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If you want
Gi-yeon is burdened by her half-brother's insidious gaze, but one day when he enters the bedroom, she decides to run away. Gi-yeon, who comes to Seoul for the first time, is caught by gangsters, but with the help of lightning, she gets out of trouble and lives with him in his apartment. Lightning, a member of a criminal organization, rejects Gi-yeon's pure love and for the sake of money, he makes Saron's regular customers Song Jeon-mu and Gi-yeon live. One day, Ki-yeon finds out that she is having a child of lightning. Lightning coolly shakes off Gi-yeon's hand, begging for her to live with her.
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Plot Summary
Kathleen is a cynical young woman who doesn't believe in love after a string of bad relationships. Unbeknownst to her, Cupid, disguised as a mortal named Patrick, is sent to her small town to make her fall in love. As Patrick tries to guide Kathleen towards romance, he finds himself falling for her too, creating a complicated situation for the god of love.
Critical Reception
If You Believe is a lighthearted made-for-television Christmas movie that was generally well-received for its charming premise and positive message. While not a critical darling, it found an audience that appreciated its blend of fantasy and romance, making it a popular choice during the holiday season.
What Reviewers Say
A heartwarming and whimsical holiday romance.
Haylie Duff delivers a charming performance as a woman finding love.
The fantasy element adds a unique twist to the typical Christmas movie formula.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'If You Believe' is generally positive, with viewers often praising its feel-good nature and romantic storyline, making it a favorite holiday viewing choice for many.
Fun Fact
The movie was originally released as a Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation.
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