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Stalking Santa
Children everywhere defend his existence, and one man will stop at nothing to discover the truth. This Christmas Dr. Lloyd Darrow, with the emotional (and financial) support of his wife Barbara, and their children Keith (naughty) and Kiely (nice), will conduct an experiment so ambitious that it could very well capture THE visit from Santa Claus himself! In preparation for the big night, Dr. Darrow and his intern Clarence (self-proclaimed Santologists) gather extraordinary evidence of the jolly gift-giver from the North. Their research takes you from the pyramids of Egypt, to the Town Center Shopping Plaza in Polka City, Ohio, and even to the UFO fields of Roswell, New Mexico.
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Plot Summary
A successful and cynical advertising executive, Charlotte, is determined to uncover the truth behind the alleged miraculous Christmas spirit of a small town. She goes undercover as a tourist to expose the town's mayor, a charming but mysterious man who claims to embody the spirit of Santa Claus. As Charlotte delves deeper, she finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the mayor and the town's genuine festive atmosphere, challenging her own jaded worldview.
Critical Reception
Stalking Santa was primarily released as a made-for-television film and received a mixed reception. While some critics appreciated its lighthearted holiday theme and romantic elements, others found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. It appealed mainly to audiences looking for a simple, feel-good Christmas movie.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its festive and romantic holiday themes.
Criticized for a predictable plot and generic characters.
Seen as a light and enjoyable, albeit unremarkable, Christmas film.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this made-for-television film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Although Nicollette Sheridan plays a cynical advertising executive, she is famously known for her role as the glamorous Edie Britt in the ABC series 'Desperate Housewives', which aired concurrently with this film's release.
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