A Majestic Christmas (2018 TV Movie) User Reviews

Memorable spirit of fond Christmas's past

[Ed-Shullivan · 7/10 · 16 November 2019]

Memorable on many levels. First, there are the childhood memories of Connor (Christian Vincent), that are reminiscent when he sees a picture of himself as a 10 year old boy standing in front of the Majestic Playhouse with a very broad smile on his face. The Majestic Playhouse was owned by his Aunt and Uncle and willed to him when his Aunt passes away.

Nell (Jerrika Hinton) is the architect assigned to tear it down and re-build it in to a modern day plaza/entertainment venue but she also has fond memories as do her parents who assisted every year in putting on the annual Christmas pageant. Now that annual event will be nothing more than a memory if the Majestic Playhouse is torn down to make way for future profits.

A romance between Connor and Nell is imminent and it is their fond memories of years gone by that draws this romance/Christmas themed story into a "majestic" masterpiece. It will make most viewers reflect on their own fond memories of the spirit of Christmas past. It did for me.

Nicely done. I rate it at 7/10

Appealing characters

[lyndavanleeuwen · 7/10 · 15 November 2019]

I liked this film! Main characters seemed real and weren't the usual obnoxious pretenders, parading around snowy Landscapes in spiked heel shoes & boots, or so thin they looked anorexic! Definite improvement of the run of the mill Hallmark features! Appreciated the Montreal setting! Too bad you can't claim the Canadian locations instead of pretending its in the US all the time! Jeez what's wrong with Canadian settings?

Too long

[mylancer03 · 6/10 · 5 December 2020]

This was a pleasant movie, but there was too much giggling and it was really too long.

correct

[Kirpianuscus · 23 December 2021]

I admired Ellen David job as wise coffe shop owner. I loved the portraits of Neill's parents. And, sure, I adore The Majestic Playhouse.

In essence, a correct Hallmark film. Good chemistry between main actors, nice story, touching hommage to a small town - the idea of multiplex is so eccentric than it is very bizzarre to comment it. A nice film, well crafted, using the familiar cliches but mixing old fashions crumbs than real work and give soul to the story. And , sure, few emotional sparkles.

Nice, Predictable, but one flaw

[barlowralph · 7/10 · 5 December 2018]

A Majestic Christmas is a nice story very clearly set in the Hallmark formula, generally well acted and produced. One glaring error (or several errors really) was in the performance of O Holy Night: some notes in the melody were wrong, some of the harmonies were VERY wrong, and the word "divine" is pronounced "dih-vine," not DEE-vine! Anyone who has ever sung in a choir at Christmas would know this, and the music staff on the film should have know also. Otherwise, I have no real objections.

Not so majestic but not a folly

[TheLittleSongbird · 7/10 · 28 December 2019]

2018's 'A Majestic Christmas' was one of many festive films, from mostly 2017-2019, seen in the past couple of months as part of a Christmas film quest, featuring the festive work of Hallmark and Lifetime primarily. Just to broaden my horizons other than just seeing the old Christmas classics seen every year without fail ever since very early childhood. A quest that turned out to be quite interesting but very variable.

It turned out to be one of the better films in this quest. Not a masterpiece in any shape or form and won't be a personal favourite, but it did well with what it set out to do, didn't try to do more than needed and at least seemed to know what to do with itself. This is coming from somebody who loves film, television of all genres and decades, so somebody that aims to have as varied a film taste as possible judging it on its own merits and not comparing it to anything else.

'A Majestic Christmas' is not for those that dislike cliche overload, with most of the characters and situations as cliched as they come it does make things very predictable.

There is some sloppy editing here and there and some of the script is a bit overripe and sappy.

However, anybody that wants their hearts warmed and wants to be charmed for a couple of hours, while seeing something inoffensive and something different on the television are likely though to find much to like about 'A Majestic Christmas'. The odd parts of sloppy editing aside, the film looks quite good with a quite picturesque setting that makes one want to be there. The soundtrack creates nostalgia and put a smile on the face.

While the dialogue is not flawless by any stretch, it is generally not as cheesy or as forced as a lot of festive films or films with similar story types. The story is formulaic, but is also immensely charming and heart-warming. There is nothing mean-spirited about it and it generally doesn't go overboard on the sentimentality. Some nice romantic chemistry can be seen and the character interaction is natural. The film further benefits from likeable lead performances, that didn't look wooden, and a competent supporting cast that aren't bland or annoying. The characters are familiar tropes but ring true more than most characters that fit these tropes in these films.

Concluding, worthwhile if not a must see. 7/10

A Majestic Christmas

[JoBloTheMovieCritic · 6/10 · 20 July 2019]

6/10 - not bad, but it had nothing to make it special

A Very Nice Holiday Movie!

[lasvwilliams · 4/10 · 1 January 2019]

I really enjoyed watching this movie, especially the diversity of the cast. I was disappointed that it wasn't in the lineup as much as the other movies. If available, I would love to find out if on dvd. I would definitely purchase it!! It warmed my heart.

An architect comes home for Christmas

[kz917-1 · 3/10 · 18 August 2019]

Score on for Hallmark making strides in diversity!

Lovely Holiday Movie!

[whlwtcher · 9/10 · 3 December 2018]

Great Hallmark movie that grabbed me from the start. The chemistry amongst the cast was wonderful to watch - everyone seemed to really play well off each other. Their interaction seemed effortless - like they were all friends for a long time. And leads (Jerrika Hinton, Christian Vincent) were a delight. I found myself smiling whenever they were on the screen together. Beautiful couple. Christopher Hayes' Barry was hysterical! All in all the movie was a joy to watch. I can't wait for another showing so I can DVR for my collection. Thank you Hallmark for the production. It was wonderful.

Not believable

[deedrahsue · 1/10 · 17 December 2018]

This seemed so forced! The relationship seemed forced, like he was not into her at all the romantic scences seemed seriously awkward. Didn't even finish this show, that's a first for me.

Not just another tear down!

[cgvsluis · 5/10 · 24 December 2020]

She's cute and do is he. The town doesn't need a multiplex. A lot of silent thinking in this holiday romance. There were a few more awkward moments in this film for some reason. But it all comes together in the end. Happy Holidays, from Brier.

Take Time to Smell the Pine Needles

[antoniocassone2013 · 10/10 · 3 December 2018]

This holiday fair is just what I needed in these topsy turvy times. Hallmark always delivers this time of year. What makes this movie a standout is the reminder of simpler things and trying to show others to lighten up and take time out for those simpler things. Jerrika Hinton and Christian Vincent score in the lead roles, each playing off each other well. My favorite part of it was the ambience and tone set by the direction and production design. Sure, some of it was formula, but isn't that the point with Hallmark films? I WANT to get what I expected and here the pacing, the cast and the beautiful visuals were all icing on the cake. Bravo! Great holiday entertainment.

I love this movie!

[bookwormforlife34 · 10/10 · 26 December 2018]

I loved this movie. I just wish Hallmark would place this movie more often in the holiday movie rotation.

perfect holiday fare!

[jackyrosenfeld-97688 · 10/10 · 28 December 2018]

We loved it. Wonderful holiday entertainment. A welcome bit of escapism for these troubled times.

The SPIRIT of Christmas at it's BEST!

[peacockmgfg · 10/10 · 22 December 2018]

Loved the PLOT; Loved the CHARACTERS...More PLEASE!

Excellent

[smbrooks-62067 · 10/10 · 27 May 2019]

I loved this movie. After seeing it the first time I told my Facebook relatives to watch it with their children. I was so happy to also watch Christmas Everlasting and Gingerbread Christmas. Out of the 3, Majestic Christmas was my favorite. I can't wait to purchase it for my grandchildren and cousins. It was greatly to see African Americans and other people of color as young lovers.