Christa Taylor Brown
Mia Meijer
Overview
Mia Meijer gets ready for the Christmas Market Dutch Bake-Off and suspects that her grandmother, Ann, will walk away with the cherished Golden Rolling Pin thanks to her Kerststol, a traditional Dutch fruited Christmas bread. But Mia's world is rocked when she learns that Ann was having financial troubles and had to sell the land deed to the Windmill Way property in her family for generations. Making matters worse, the buyer is Mia's former boyfriend, property developer Brady Schaltz, who must let Mia and Ann know the Meijer family-owned heritage Dutch sawmill, renowned for the past 90 years for its fine millwork and beautiful wooden furniture, will be torn down to put up a luxurious resort.
Cast
11 people
Reviews
Dean
Great Xmas movie. Very clean with no agenda or anything unnecessary. Great choice for family Xmas movie to watch.
Read full reviewAudience Opinions
Audience 6.8/10
"A cozy, trope-subverting holiday romance with charm but little depth."
Viewers appreciate the fresh take on Christmas movie tropes, particularly the focus on family traditions and a less predictable romantic arc. The Dutch-inspired setting and warm performances add to its appeal, though some find the plot too lightweight and the pacing uneven.
What viewers praise
- Trope-subverting story Breaks from typical Christmas movie clichés, offering a more grounded and family-focused narrative.
- Charming setting The Dutch-inspired Christmas market and Windmill Way backdrop create a cozy, festive atmosphere.
- Warm performances The cast, especially Christa Taylor Brown and Marcia Bennett, delivers heartfelt and engaging performances.
- Lighthearted tone A feel-good movie that avoids excessive sentimentality, making it easy to enjoy.
Common complaints
- Thin plot The story lacks depth and complexity, relying too much on familiar holiday movie beats.
- Uneven pacing Some scenes drag while others feel rushed, disrupting the flow of the narrative.
- Underdeveloped side characters Supporting roles, including Chad Michael Murray’s, feel shallow and underutilized.
Recommended for
Holiday romance fans Family movie nights Lighthearted Christmas watchers Fans of cozy settings
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