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A Christmas Star

A Christmas Star | Movie review
12 November 2015
Vineeta Sathiamoorthy
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Vineeta Sathiamoorthy
12 November 2015

Movie and show review

Vineeta Sathiamoorthy

A Christmas Star

★★★★★

Release date

13th November 2015

Certificate

UPG121518 title=

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A festive tale of magic and miracles, A Christmas Star is a treat for believers and non-believers alike. Along with a cracker of famous faces and a story where adversity can be overcome by the gift of love, this sentimental family film will be sure to lighten your mood.

Set in a Northern Irish town, the film follows “wee” Noelle O’Hanlon (played by Erin Galway Kendrick), who discovers she can perform miracles by easing tense situations. Having been born on Christmas Day, Noelle believes she has the power to save the snow globe factory where her father works from big bad businessman Pat McKerrod (played by Rob James Collier), who is intent on knocking it down. Never scared of a little danger, much to the concern of her parents (played by Richard Clements and Bronagh Waugh), Noelle and her friends fight to save their town from the vindictive Mr McKerrod and his copycat son.

A predominantly Irish cast helps add a touch of authenticity to the film, with many delivering great performances. Kendrick’s casting as the curious Noelle is courageous. Collier plays the saboteur perfectly in this tale, managing to draw some laughs, especially in the scenes between him and Junior (played by John Moan), who is desperate to follow in his father’s unfortunate footsteps (and dress sense). Unexpectedly, famous stars also make small appearances, which include Liam Neeson as the grumpy narrator and Pierce Brosnan as Pat McKerrod’s fearsome boss.

Director Richard Elson ties together a winning formula by joining everything we love from other festive favourites. A nativity, a group of determined children, disgruntled adults with a lack of festive spirit and a catchy song are all elements of a great Christmas film. While the plot may lie on the predictable side, its cast delivers that little bit of magic and the originality it deserves. A Christmas Star is faithful to its convention, but it’s also a seasonal favourite worth watching with those you love.

★★★★★

Vineeta Sathiamoorthy

A Christmas Star is released in selected cinemas on 13th November 2015.

Watch the trailer for A Christmas Star here:

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