12 Dates of Christmas
A landscape architect navigates a cheerfully frantic Christmas Eve repeatedly, not to save the world, but to recapture a lost connection with an ex-boyfriend after a disastrous blind date. This romantic comedy employs a time-loop premise, reminiscent of "Groundhog Day", but focuses on the bittersweet ache of unresolved grief – specifically, the protagonist’s relationship with her deceased mother – as the engine for her repeated attempts. Each iteration isn’t about grand self-improvement, but incrementally shifting perspectives on love, letting go, and recognizing genuine connection amidst the whimsical chaos of the holidays and the persistent, hopeful presence of a charmingly persistent dog. The film's charm lies in its exploration of how opportunities for emotional honesty arise within seemingly trivial do-overs, turning a familiar trope into a gently heartwarming examination of imperfect relationships and the festive season’s restorative powers.
Iinkcukacha zefilimu
- Umqondisi
- James Hayman
- Umhla wokukhululwa
- 2011-12-11
- Ubude bexesha
- 89 imiz
- Isikali
- 6.1 / 10 (311)
Abadlali
- Amy Smart
