This knock of movie was absoulty the most terrible cinematic film i have ever seen, the fact that i had to stop half way through because it its such cliche, cringeworthy, and represents a bad australian image of films. The plot of the film was so basic, it wasnt entertaining whatsoever. I mean two men trapped in a christimas store held hostage by women wanting money? Most boring thing you could ever image. It is an unbelieveable story with clips that wouldnt happen in real ife. Like them saying 'if we get 300k from you you will be set free' That is such a bad depiction, that obviously means they will some how get caught either way. This film was not humorous at all, i can tell that they tend to try and use "Australian" humor in it which was extremly cringey. And the fact that its rated pg, but was very innapropriate including things like bad sexual language, a gun for the prop... what could go worse.
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Surprisingly fun, Aussie Christmas movie
sarahkrogers12 December 2022
I thought I'd hate it but my daughter made me watch it and it was so much fun! The cast look like they had a ball making it. Sure, it's a cheesy Christmas movie but they're supposed to be cheesy. Maybe, because I'm Australian, it felt more relatable than the cringe-worthy, northern hemisphere Christmas movies that are usually dished up at this time of year. The acting was great and the kids were delightful. I mostly remember Matt Okine from his days as a Triple J radio presenter but he has solid acting chops. Miranda Tapsell is always a joy to watch and Ed Oxenbould is the perfect awkward teen. Story wasn't exactly realistic but there's romance, twists and fart jokes that the kids will enjoy.
A fun family Christmas film
michaelfgaldes9 December 2022
I just watched this film with my family and the kids and adults both absolutely loved it. It features so many great Australian actors and the story is unpredictable with so many hilarious twists and turns right until the end. Unlike most films these days the trailer doesn't ruin the movie by showing all of the good jokes and plot points. Miranda Tapsell's performance was a highlight, she is so funny and likeable. Chai Hansen's performance was another highlight of the film. The child actors all did a very great job also. This is a Christmas film that we will be watching every Christmas from now on.
Finally an Aussie Christmas film worthy of classic status
rooster-873456 December 2022
This is a film that is just non-stop fun.
It doesn't make me want to live a better life or change the way that I think, but I feel in no way that Christmas Ransom ever tries to do that. Instead you find yourself overcome by joy and feeling like a kid again when the wackiness of movie takes over. The fun that the cast and crew seem to be having when making this is infectious.
Christmas Ransom can exist on its own without comparison to other properties, as it feels more a result of childish fantasy, rather than an imitation of any other Christmas film.
Very enjoyable as an adult, but I can more surely say, that for child-me, this would've been my favourite movie. Worth it for the serotonin boost.
It doesn't make me want to live a better life or change the way that I think, but I feel in no way that Christmas Ransom ever tries to do that. Instead you find yourself overcome by joy and feeling like a kid again when the wackiness of movie takes over. The fun that the cast and crew seem to be having when making this is infectious.
Christmas Ransom can exist on its own without comparison to other properties, as it feels more a result of childish fantasy, rather than an imitation of any other Christmas film.
Very enjoyable as an adult, but I can more surely say, that for child-me, this would've been my favourite movie. Worth it for the serotonin boost.
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