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The Christmas Shoes

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A workaholic attorney rediscovers the true meaning of love and the holiday season after he crosses paths with a boy.
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The Christmas Shoes

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John Leonard New York Magazine/Vulture 01/31/2018
For this sort of role, [Rob Lowe] leaves The West Wing? Go to Full Review
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TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Dec 8 The Christmas Shoes is a heartfelt Hallmark-style film starring Rob Lowe and Max Morrow as Nathan, a young boy determined to buy a pair of shoes for his ill mother. The story is deeply emotional, balancing sorrow with warmth, and captures the struggles of family, love, and generosity. Rob Lowe delivers a standout performance, bringing sincerity and depth that grounds the film, while Max Morrow’s portrayal of Nathan is touching and authentic. The screenplay is carefully crafted, allowing emotional beats to resonate without becoming overly sentimental. Cinematography emphasizes intimate moments, and the seasonal setting, combined with the musical cues, reinforces the holiday spirit. While supporting characters are less developed, they enhance the central narrative effectively. Nathan’s determination to get his mom’s shoes is both heartrending and inspiring, making the film a memorable and moving experience. The Christmas Shoes is perfect for viewers seeking an emotionally driven See more david K. @DJK1949 Dec 6 Shows the critic knows nothing, super Christmas movie. Rob Lowe was perfect in the role! See more TERRANCE N Jan 2 The plot made no sense. Why couldn't someone just give the kid th $20 to buy the shoes? See more 09/11/2020 Very heartwarming, but make sure you have tissues handy. Loved Rob Lowe and Kimberly Williams. See more 03/05/2019 Not much to say about this one. Cheesy yet poignant and occasionally funny even if Rob Lowe's performance isn't great. And...that's it, I guess. See more @Timofdragons 02/07/2019 Very cheesy and cliche. So bad. Not well acted, not funny, not touching. A manipulative holiday movie. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis A workaholic attorney rediscovers the true meaning of love and the holiday season after he crosses paths with a boy.
Director
Andy Wolk
Producer
Michael Mahoney
Screenwriter
Donna VanLiere, Wesley Bishop
Production Co
Miramax
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Holiday, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Oct 13, 2009
Runtime
1h 36m