What a waste of my time!!!

Self-important, over-dramatic, uninspired.

The film was still a fun one that will make you laugh and have you leaving the theater feeling like you just stole something valuable and got away with it.

Great example of an old-fashioned, pure-at-heart escapist event movie that doesn't pretend to be anything that it's not and has boat loads of fun being its own ludicrous self.

This was by far the very worst movie I have ever seen. Terrible acting, terrible dialog, terrible camera-work, terrible soundtrack. That being said, it was also highly enjoyable BECAUSE of how terrible it was. My brother-in-law made a comment that this seemed like an amateur acting class's video documentation of a rehearsal. Overacting children, broody father, simply laughable "southern" accents, TONS of anachronisms - divine! By far the best part was the end, when the stray dog appears, is pulled around/clasped by the children, and is obviously struggling to flee. I recommend this movie after a few glasses of wine. Don't forget to pay attention to the scene in the beginning, when the mother is dressing her daughters for bed, and seems to be stuffing them into sacks. Ah, PBS.

Mr Christmas is a reminder of growing up in a less harried time. It offers its viewers a portrait of family life that is to be valued. The level of accuracy in portraying the time period with costume details & settings adds to the enjoyment. The cast, especially the girls, makes the story far more believable.It can be enjoyed by the whole family as an addition to other Christmas classics. It brings to life an area and a time period that some of us enjoyed and remember.As a former librarian I hope it receives a wide circulation. I am looking forward to viewing it again during the season.

This movie can be enjoyed by the whole family. It is the best Christmas movie I have seen for years. Another reviewer was spot on when they said "To think that "Carol Lee" had never before acted was amazing. The two little girls....not related to the other....were wonderful." The little girl who plays Carol Lee is amazing - she has real natural talent and born to be a Star. Watch this movie and then listen to Brikell's director comments. Brikell explains why she choose little five year old Ireland Rose Maddox and this was an insightful move - with no experience - this young actress makes this movie what it is, charming, honest and sweet.Brikell has to be applauded for casting this little star to the lead role. Perfect - whoever Carol Lee was - Ireland Maddox plays her superbly. Brikell great work and thanks for a great movie I can share with my family at Christmas.

Beth Brickell has created a wonderful film based on her own childhood experiences. Less than an hour in length, this heart-felt story manages to pack quite a punch. It's The Bicycle Thief, American-style. Themes of parental love, responsibility and guilt interplay with a charming look at a little girl's wish for a bike from Santa, a wish which Santa may or may not be able to grant. Set during the onset of the USA's participation in WWII, this movie feels authentic. With its deft capture of life in small-town America, the story reaches across generations of families to touch us all. Don't miss the extras.....including a full commentary by director and cinematographer. The outtakes are hilarious.