The Christmas Temp

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  • TV-PG
  • 2019
  • 1 hr 27 min
  • 5.5  (476)

The Christmas Temp is a heartwarming movie about a young woman named Kara Sinclair, played by Sara Canning, who is desperately trying to find a job before Christmas. After being laid off from her previous job, Kara is struggling to make ends meet and is worried about not being able to provide the planned Christmas festivities for her family.

Kara is determined to land a job at a prestigious advertising firm and is over the moon when she lands a temporary position, a Christmas temp as it were. She quickly discovers, however, that the job comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when she is tasked with organizing the firm's annual Christmas party, including finding a Santa Claus.

Despite the overwhelming tasks, she does manage to plan and organize a memorable and joyous event that brings the festive spirit to the firm. She, however, finds herself falling in love with the company’s CEO, Ben Nichols, played by Robin Dunne. They seem to click, and the professional relationship blossoms into something more.

Kara must balance her work responsibilities and budding relationship with Ben as she tries to navigate the intricacies of office politics, particularly when the office mean girl, Olivia (played by Genelle Williams), tries to sabotage her efforts. Kara is determined to succeed and not let Olivia’s antics dampen her holiday spirit.

Adding a bit of shine to the movie is the presence of Julian Richings as Santa Claus. When Kara is tasked with finding a Santa, she searches high and low and finally stumbles upon a former Santa, Joe, who has retired and lives in seclusion. Kara needs all the help she can find, and she persuades Joe to come out of retirement to play Santa.

Throughout the movie, Kara's determination and positive attitude shine through as she tries to fulfill her work responsibilities and preserve the magic of the holiday season. While it's clear that things won't go entirely as planned, Kara's resilience inspires those around her, and the office comes together to make this one of the happiest Christmases yet.

The Christmas Temp is a feel-good Christmas movie that emphasizes the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and positivity. The story is one that many people can relate to, particularly those who have struggled with unemployment or financial difficulties. The film drives home the point that anything is possible if you believe in yourself and surround yourself with the right people.

Throughout the movie, viewers watch as Kara transforms from an unassuming temp worker to the leader of her company's holiday festivities. The character's growth is inspiring, and by the end of the film, it is difficult not to feel moved by her story.

In terms of cinematography, The Christmas Temp features several beautiful shots of snowy landscapes and glittering Christmas lights. The film's score is also suitably festive, contributing to the uplifting and joyous tone of the movie.

Overall, The Christmas Temp is the perfect movie to get audiences in the mood for the holiday season. The story may be predictable, but it packs a punch in terms of heart and spirit. It's the ideal film for those looking for a feel-good story about the power of the Christmas season to bring people together.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2019
  • MPAA Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    1 hr 27 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.5  (476)