also well above average on the whole, Munford gives a very engaging performance that doesn't feel underplayed or overacted. Didn't think she overdid any mannerisms personally (have seen and heard worse) and she succeeds at giving her character growth. She does have some spark with Michael Stahl-David.

Lloyd is amusing and charming in his role and William Shatner (yes that William Shatner) looked as though he was enjoying himself without being as hammy as he usually is. T is sympathetically and not too routinely directed. The script is not too bad. Nothing to be wowed by but other Hallmark festive films do a far worse job at making one cringe. It can be cornball definitely, but there is less of a cheese overload and it doesn't seem too soapy, or at least to me it didn't. The story is engaging and doesn't take itself too seriously, while being well meaning and moving.

However, there are things that could have been better. As said already, more could have been done with the concept, which is a bit too ordinary and lacks imagination with the time travel. Not all the story rings true, especially the very rushed and unrealistic final decision which made the ending too pat (a common problem with Hallmark) and Stahl-David's character's irritational behaviour being overdone and too suddenly introduced (we are talking completely out of left field).

Did find Stahl-David a bit too bland and stiff and that the relationship between him and Mumford could have been more fleshed out. The music did feel too intrusive and could have been used less and more toned down, didn't think it always fitted either.

Summing up, found a lot to like here but it could have been more. 6/10.

Loved this movie. The characters are sweet and charming. Truthful and loving without being sugary. Acting is excellent and as someone who loves any movie with a time travel component and Christmas movies in general, I found this to be the best of both worlds. You just can't help but love Eloise Mumford from the moment she steps on screen. Her smile and gentleness are completely captivating. Michael Stahl-David is a wonderful sweet and funny leading man, and Christopher Lloyd is the perfect companion for the journey, I also love the Back to the Future trilogy and the reference although subtle is not lost. Enjoy this feel good story about finding what is really important

"Just In Time For Christmas" is not your average Christmas movie. And with that being said, don't get me wrong. I am not saying that it is not a good movie or a suitable movie to watch during the Christmas holidays, far from it. It is, in fact, a wholesome family Christmas movie and actually quite entertaining if you enjoy these pseudo-corny types of movies.

It turned out that "Just In Time For Christmas" was actually far more entertaining and watchable than I had initially anticipated. So I was more than genuinely surprised with the outcome of the movie, because it was rather good.

Storywise, then the movie is generic and pretty much as predictable as they come. Corny, yes, and also quite stereotypical. But it is the kind of story that you quickly and easily get caught up in.

The acting in "Just In Time For Christmas" was quite good, and people were doing great jobs in portraying the various roles and characters in the movie. Just a shame that Christopher Lloyd didn't have a more prominent role in the movie. And it was somewhat of a fun surprise to see William Shatner make a small appearance in the movie as well.

"Just In Time For Christmas" is the kind of movie that leaves you with a good feeling and puts you in a cheerful mood. So on that account, it is a movie that definitely sits well to be watched during the Christmas season. This is hardly a Christmas classic in any sense, but it is well-worth taking the time to watch once. I say once, because I don't think that "Just In Time For Christmas" actually has material enough to its storyline to sustain multiple viewings.

I watched this movie with my family during the Christmas holidays of 2016, and it was among one of the better movies to make it to the screen that particular season.

This cute little movie is about a young woman at a crossroads in her life. She then magically gets shown her future, if she continues down the path she's on. In the future, she is a successful professor and author and her boyfriend is engaged to someone else (yet still has feelings for her). She appears to have come back to town unexpectedly after having been gone for 3 whole years...

The movie is well cast, with Eloise Mumford holding the movie together brilliantly as the main lead. Her grandfather is played by Christopher Lloyd, who brings some of his "Back to the Future" charm back. Also the magical man (Angel) is played by William Shatner who made me smile every time he popped up. Overall, this is a wonderful little movie that the whole family can enjoy! A wonderful movie from my past, that came out just in time for Christmas.

I HAVE REVIEWED OVER 400 Christmas MOVIES. SO BEWARE OF BOGUS REVIEWS. SOME REVIEWERS HAVE ONLY ONE REVIEW. WHEN ITS A POSITIVE REVIEW THAT TELLS ME THEY WERE INVOLVED WITH THE PRODUCTION. NOW I HAVE NO AGENDA! I AM HONEST! I REVIEW MOVIES AS A WAY TO KEEP TRACK OF WHAT I HAVE SEEN.

In this film Lindsay has to make a tough decision: stay in her small hometown and marry longtime beau Jason, or accept a once-in-a- lifetime job teaching at an Ivy League college thousands of miles away. Fortunately, a magical messenger gives her a priceless Christmas Time gift.

What I liked the most about this film is that it resolved everything and the people featured in this film all have a happier life.

The screenplay was well thought out. The plot is a "fantasy" however it is very plausible on how some would react if they find themselves 3 years into the future!