Noëlle

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Noëlle

PG

Released Dec 7, 2007

1h 41m

Holiday

Drama

Romance

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Shortly before Christmas, Father Jonathan Keene (David Wall) arrives to shut down the church of a fishing village's dwindling parish. Though he is usually dispassionate and efficient when working on such tasks, events take a different turn when he becomes entangled in the lives of the town's eccentric residents.

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Frank Scheck

The Hollywood Reporter

An interesting and heartfelt effort.

Dec 19, 2007

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Joe Leydon

Variety

Obviously a labor of love for all parties involved, Noelle is an engagingly low-key, Christian-skewing indie.

Dec 10, 2007

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Jim Lane

Sacramento News & Review

There's an air of sincere piety...but it's simply not very good

Rated: 2/5

Dec 14, 2007

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Linda Cook

Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)

I had high hopes for "Noelle."Oh, well.

Rated: 1/4

Dec 11, 2007

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John Beifuss

Commercial Appeal (Memphis, TN)

Catholics upset over 'The Golden Compass' should direct their ire at this film instead.

Rated: 1.5/4

Dec 7, 2007

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Brandon Fibbs

Christianity Today

Nolle balances wit and pathos, legalism and relationship, guilt and grace in such a way that will ring true in both your heart and your head this yuletide season

Rated: 3/4

Dec 7, 2007

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Esther H

I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this film. There were limited past viewers which can let you know that

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/01/25

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James C

I watched this film for the first time last Christmas. It stayed with me; so much so that I wanted to watch it again this Christmas as well. It has an endearing, inspirational message. It also proves that a filmmaker doesn't have to spend a fortune to make a quality film. Kudos to all involved.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/26/24

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J S

A story that brought up some interesting topics that could have gone a bit deeper, and that I have not seen discussed in other films. The foreshadowing was well done and, unlike other commenters, I enjoyed the banter of the townspeople, which provided information about how the people in the community treated one another. I remember thinking that the dialogue was simple, yet had it's own humor, and created the backdrop for why the resident priest didn't always follow the rules. It was a good contrast with the other priest, who said he didn't like people and just followed rules. Although the acting was a bit stiff, it is heartfelt and meaningful. It made me truly laugh out loud a few times and brought me to tears twice, too. While Hollywood usually prefers small budget films to have a small cast, often horror films when a screenwriter is starting out, this American film is refreshing in a way Hollywood would typically not be interested. If you like more European style films, then you'll likely like this one.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/21/24

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Carolyn C

Such a sweet story and so meaningful. I loved this movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/08/24

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Pamela D

We all really loved it. The story was interested from the start to the finish. We laughed at parts and cried at other parts. We really enjoyed this movie! Some scenes were very heartfelt.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/07/24

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CH B

I like the movie even though the acting wasn't always great. It was clean, with a strong message about forgiveness and new life in Christ. I loved the story.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/11/23

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David Wall

Father Jonathan Keene

Kerry Wall

Marjorie Worthington

Sean Patrick Brennan

Father Simeone Joyce

Brennan Wall

Noel

Jean Bates

Mrs. Eleanor Worthington

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Synopsis

Shortly before Christmas, Father Jonathan Keene (David Wall) arrives to shut down the church of a fishing village's dwindling parish. Though he is usually dispassionate and efficient when working on such tasks, events take a different turn when he becomes entangled in the lives of the town's eccentric residents.

Director: David Wall
Producer: David Wall, Kerry Wall, Sean Patrick Brennan, Lenny Manzo
Screenwriter: David Wall
Production Co: Volo Films, Gener8Xion Entertainment
Rating: PG (A Fight|Thematic Elements)
Genre: Holiday, Drama, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 7, 2007, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 29, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $242.9K
Runtime: 1h 41m

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