Movie spotlight
Christmas on Ice
Courtney Bennett, a former US figure skating hopeful, runs the city’s public skating rink but when the Mayor announces its closing, Courtney is heartbroken but determined to save it. After Courtney’s attempts to warm the Mayor’s Scrooge-like heart fail, she enlists the help of Noah Tremblay, a former professional hockey player and single dad, who owns the new indoor skating center, to help her, and together they find more than just the spirit of holidays on the ice.
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Plot Summary
A former figure skating champion, down on her luck, gets a job coaching a handsome but inexperienced widower for the Christmas ice skating competition. As they train together, sparks begin to fly amidst the holiday cheer and the pressure of the competition. She must decide if she can trust again and if love can bloom on the ice.
Critical Reception
Christmas on Ice is a typical made-for-television holiday romance, generally appealing to fans of the genre who enjoy lighthearted, feel-good seasonal stories. While it received a generally positive audience response for its charming premise and holiday spirit, critical reviews were sparse, focusing on its predictability and light dramatic stakes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its festive atmosphere and sweet romantic storyline.
Considered a predictable but enjoyable entry in the holiday movie genre.
Audiences appreciated the skating elements and the uplifting message.
Google audience: N/A
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, which provided a picturesque winter backdrop for the story.
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