This is such a sweet and heartwarming story. Bailey’s love for Christmas and her wish for her family to be together is so touching. Every only child, or kid with a busy workaholic family, or even a kid with divorced parents will be able to relate to her and see themselves in Bailey. The concept of this movie feels unique and smart. Usually, it is the parents who strive for a perfect family Christmas but letting a 13 year old drive the story is all the more effective and pulls at our heartstrings. Then there is Samir, who is not even supposed to like Christmas but can’t help himself. This is truly a unique aspect of the story and memorable one. We hardly ever talk about other religions and cultures when it comes to Christmas movies, but the acceptance that is show in this movie is special and important and makes for a great role model for a younger generation.
2021 Screencraft Family Screenplay Competition