A Madea Christmas
A Madea Christmas

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A Madea Christmas

2013
Movie
99 min
English

Madea dispenses her unique form of holiday spirit on rural town when she's coaxed into helping a friend pay her daughter a surprise visit in the country for Christmas.

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IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes14%
Metacritic30/100
Google Users50%
Director: Tyler PerryGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Madea is reluctant to spend Christmas with her family, but is forced to when her friend's daughter needs help. She ends up in a rural town where she must deal with a feuding family and their holiday traditions. Along the way, she learns the true meaning of Christmas and family.

Critical Reception

A Madea Christmas received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the humor to be stale and the plot predictable. However, it performed well at the box office, appealing to its dedicated fan base.

What Reviewers Say

  • While some viewers appreciate Madea's signature humor, critics largely found the film to be a formulaic and uninspired holiday comedy.

  • The movie relies heavily on tired stereotypes and predictable plot points, offering little freshness or originality.

  • Despite the critical panning, the film's target audience often finds enjoyment in its familiar comedic style and holiday themes.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with many enjoying Madea's comedic antics and the holiday spirit, while others found the humor repetitive and the story lacking depth.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Atlanta, Georgia, like most of Tyler Perry's productions.

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