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<em>'The Christmas Train'</em>, in short: Strong cast, lame plot. I did enjoy those onscreen, but I just didn't find any entertainment with the story - which, due to the ending (which I did see coming, but was hoping I was wrong), only gets...
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The Christmas Train
2017
Movie
98 min
English
Forced to take the intercontinental trip to Los Angeles by train, and determined to chronicle his adventure, disillusioned journalist Tom Langdon finds himself westbound with a variety of characters. While all passengers on the Christmas train appear to be headed for the same destination, Tom has no idea that the rugged locomotives taking him across America will instead detour straight into his heart.
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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Emil Villa•Genres: Romance, Holiday
Plot Summary
A cynical journalist, Tom, is tasked with covering the annual Christmas train journey from New York to Denver. Along the way, he meets his ex-girlfriend, Julia, who is also on the train. As they travel, they encounter various passengers and rediscover their feelings for each other, while Tom's initial skepticism about the holiday spirit begins to wane.
Critical Reception
The Christmas Train was generally well-received by audiences, particularly those who enjoy holiday-themed romantic comedies. Critics noted its heartwarming story and the chemistry between the lead actors, though some found it predictable.
What Reviewers Say
A sweet and festive romance perfect for the holiday season.
Features enjoyable performances from its lead cast.
Follows a familiar, yet comforting, romantic comedy formula.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's charm and its ability to evoke a strong sense of Christmas spirit, making it a popular choice for holiday movie marathons.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the 2011 novel of the same name by Hallmark Hall of Fame author David Baldacci.
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