Un chien pour Noël

If I made an exception to my perfect score of seven policy for the hallmark channel I'd give this an 8, but common sense media's review ( see external reviews) has all I'll say about the movie and more. Good family fare, a refreshing departure from the getting to be cliche obsession with Christmas romances that have earned the Hallmark channel its nickname "The Harlequin channel." It was a family struggling to keep focused on what was important, what really counts. They make mistakes and learn from them while trying to cope with loss, but Harlequin channel take a hint: to score an 8 no one should have been moving in the direction of having a family.

Looking forward to a new Xmas movie. Especially one involving saving an animal as people need to learn, understand. Treatment of animals needs to change, improve. Abuse needs severe consequences. Enjoyed all until the one moment when an intelligent, grounded guy tells his grandson to give the dog back to a guy known to be abusing him, who left him out in the cold to die. Seriously?! where's the understanding, support. The writer and producer should know this makes no sense what so ever. No one would act like this in any way knowing this young boy had no idea what he had been asked to do. he wanted to save the dog. Stupid writing. The Xmas movies are getting to campy, stupid. Let's get it together.

Disregard 6 of the 7 bad reviews on this movie. It was an excellent movie with excellent characters and story. Story was based on a book which gives the movie some depth. I only give about 10% of the movies a perfect 10, but this one had that special quality.

James Brolin at age 73 as the grandpa. It was just perfect. He played in Marcus Welby at about age 30. In 2016 he was in "I'll be home for Christmas". In this film he has that tough John Wayne presence. At the end of the film a great confrontation with a bad guy- great drama. The grandson was excellent and was the main character with his affection for Tucker the dog. The grandma actually played the grandma on "The Road to Christmas" 2006. She was great in this role, so pleasant. The friend was played by Olivia from Heartland. We also see Dr Crane and Dr Hebert from Doc.

This movie had that special bond between boy and dog as well as proud grandparents. The story showed how the boy was building character. In one part the grandpa told him he had to give up Tucker. Now that was a complete surprise, but the drama was intense. Definitely worth the watch.

I Have Reviewed OVER 400 Christmas MOVIES.

On all Christmas movies BEWARE OF FAKE REVIEWS & REVIEWERS. Many reviewers have only have ONE REVIEW. When it's a POSITIVE REVIEW chances are that the reviewer was involved with the production. If its a negative review then they may have a huge grudge against the film for whatever reason. I am fare about these films. The only reason why I review them is to keep track of what "I have seen".

In this film the events follow a boy months following his father's death, a boy learns about responsibility, the loyalty of friends and the power of love through his bond with a special dog.

This film is very pleasant. It has a huge heart. The main theme of this film is "Adjusting" and "Tucker" is a catalyst for love and opening up.

The Grandpa in this film also happens to remind of my dad. (Which is good). I also love the fact that "KIndness in return" has its rewards.

I was surprised how much I liked this film. IF you love dogs this is a must see.

Hallmark really should go back and look at its movies that it made 5-10 years ago because it's movies like this that I remember forever, not the ones they are mass producing now. This was such a sweet story. Sweet dog movies always make me cry and this one was no exception. I didn't realize until I finished that it was written by the same person who wrote A Dog Named Christmas. I enjoyed both, but I think I liked this one a little better. The young boy who played George was very likable and his connection to Tucker made the story great. James Brolin does a great job with his character as well. Actually, I really enjoyed all the characters. I don't like giving spoilers, so I won't say anything about the storyline. I will say that if you love dogs and a sweet story, this is one for you. It's going on my list of favorites, even if it makes me cry every time.