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The Heart of Christmas

2011·Movie
1h 26min
63
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle3
  • Tension2

Heart

Uplifting and heartwarming

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness10
  • Family Dynamics10
  • Wholesome9

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy2
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Family, everyday modern life, and faith and meaning

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Character Depth7
  • Acting6
  • Intrigue6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

Told in flashback from the perspective of Megan, the storyline unfolds when her commitment to faith and family is renewed after reading the blog of Julie Locke, the online journal that Julie kept after her 13 months old Dax was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
Faith-Based DramaUplifting StoryInspirationalChristmas ThemeFamily-OrientedTouchingSentimentalIllness & Hope

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Heart of Christmas legally?

The Heart of Christmas is included with a subscription to Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Heart of Christmas worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Heart of Christmas?

1 h 26 min

The Heart of Christmas runs 1 h 26 min.

Is The Heart of Christmas based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Heart of Christmas in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Heart of Christmas?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Heart of Christmas in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.