The Angel of Pennsylvania Avenue
When an unemployed Detroit man is arrested for a crime he didn't commit, his three children are determined to get him out of jail in time for Christmas and they decide to enlist the help of "the most powerful man in the world" - President Hoover. En route to the White House, they meet an array of colorful characters.
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Plot Summary
During the Christmas season, a young woman named Sarah escapes from a reformatory and finds herself embroiled in a plot involving a stolen painting. She forms an unlikely friendship with a kindly retired general, who helps her navigate the complex situation and seek justice. Sarah must confront her past and find the true meaning of family and redemption.
Critical Reception
The film was a modest made-for-television movie that garnered a mixed to positive reception, primarily praised for its heartwarming holiday themes and Tiffani Thiessen's performance. While not a critical blockbuster, it found a comfortable niche as a family-friendly Christmas film.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its charming holiday spirit and positive messages.
- Tiffani Thiessen's performance was highlighted as a strong point.
- Some found the plot predictable but ultimately satisfying for a family audience.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented through aggregated Google user reviews for this particular television film.
Fun Fact
Tiffani Thiessen, who plays the lead role of Sarah, was also a prominent actress in the popular teen sitcom 'Saved by the Bell' around the same time the movie was released.
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