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The Christmas Showdown

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Former best friends April and Chastity compete for the same event design job at a Christmas show. They must overcome their past falling-out and work together to impress the producer, but rivalry intensifies.
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TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Dec 17 The Christmas Showdown tries to sell itself as a rivalry film, but it never delivers on that promise. The opening minutes suggest a holiday clash energy, yet that spark quickly fades into something bland and forgettable. The screenplay feels rushed and overcrowded. Scenes move too fast without emotional buildup, while dialogue is heavy and unnatural. Instead of letting moments breathe, the film jumps ahead, leaving characters and motivations underdeveloped. Direction is another weak point. The pacing works against the story, making everything feel forced rather than earned. Quick cuts and tonal shifts prevent the film from finding a consistent rhythm or genuine holiday warmth. The performances suffer as a result. The cast often feels like they are reciting lines instead of inhabiting their roles, which kills any chance of believable chemistry or charm. In the end, The Christmas Showdown is a missed opportunity. It hints at fun but never commits, resulting in a hollow holiday movie. See more Tiffany G Dec 17 Review: https://wp.me/p65txm-i1J/#TheChristmasShowdown See more Tonia M @Tonidm Dec 8 Super cute, funny movie. I loved the two stars of this film. Beautiful scenery. Loretta Devine is Wonderful. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Former best friends April and Chastity compete for the same event design job at a Christmas show. They must overcome their past falling-out and work together to impress the producer, but rivalry intensifies.
Director
Nanea Miyata
Screenwriter
Tobin Addington
Production Co
The Ninth House
Genre
Holiday, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (TV)
Dec 6, 2025
Runtime
2h 0m
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