Watch Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas
- TV-G
- 2020
- 1 hr 24 min
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7.0 (1,817)
Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas is a heartwarming 2020 holiday film that brings to life the melodious strains of the track âTime for Me to Come Homeâ by Blake Shelton and the novel of the same name by Dorothy Shackleford and Travis Thrasher. Produced by Crown Media Productions, the movie features Lacey Chabert as five people on a quest to reunite with their loved ones and discover the true meaning of love, life, and family during the holiday season.
The story revolves around five strangers, portrayed by Lacey Chabert, Stephen Huszar, Lini Evans, Leon, and Adrian Holmes, who are brought together by fate after they win a contest that offers them a chance to spend Christmas in a grand estate in Oklahoma. The only catch is that they need to solve a riddle and unravel the mystery of the six ornaments hidden within the estate in order to claim their prize. As they work to solve the riddle, they are drawn to each other and a bond forms between them.
Lacey Chabert essays the role of Katherine, a travel writer who has lost her passion for writing and is struggling to come to terms with her motherâs death. She decides to participate in the contest in a bid to get over her grief and finds herself partnered with Jack played by Stephen Huszar, the estate ownerâs son, who is reluctant to participate in the contest but joins in to bond with his father. Lini Evans plays the role of Jillian, a shy nurse who is estranged from her family and wants to reconnect with them.
Adrian Holmesâ character is a soldier, who is trying to find purpose in life, and Leonâs character is an artist who has lost his creative spark. Together, they embark on a journey to solve the riddle and discover the importance of putting aside their differences and working together as a team. As the story progresses, they all open up, share their stories, and their hearts with each other.
The movie strikes a balance between drama and humor and provides ample opportunities for the characters to showcase their acting talents. The highlight of the film, however, is the chemistry between the characters. Lacey Chabert, in particular, delivers a heartwarming performance as she conveys the pain and struggles of her character with such finesse that the audience can empathize with her. Stephen Huszar and Lini Evans also do justice to their characters with their impeccable acting skills.
The screenplay by Marcy Holland is engaging and the film is directed flawlessly by David Winning, who places the right emphasis on emotions, warmth, and Christmas spirit. The background music and the popular track âTime for Me to Come Homeâ by Blake Shelton heighten the emotional quotient of the film.
Overall, Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas is a beautiful holiday film that will make you laugh, cry and fall in love with the characters. It is a perfect movie to snuggle in with a cup of hot cocoa and get into the holiday spirit. The movie is a reminder that despite the challenges we face, the holiday season is a time to keep our family and friends close and appreciate the blessings in life. It is a timeless story that will undoubtedly touch the hearts and souls of everyone who watches it.
Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas is a 2020 tv movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.0.