Gift of the Magi

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  • 2010
  • 1 Season
  • 5.4  (556)

Gift of the Magi from Hallmark is a beautiful Christmas movie that was released in 2010. It is a heartwarming story of love, sacrifice, and the true meaning of Christmas. The movie is based on a short story by O. Henry, a famous American author. The plot revolves around a young couple, Della and Jim Young, who are struggling to make ends meet. They are deeply in love, but their financial troubles are putting a strain on their relationship.

As Christmas approaches, Della is determined to find the perfect gift for Jim. She decides to sell her beautiful long hair so she can buy him a chain for his treasured pocket watch. Meanwhile, Jim wants to surprise Della with a new set of combs for her beautiful hair. To afford it, he sells his watch, the only possession of value that he has.

When they exchange their gifts on Christmas Eve, they are both shocked and heartbroken. But they soon realize that their love for each other is worth more than any material possession. They may not have expensive gifts to give each other, but they have the most precious gift of all - their love.

Marla Sokoloff plays the role of Della Young, a charming and dedicated wife who is determined to make Christmas special for her husband. She portrays the character with great warmth and emotion, making the audience feel every bit of Della's love and sacrifice.

Mark Webber plays the role of Jim Young, a hardworking husband who is devoted to his wife. He brings a perfect sense of vulnerability and determination to the character, making Jim a lovable and relatable protagonist.

Michelle Beamish plays the role of Miss Thompson, Della's employer at a department store. She offers some comic relief to the movie, but also plays an important role in helping Della with her plan to sell her hair.

The movie is set in the early 1900s, and the costumes and set designs transport the audience to a bygone era. The streets are bustling with horse-drawn carriages and the stores are decorated with Victorian-style Christmas decorations. The cinematography is beautiful, capturing the magic and charm of Christmas.

The soundtrack of the movie is also noteworthy. It features some classic Christmas carols as well as original songs that perfectly capture the mood and spirit of the story.

Overall, Gift of the Magi is a beautiful and heartwarming Christmas movie that is perfect for the holiday season. It showcases the true meaning of love, sacrifice, and selflessness, and reminds us that the best gifts are those that come deep from the heart, not from the wallet.

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Gift of the Magi
1. Gift of the Magi
December 16, 2010
The quaint little town of Dillingham, New England is the new home for newlyweds Jim and Della Young. So in love, they see far beyond their modest first house with its worn furniture, peeling paint, garage sale dishes, and one very used beater car. After all, they have each other and their dreams. For Jim, it's restoring his late father's vintage '55 Chevy Bel Air convertible - close to perfection save for missing a steering wheel. For Della, a budding photographer, it's to someday afford professional lenses for her favorite Nikon. With Christmas around the corner, all Jim and Della really want is to make each other's dream come true. There's a way to do it. It begins with a visit to a neighborhood pawn shop. Then, with the help of her best friend, Renee, cash-strapped Della takes on an extra job at a hotel without Jim's knowing. Jim, a bartender in O. Henry's Pub, secretly finds extra work, too, through his best friend, Ian. All it'll take is just a couple of noble white lies from each of them, and enduring a few weeks of exhausting moonlighting, to make Christmas special. And in the meantime, they play matchmaker for Renee and Ian. It'll be perfect. But a series of misunderstandings soon undermine their respective schemes, and fate itself will have a hand in their design for the best Christmas ever.
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    December 16, 2010
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    5.4  (556)
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