The Christmas Lodge -- Review

 Faith romance, goodwill to our neighbors, and impossibilities becoming possible, play important roles throughout the year, but seem to be magnified at Christmas time. Who knows if it’s because of the wondrous stories of Jesus coming in humility and weakness to show Himself strong to a people who were losing hope and a world that was falling into difficult days? Perhaps it is the need to hope, see miracles, or find that one “true love” that mankind is drawn with magnetic strength to those things that make the heart sing either in joyful or nostalgic tones. Films and books hit the market as Christmas draws near more than the national lover’s holiday “Valentine’s Day”. This year is no different with the release of books written by friends and films. The Christmas Lodge is one such film.

Laden with romance, nostalgia, the miraculous power of a caring friend, and an old broken cottage, this film draws its audience into a family affair with a message, “Sometimes it’s good to let go, but there are other times we need to cling to matters, especially of the heart, even when it will cost more than we have to give. It’s important to remember those who’ve invested in our lives and find a way to give back, creatively and sometimes practically.”

The story begins with Mary heading to the mountains with her boyfriend for a long weekend. He is a city boy, contrasting her outdoors-y type. When they happen upon a girl in the woods, they decide to take her home, where Mary learns is at the “Christmas Lodge” and her childhood memories come rushing back. The cottage is in serious disrepair and in desperate need of renovation. Mary takes a personal interest in the cottage. In the end, we find her overcoming a broken heart, broken cottage, and experiencing a Christmas much like the ones she remembers. 

This is a sweet story that carries the heart along on an almost fairytale hike through the mountains and into the family of the Christmas Lodge. While there were moments that the dialogue felt forced or overdone, it was apparent the sentiment was genuine. In the end, there was a sense of hope and courage to chase those things others say is a waste of time and effort, not to mention money. I would encourage anyone who enjoys a sentimental, heartwarming, Christmas tale to take home this video and snuggle with the family. A fireplace would be nice.

 You can purchase your copy at Amazon.

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