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Christmas Crash is a 2009 Christmas themed movie directed by Terry Ingram. The movie revolves around the efforts of four out-of-town sisters to reunite with their estranged father, who lives far away from them. The sisters' father, Art, walked out on them years ago and has never been seen or heard from ever since. But, as the festive season approaches, the sisters strive to bring Art back into their lives and start anew.

The sisters are portrayed by Alexandra Paul, Elyse Levesque, Melanie Papalia, and Zoe Stausberg. Each of them has a different personality, and they do not always get along. They all have their own reasons for wanting to reconnect with Art but struggle to make their case when they discover that their father has a new, younger girlfriend, Trish (played by Laura Soltis).

Meanwhile, Michael Madsen plays a general contractor named Joe, who has just lost his job and is also in danger of losing his home. He only has a few days to come up with rent money, or else he'll be forced out onto the streets. Luckily for him, fate brings him together with one of the sisters, Samantha (played by Alexandra Paul). Samantha hires Joe to help her renovate Art's old rustic cabin which gives Joe a new lease of life.

As the story unfolds, we see the sisters' attempts to reconcile with their father, and Joe's growing attachment to Samantha. Things also take a turn for the worse when Art is critically injured in a car accident, bringing the sisters and his girlfriend closer.

The movie features a variety of holiday-themed scenes, including a visit to a Christmas tree farm, carol singing, and the always-popular holiday baking. There are also many touching moments that showcase the importance of family and love during the holidays.

Despite some flaws in the story and more than a few moments that feel artificial, Christmas Crash is a heartwarming and engaging movie that successfully captures the holiday spirit. Most of the performances are solid, particularly that of Alexandra Paul, who brings a lot of depth to her struggling character Samantha. The rest of the cast does a fair job, but Michael Madsen's portrayal of Joe feels considerably forced in comparison.

The direction is basic, with nothing particularly compelling about the camera work or shot selection. The screenplay is likewise standard, with few twists or surprises in the storyline. However, the beauty of Christmas Crash is its simple yet effective storytelling that brings a smile to the viewer's face and warms their heart.

The movie's highlight is the way it engages audiences in the festive spirit, and through the trials and tribulations that the family has to face, it shows what true love and affection are all about. Despite a few moments where the script feels contrived, the overall message of family and forgiveness is delivered with a decent dose of heart-warming moments.

In conclusion, Christmas Crash is a pleasant but average holiday film that's worth watching for its family-centric themes, engaging cast, and warm Christmas setting. It's not a cinematic masterpiece, but it is long-lasting and genuine, a film that can evoke emotions in even the hardest of hearts. If you're in search of a holiday flick for some good old fashioned cheer, then Christmas Crash is one to consider.

Christmas Crash is a 2009 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.8.