HALLMARK CHANNEL'S *CHRISTMAS IN JULY* SCHEDULE - Who Wants to Fast-Forward to Christmas? #PeaceOnEarth #GoodWillTowardMen *Also, Hallmark's Christmas Movies This Week - SEE HERE:

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Typically, I never want to wish time away. Instead, I always want to do my best to enjoy every precious minute, but lately the idea of skipping a few days so we get a little closer to the Christmas season, where peace and love for our fellow man usually abounds, sounds increasingly appealing.

Hallmark's Christmas Keepsake Event is coming on the Hallmark Channel in July! The Christmas Movies will air 24/7, so get ready to Jingle Around the Clock on the Hallmark Channel beginning Friday, July 10th! I've added the Christmas Movies to the Christmas TV Schedule - so take a look and check out when all of your favorites will be airing, including: "The Nine Lives of Christmas," "Christmas Under the Stars," "Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses," "Christmas Town," and More!!!

I love the joy and comfort these Christmas movies bring! This week, as I am watching Hallmark's three Christmas movies, I am going to absorb myself for 2 hours (at a time, each night) into the merriment of the season, and while doing so - I will be praying for that same kind of serenity and soothing tranquility to once again return to our country. I hope many of you in this "It's a Wonderful Movie" family will join me.

The first movie airing this week is the classic Hallmark Christmas movie, "All I Want for Christmas" and I think I can safely say - what we want for Christmas and everyday is peace, and a return back to normalcy. That's all we want. Am I right?

I hope things will be calming down this week and we can all relax and enjoy these Hallmark holiday movies...

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Hallmark Drama's
"Home for the Holidays"
Wednesday Theater
classic Christmas movie feature is...
"All I Want for Christmas"
on Wednesday, June 3rd at 9pm/8c..

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Storyline via Hallmark: A nine-year-old boy enters a corporate-sponsored contest in which entrants are asked for their greatest Christmas wish. Unbeknownst to his widowed mother he asks the contest organizers to help her find a new husband.

*All I Want for Christmas is available on DVD and Prime Video.

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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
"Miracles of Christmas"
Thursday Theater
classic Christmas movie feature is
"Holiday for Heroes"
on Thursday, June 4th at 9pm/8c.

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Storyline via Hallmark: Audrey and First Sergeant Matt have been writing each other since last Christmas, when her brother Devin shared some fresh roasted coffee from the care package she’d sent. When Matt unexpectedly shows up in her small-town coffee shop, Audrey is delighted to see him. Soon, Matt helps Audrey with the annual Holiday for Heroes event, which honors local service members. As they work to save this important event from being cancelled, will the spirit of the season bring Matt and Audrey’s love beyond their letters?

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Hallmark Channel's
"Countdown to Christmas"
Friday Theater
classic Christmas movie feature is
"Road to Christmas"
on Friday, June 5th at 8pm/7c.

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Storyline via Hallmark: Los Angeles television producer Maggie Baker unwittingly falls for Danny Wise, the son and former producer of his mother’s popular annual Christmas special “Julia Wise Lifestyle.” When Maggie’s secret plan to reunite Danny and his two brothers with Julia during the live broadcast in Vermont goes awry, Maggie is reminded that above all, it is the love for family and friends that makes the merriest of Christmas.

*Road to Christmas is available on DVD and Prime Video.

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I hope you enjoy all three Christmas movies - airing on all three Hallmark networks!

My Christmas Movie Pick of the Week:

I'm planning to enjoy all three!

"All I Want for Christmas" is one of the first, really special classic Hallmark Christmas movies from 2009! I've enjoyed watching this movie over and over through the years. Gail O'Grady is wonderful in this role as the Mother who finds herself unexpectedly looking for love during the holiday season after her adorable son wins a contest and sets her up on numerous dates.

Then, on Thursday night there's the patriotic movie, "Holiday for Heroes" starring Marc Blucas and Melissa Claire Egan, which honors our courageous military. This movie means so much, especially right now, as each day we appreciate even fuller the hard work of all of our heroes - who each day and night, defend all of our freedoms and our way of life.

On Friday night, it's a fun trip, as Jessy Schram and Chad Michael Murray fall in love in the "Road to Christmas." Sometimes, it's nice to watch a lighthearted movie that makes us feel good inside. I'm particularly fond of these two actors, so I'm also looking forward to seeing Jessy's new Hallmark movie this weekend, "Country at Heart."

Do YOU have a special TOP Christmas Movie Pick of the week? If so, please share in comments below...

Also, be sure to check my Christmas TV Schedule for even more Christmas movies airing in June AND CHRISTMAS IN JULY!

Be safe and take care, everyone...

Blessings to You All, Net

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DETOUR AHEAD! HALLMARK INTERRUPTS REGULAR SCHEDULED PROGRAMMING THIS WEEKEND...

...TO BRING VIEWERS HOPE AND JOY WITH A CHRISTMAS MOVIE MARATHON!!!

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Have you heard the HO, HO, HO... Holly Jolly News?

Get ready to feel all the Peace on Earth... Good Will Towards Men once again as the Hallmark Channel plays Christmas movies all weekend long!

Okay, there are a few exceptions... "In the Key of Love" (which was originally intended to be a "June Weddings" film) will still premiere on the Hallmark Channel Saturday night at 9pm/8c. with the 2020 Spring Fling Preview Special at 11pm/10c and the Mystery Movies Preview Special at 11:30pm/10:30c. On Sunday night, right after the Christmas movie marathon is over, the Hallmark Channel will have all new episodes of "When Calls the Heart" and "When Hope Calls!"

If you were planning to watch the premiere of the Pixl movie, Adventures in Love & Babysitting, unfortunately it will not be seen until Tuesday, April 21st at 8pm/7c. Update: 2pm/1c., unless there are future schedule changes, which, of course, is always probable.



Here are all the festive details direct from Hallmark's Press Release:

HALLMARK CHANNEL PRESENTS

‘WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS’

A SPECIAL MARATHON OF

‘COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS’ MOVIES

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 – SUNDAY, MARCH 22

STUDIO CITY, CA – March 19, 2020 – Hallmark Channel has a weekend of what viewers asked for, ‘We Need a Little Christmas,’ a special marathon featuring “Countdown to Christmas” movies Friday, March 20, through Sunday, March 22.


The Hallmark Channel premieres of “In the Key of Love,” “2020 Spring Fling Preview Special” and “2020 Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Preview Special” will air at their originally scheduled times on Saturday, March 21.


“Countdown to Christmas” movies starring fan favorites Candace Cameron Bure, Lacey Chabert, Holly Robinson Peete, Danica McKellar, Chad Michael Murray, Ryan Paevey and more will let viewers cozy-up at home and watch the movies they asked for. “A Christmas Detour” starring Cameron Bure and Paul Greene (“When Calls the Heart”) kicks off the special event on Friday, March 20 (12 p.m. ET/PT). The marathon continues throughout the weekend with movies including “Crown for Christmas,” “A Very Merry Mix-Up,” “Christmas at Dollywood,” “Write Before Christmas,” and concludes with “Christmas in Rome” (Sunday, March 22, 6 p.m. ET/PT).



The Full schedule appears below:

FRIDAY, MARCH 20th

12:00 p.m. ET/PT: “A Christmas Detour”
Stars: Candace Cameron Bure (“Fuller House”) and Paul Greene (“Bitten”)

2:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Holiday Date”
Stars: Brittany Bristow (“Rising Suns”), Matt Cohen (“General Hospital”), Teryl Rothery (“Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove”) and Bruce Boxleitner (“Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove”)

4:00 p.m. ET/PT: “A Christmas Love Story”
Stars: Kristin Chenoweth (“Glee”) and Scott Wolf (“The Night Shift”)

6:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Mingle all the Way”
Stars: Jen Lilley (“Days of Our Lives”), Brant Daugherty (“Pretty Little Liars”) and Lindsay Wagner (“The Bionic Woman”)

8:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Christmas Under Wraps”
Stars: Candace Cameron Bure (“Fuller House”), David O’Donnell (“12 Wishes of Christmas”),
Brian Doyle-Murray (“The Middle”) and Robert Pine (“Frozen”)

10:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Crown for Christmas”
Stars: Danica McKellar (“The Wonder Years”) and Rupert Penry-Jones (“Black Sails”)

SATURDAY, MARCH 21st

12:00 a.m. ET/PT: “The Christmas Cottage”
Stars: Merritt Patterson (“Forever in My Heart”) and Steve Lund (“Reign”)

2:00 a.m. ET/PT: “A Royal Christmas”
Stars: Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls), Stephan Hagan (“Against the Dark”) and Jane Seymour (“Dr. Quinn: Medicine Woman”)

3:30 a.m. ET/PT: “Marry Me at Christmas”
Stars: Rachel Skarsten (“Reign”) and Trevor Donovan (“90210”)

5:00 a.m. ET/PT: “A Very Merry Mix-Up”
Stars: Alicia Witt (“Orange is the New Black”) and Mark Wiebe (“Sweet Karma”)

7:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Christmas at Graceland: Home for the Holidays”
Stars: Adrian Grenier (“Entourage”), Kaitlin Doubleday (“Nashville”), Priscilla Presley and Chase Bryant

9:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Snow Bride”
Stars: Katrina Law (“Spartacus: War of the Damned”), Jordan Belfi (“Surrogates”) and Patricia Richardson (“Home Improvement”)

11:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Switched for Christmas”
Stars: Candace Cameron Bure (“Fuller House”), Eion Bailey (“Once Upon a Time”), Mark Deklin (“Grace and Frankie”) and Natasha Bure (“Make It or Break It”)

1:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Christmas at Dollywood”
Stars: Danica McKellar (“The Wonder Years”), Niall Matter (“Eureka”), and Dolly Parton (“Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors,” 9 to 5)

3:00 p.m. ET/PT: “The Nine Lives of Christmas”
Stars: Brandon Routh (“Superman Returns”) and Kimberley Sustad (“A Bride for Christmas”)

5:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Christmas at the Plaza”
Stars: Ryan Paevey (“General Hospital”) and Elizabeth Henstridge (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”)

7:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Christmas Town”
Stars: Candace Cameron Bure (“Fuller House”), Tim Rozon (“Schitt’s Creek”) and Beth Broderick (“Sharp Objects”)

SUNDAY, MARCH 22nd

12:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Picture a Perfect Christmas”
Stars: Merritt Patterson (“The Royals”) and Jon Cor (“Shadowhunters”)

2:00 a.m. ET/PT: “The Sweetest Christmas”
Stars: Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls) and Lea Coco (“Queen Sugar”)

4:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Coming Home for Christmas”
Stars: Danica McKellar (“The Wonder Years”), Neal Bledsoe (“The Mysteries of Laura”) and Andrew Francis (“Chesapeake Shores”)

6:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses”
Stars: Jill Wagner (“Teen Wolf”), Matthew Davis (“Legacies”) and Donna Mills (“Knots Landing”)

8:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Pride, Prejudice & Mistletoe”
Stars: Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls) and Brendan Penny (“Chesapeake Shores”)

10:00 a.m. ET/PT: “Christmas in Evergreen: Tidings of Joy”
Stars: Paul Greene (“When Calls the Heart”), Maggie Lawson (“Psych”), Barbara Niven (“Chesapeake Shores”), Holly Robinson Peete (“21 Jump Street”), Rukiya Bernard (“Van Helsing”), Colin Lawrence (“The Good Doctor”), Ashley Williams (“How I Met Your Mother”) and Jill Wagner (“Teen Wolf”)

12:00 p.m. ET/PT: “A Shoe Addict’s Christmas”
Stars: Candace Cameron Bure (“Fuller House”), Luke Macfarlane (“Brothers & Sisters”) and Jean Smart (“Designing Women”)

2:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Christmas Under the Stars”
Stars: Jesse Metcalfe (“Desperate Housewives”), Autumn Reeser (“The Arrangement”) and Clarke Peters (“The Wire”)

4:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Write Before Christmas”
Stars: Torrey DeVitto (“Chicago Med”), Chad Michael Murray (“Riverdale”), Grant Show (“Dynasty”), Lolita Davidovich (“How to Get Away with Murder”) and Drew Seeley (“Glory Daze”)

6:00 p.m. ET/PT: “Christmas in Rome”
Stars: Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls) and Sam Page (“The Bold Type”)

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I hope you all enjoy this marathon this weekend, as we are all encouraged to stay at home and social distance ourselves from the public during this coronavirus pandemic.

This Christmas movie marathon on the Hallmark Channel will give us all the warmth and community of the Holiday Season, which I know many of us need right now. May the True Light of Christmas outshine all the darkness!

Joyous Blessings, everyone and please take care!
Sending all of my dear friends here - a Social Distanced Hug! Net

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JOURNEY BACK to CHRISTMAS 🎄 this WEEK on HALLMARK!!! 🌟 SEE HERE:

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Let's journey back in time again this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday to Christmas on Hallmark!

Here are the CHRISTMAS MOVIES you can look forward to seeing this week on ALL THREE HALLMARK NETWORKS...

Hallmark Drama's
classic Christmas movie presentation is...
the Hallmark Hall of Fame film
"November Christmas"
on Wednesday, January 22nd at 9pm/8c..

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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
classic Christmas movie presentation is
"Journey Back to Christmas"
on Thursday, January 23rd at 9pm/8c.

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Hallmark Channel's
classic Christmas movie presentation is
"Write Before Christmas"
on Friday, January 24th at 10pm/9c.

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Once again, I hope you all enjoy watching Christmas this week! I'm looking forward to watching "Journey Back to Christmas" again and if I get a chance, "Write Before Christmas" - for the first time! It's actually one of those movies from Christmas still on my must-see list. I've heard many say they enjoyed it, so I'm sure I will too!

What is your Christmas movie pick of the week?

Joyous Blessings to You All! Net

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NEW on TV This Weekend from Hallmark & UPtv: Love in Winterland, Martha's Vineyard Mystery and Brimming with Love!

It's weekend number 2 of January, 2020! Whether you are somewhere where you have to bundle up from the cold or if you live in a warm climate, Hallmark has something special for you this weekend!

If you enjoy chilly weather, then you'll love Winterfest Saturday night, and if you love the beach, then get ready for the all new Martha's Vineyard Mystery - set at the shore!

And then, be sure to grab a cup of hot coffee for UPtv's newest premiere! See all the details below - of who, what, when, and where...


Saturday, January 11, 2020:

Join Italia Ricci, Chad Michael Murray and Jack Turner in a chilly, snowy setting in...

Love in Winterland

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Storyline via Hallmark: Los Angeles marketing executive Ally is a finalist on a hugely popular TV dating show who is sent to her hometown in snowy Vermont for a final televised date with bachelor Tanner. However, upon arriving home, she encounters her high school sweetheart Brett who now owns the historic inn where Ally, Tanner and the production crew are all staying. When the show producer discovers Brett’s unrequited affection for Ally, she helps stoke their old feelings for each other, creating a love triangle which forces Ally to re-think her choices in life and decide what’s truly important to her.

See the premiere of "Love in Winterland"

Saturday, January 11, 2020

at 9pm/8c. on the Hallmark Channel

Encore Air Times:

Sunday, January 12 at 6pm/5c.

Wednesday, January 15 at 10pm/9c.

Saturday, January 18 at 7pm/6c.

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Sunday, January 12, 2020:

UPtv is bringing us another cup of movie cheer this New Year with the premiere of...

Brimming with Love

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Storyline via UPtv: Allie is writing a column on local coffee shop owner, Sam, who is known for his matchmaking abilities. Skeptic Allie agrees to be matched by Sam, but proves to be a challenge. The reason may be that she is actually perfect for the matchmaker.

*This movie previously premiered on PixL. This is the first time it will premiere on UPtv!

See Brimming with Love

Sunday, January 12, 2020

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

Encore airing:

Sunday, January 12, 2020

at 11pm/10c. on UPtv

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More... Sunday, January 12, 2020:

Jesse Metcalfe stars in the first installment of this all new mystery series...

A Beautiful Place to Die:

A Martha's Vineyard Mystery

Storyline via Hallmark: After being injured and facing loss in the line of duty, retired Boston Police Detective Jeff Jackson (Metcalfe) returns to a quiet life of fishing, living in his late father’s home on Martha’s Vineyard. When a mysterious visitor to the island turns up dead, Jeff is reluctantly recruited to help in the investigation by the local police chief, a family friend. Adding a layer of complication, Zee Madieras – the chief’s daughter and Jeff’s former flame – is the medical examiner on the case. As the murder investigation casts suspicion on some of the town’s most powerful and wealthy citizens and brings Jeff and Zee’s lives in peril, they race to solve the case before another murder strikes the peaceful vacation town.

See the premiere of A Beautiful Place to Die:
A Martha's Vineyard Mystery

Sunday, January 12, 2020

at 8pm/7c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries,

the Hallmark Channel or Hallmark Drama!

*This movie will simulcast for this special one time only showing

on ALL THREE Hallmark networks at the same time!

*Encore Air Times ONLY on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries:

Friday, January 17 at 9pm/8c.

Sunday, January 19 at 6pm/5c.

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EXTRA NOTES:

*REMINDER: TIMES of NEW MOVIE PREMIERES have changed on BOTH HALLMARK NETWORKS! New movies on the Hallmark Channel now start at 9pm/8c., while new movies on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries begin at 8pm/7c. You'll want to be sure and set your DVR accordingly.

*Please know, I have not previewed these movies in advance. Some mysteries may be too much for younger viewers, so please be cautious there. If you see any content of concern, please share in comments below.


I hope you enjoy all three new movie premieres this weekend! Each one looks intriguing to me, in their own way. It's always nice to see the frosty air and snow in the Winterfest movies, which reminds me of Christmas. Plus, I love a good mystery, as long as it's not too creepy. And, as for UPtv's latest premiere, I always enjoy a lighthearted romantic comedy.

Which one most interests you? Share in comments below...

Blessings to you all!!! Net

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❄ HALLMARK CHANNEL'S WINTERFEST MOVIES 2020 ❄

Keep on... ❄Walkin' in a Winter Wonderland❄!

As January 2020 arrives, Hallmark eases out of Christmas movies and into snowy, icy landscapes! Come along for five new charming chilly adventures and celebrate Winterfest!

Credit: Hallmark Crown Media

Tyler Hynes and Lacey Chabert star in "Winter in Vail"
Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: David Brown

Winter in Vail

Starring: Lacey Chabert, Tyler Hynes

Premieres: Saturday, January 4, 2020

Storyline via Hallmark: Chelsea inherits a house in Vail. She meets Owen and gets a much needed break. Together, they put on Strudelfest to highlight the charm of Old Vail.

Review: This chilly Winterfest movie is one that will truly warm your heart. Family friendly and delightful, you'll simply fall in love with Chelsea (played by Lacey Chabert) and Owen (played by Tyler Hynes) as they bring life to the town of Vail, Colorado with a new festival, which brings the community together and new visitors! Along the way, Chelsea must decide which path she most wants to take and which decision leads her ultimately home.

*This film has the "It's a Wonderful Movie" family-friendly seal of approval!

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Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Jen Osborne

Love in Winterland

Starring: Italia Ricci, Chad Michael Murray, Jack Turner

Premieres: Saturday, January 11, 2020

Storyline via Hallmark: Ally, a final contestant on a dating show, must face her high school sweetheart when she is chosen for the Hometown Date.

Los Angeles marketing executive Ally is a finalist on a hugely popular TV dating show who is sent to her hometown in snowy Vermont for a final televised date with bachelor Tanner. However, upon arriving home, she encounters her high school sweetheart Brett who now owns the historic inn where Alice, Tanner and the production crew are all staying. When the show producer discovers Brett’s unrequited affection for Ally, she helps stoke their old feelings for each other, creating a love triangle which forces Ally to re-think her choices in life and decide what’s truly important to her.

Review: "Love in Winterland" is one of those sweet stories of coming home and seeing your first love again. While trying to ignite a spark with someone else, much to Ally's (Italia Ricci) annoyance, she finds herself attracted once more to her irritatingly still handsome high school boyfriend, Brett (Chad Michael Murray), who does everything he can to charm himself into Ally's life again. Who will Ally ultimately choose is the real focus of this Hallmark rom-com movie that features a beautiful inn during the snowy winter and a fun sled ride down a large hill. I found this movie to be pleasant and enjoyable.

*This film has the "It's a Wonderful Movie" family-friendly seal of approval!

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Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Lilja Jonsdottir

Love on Iceland

Starring: Colin Donnell, Kaitlin Doubleday, Patti Murin

Premieres: Saturday, January 18, 2020

Storyline via Hallmark: Seeking inspiration for work, Chloe gathers her college travel group back together for a trip to Iceland. When her ex, a member of the group, shows up uninvited, sparks fly.

Hardworking podcast producer Chloe is hoping to recharge her batteries during a spontaneously planned vacation with her college friends Isabella and Kenneth. She has chosen Iceland as their destination, inspired by a podcast guest who found a new lease on life and career during a sojourn in the majestic “land of fire and ice.” But Chloe’s transformative journey takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of another traveler: Charlie, her ex-boyfriend from college.

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Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States
LLC/Photographer: Courtesy of Johnson Production Group

Amazing Winter Romance

Starring: Jessy Schram, Marshall Williams

Premieres: Saturday, January 20, 2020

Storyline via Hallmark: When journalist Julia goes back home to find inspiration, she discovers her childhood friend has built a giant snow maze which prompts her to find her way to true love.

Julia’s been writing about lost dreams instead of her usual uplifting articles. Wanting her “seize-the-day” spirit back, she goes home to write about small-town charm and instantly feels the warmth of her community. But it’s the gigantic snow maze her childhood friend Nate built that inspires her to write something her boss loves. Now she’s wanted back in the city, but Julia’s reluctant to go. She feels chemistry with Nate and wonders if he feels it too. Catching sight of him seemingly enjoying a date, Julia leaves heartbroken. If only he’d utter the one word she needs to hear – stay.

Review: If you're looking for a Winterfest movie with real snow and a great wintery, chilly feel, with lots of fun action-packed activities and excitement, then this film is it! Perfect for all ages, "Amazing Winter Romance" includes sledding, a huge snow maze that is truly incredible and beautiful on screen, snowmobiling, snow plowing, and horse-back riding! Plus, there's an adorable little girl, a very cute dog, and a sweet romance! This movie is truly jam-packed with just about everything fun during the winter, minus the cold! My family thoroughly enjoyed every minute, mainly due to the joyful Jessy Schram ("Road to Christmas") and the delightful Marshall Williams ("When Hope Calls"), who are truly the perfect, ideal boy and girl next door. I found this movie to be "snow" much fun to watch and very sweet!

*This film has the "It's a Wonderful Movie" family-friendly seal of approval!

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Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Farah Nosh

Hearts of Winter

Starring: Jill Wagner, Victor Webster, Rukiya Bernard

Premieres: Saturday, January 25, 2020

Storyline via Hallmark: An interior designer brings new life to the house of a widower and his daughter and finds love in the process.

Designer Bethany select’s Grant’s house as winner of her makeover contest. But he’s unaware his daughter Zoe even entered until Bethany and her camera crew arrive. Realizing Grant is attached to his house full of memories of his late wife, Bethany backs off, but encouraged by Zoe’s enthusiasm and Bethany’s patience, Grant begins to enjoy the process, not to mention Bethany. Even TV viewers see their chemistry and only want more. But Bethany isn’t sure a career can mix with a relationship, and Grant isn’t sure his heart is big enough for both his wife’s memory and a new love.

Review: First of all, this film stars one of my all-time favorite actresses, Jill Wagner. She brings such life and personality to each role she portrays, and her portrayal of designer Bethany is no different. With each home design project, Bethany brings a fresh set of creative ideas to brighten up people's homes. When a widowed father, Grant, and his teenage daughter, Zoe, win a contest to have their home re-designed, the father is clearly not thrilled with this plan, but seeing how much this means to his daughter, he ultimately gives in.

It's obvious that Grant still has remaining issues of grief over the loss of his wife, which is why he is resistant to changing their home. While working with Bethany, Grant eases into the idea of keeping some of their special keepsakes from the past, while adding some new additions to their home.

Jill and Victor are wonderful in this emotional, mature love story. In fact, this is not the first time Jill Wagner and Victor Webster have been paired in a Hallmark Channel film; they appeared together in the 2017 Fall Harvest movie "A Harvest Wedding."

I believe this heartwarming movie will touch your heart. There's a special moment in the film when the daughter and father pray together each night. What a wonderful thing to see. I hope this inspires other parents with teens. If you start them young, then it becomes a comfortable, yet special routine.

I like the way that Bethany works with both Grant and Zoe in the re-designing of their home. At one point, she tells Grant that a painting he likes goes with the home re-design simply because he likes it. That's the way it should be; our homes should be a reflection of our inner personalities.

As Grant and Bethany become more friendly, is he willing to open up more than just his home? Is he willing to open his heart again to love? I think you will enjoy where this Hallmark love story ends.

*This film has the "It's a Wonderful Movie" family-friendly seal of approval!

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Like many of you, I will truly miss Hallmark's Christmas movies come January, but with these winter themes, each new Winterfest film looks almost like a snowy Christmas Card.

May the Winterfest movies warm all of our hearts in the New Year!

*UPDATE (February, 2020) - I have watched all of the new 2020 Hallmark Channel Winterfest movie premieres, and I found them all to be family-friendly and wholesome entertainment.

There is NO language or adult dialogue. There may be some drinking, such as wine. However, none of the characters are ever intoxicated. As far as adult situations go, (SPOILER ALERT!) there is a sweet, decent kiss at the end of each film!

I hope you enjoy watching all of these Winterfest movies!

Blessings, Net

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